Homemade buttered popcorn offers a delightful combination of warm, buttery goodness and crispy texture, making it a great savory snack for movie nights, gatherings, or cozy evenings at home.
What is Homemade Buttered popcorn?
Homemade buttered popcorn is a delicious snack created by popping popcorn kernels in a mixture of butter and oil. This classic combination imparts a rich and buttery flavor to the popcorn while ensuring even popping. As the heat transforms the kernels into fluffy, white morsels, they absorb the salty taste of the butter, resulting in a mouthwatering treat that is both savory and indulgent. The popcorn can either be enjoyed as is or with other combinations, such as hot sauce, cheese, or garlic salt. Whether enjoyed during movie nights, parties, or casual snacking, homemade buttered popcorn is a comforting and satisfying option that brings a delightful burst of flavor and a satisfying crunch to any occasion.
Serving Suggestions
Buttered popcorn is best served fresh and warm, right after it has been prepared. It can be topped with toppings such as cheese, herbs, flavored salts, or hot sauce.
Homemade Buttered Popcorn
Serves: 4 people
Ready in: 10 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Equipment
A large pot with a lid – we recommend using a 6 quart pot (5.7 liters)
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup of popping corn
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons of salted butter
- 1 teaspoon of salt
method
Step 1
In a large pot, pour in the oil and drop in 3 kernels of popping corn. Cover and place over medium-low. Wait until the 3 kernels pop and carefully remove them from the pot with a spoon.
step 2
Add the rest of the popping corn. Pour the salt into the pot and add the butter. Hold down the lid and shake for a few seconds and rest for a few seconds, repeating until the popping corn begins popping.
step 3
When the popping corn begins popping, continuously shake the pot with the lid held firmly on.
step 4
Once the popping slows and there is about a 3-second break between pops, remove the pot from the heat. Allow the popcorn to cool before digging in.
Notes
- When shaking the pot, take care not to burn yourself.
- It is important to continuously shake the pot to prevent the popcorn from burning.
storage
This buttered popcorn can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Fun fact
When a popcorn pops, it can jump as high as 3 feet into the air.
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