A familiar sweet-and-salty favorite took the spotlight when Ryan Clark joined Daytime to introduce The Original Kettle Corn Maker and a selection of its flavors.
A taste of The Original Kettle Corn Maker
Daytime's feature, published March 5, 2025, introduced Ryan as the owner and noted that he brought 13 flavors to the show. The appearance gave viewers a chance to meet the person behind the jars and explore the range beyond the original sweet-and-salty recipe.
How Ryan makes Original Sweet & Salty kettle corn
The interview takes viewers beyond the finished jar and into the kettle. Ryan demonstrates stirring kernels in oil, then adding sugar after popping begins. The cooking demonstration gives the familiar sweet-and-salty snack a more personal connection: viewers can see the work behind the flavor.
After popping, Ryan explains sifting, salting and mixing the kettle corn, followed by cooling it for crunch. These steps are part of the Original Sweet & Salty demonstration shown in this appearance. Later, the host samples the original flavor, bringing the process and the finished snack together.
A family recipe becomes a business
Ryan also shares the family connection behind The Original Kettle Corn Maker. In the interview, he describes a recipe developed in his family and inspired by his grandmother's love of kettle corn. He talks about buying equipment after a COVID-era layoff and eventually making the business his full-time work.
That story is an invitation to meet the maker as well as the product. The segment connects a family favorite with the hands-on cooking Ryan demonstrates on screen, showing how a familiar snack became something he could share with a wider community.
Sweet, savory and spicy flavors on screen
Although Original Sweet & Salty is the flavor cooked and tasted during the demonstration, the conversation also covers a broader selection. Cajun, Bacon Cheddar, White Cheddar and caramel are among the flavors discussed, alongside cereal-inspired options. Ryan brings 13 flavors to this appearance, giving viewers a look at the variety available at the time.
For a starting point, think about the kind of snack you enjoy: a sweet-and-salty classic, a dessert-inspired treat, a savory cheese flavor or a little heat. The current collection is the place to check today's options.
The #1 in Texas mention
In its introduction, Daytime described the business as having been voted the “#1 kettle corn in Texas.” This recognition is reported here as Daytime presented it; the feature does not identify the voting organizer or year.
Start with a classic
Try Original Sweet & Salty Kettle Corn, or explore Caramel Corn and the current flavor collection.
Watch the original Daytime feature for the full appearance.
Meet Ryan and read our story or visit Press & Stories for more coverage.
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