Perfect Butter Popcorn Recipe

This delicious popcorn butter is the perfect snack for movie nights, parties, or just a tasty treat. With its rich buttery flavor and satisfying crunch, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to make at home. Follow this recipe for perfectly popped, buttery, and irresistibly tasty popcorn.

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Why You’ll Love This Popcorn Butter

Easy and quick to make
Uses simple, readily available ingredients
The perfect balance of buttery goodness
Ideal for movie nights, parties, or a snack

Ingredients You’ll Need

1/2 cup popcorn kernels
1/4 cup unsalted butter
2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or any neutral oil)
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

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Instructions

Prepare the Pot: In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
Pop the Kernels: Add a few popcorn kernels to the pot and cover. Once they pop, add the rest of the kernels in an even layer. Cover the pot again and remove from heat for 30 seconds.
Pop the Popcorn: Return the pot to the heat and cook, shaking the pot occasionally. Keep the lid slightly ajar to let steam escape. Continue cooking until popping slows to about 2 seconds between pops, then remove from heat.
Melt the Butter: In a separate small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat.
Combine: Pour the melted butter over the popped popcorn. Sprinkle with salt and toss well to coat evenly.
Serve: Transfer the butter popcorn to a large bowl and enjoy immediately.

Serving Suggestions

Sprinkle with nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.
Add a pinch of chili powder or paprika for a spicy kick.
Mix in some grated Parmesan cheese for extra richness.

How to Store Popcorn Butter

Short-Term: Store leftover popcorn in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Long-Term: For the best flavor, popcorn is best eaten fresh. Avoid refrigerating or freezing as it can make the popcorn chewy.

Additional Tips

Substitutions: Use coconut oil or olive oil instead of vegetable oil for different flavor profiles.
Troubleshooting: If popcorn is soggy, ensure your butter is not too hot when pouring over the popcorn. This helps maintain the crunch.