Description
Popcorn is the quintessential snack that brings joy to any occasion, from movie nights to casual gatherings. This easy-to-make recipe delivers a fluffy and flavorful treat that can be personalized with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons coconut or canola oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Fine sea salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the popcorn kernels and gently shake to coat them in oil.
- Cover the pot with the lid slightly ajar for steam to escape, and listen as the kernels pop. Shake occasionally.
- When popping slows (about 2 seconds between pops), remove from heat and carefully lift the lid.
- Pour into a large bowl and drizzle melted butter over the popcorn while tossing gently.
- Sprinkle salt and any optional toppings like cheese powder or cinnamon sugar.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 cups (approximately 24g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg