Ed's Homemade Microwave Buttery Popcorn
Get ready to elevate your snack game with *Ed's Homemade Microwave Buttery Popcorn*, the ultimate quick and easy recipe for perfectly fluffy, buttery popcorn made right in your microwave! Using just four simple ingredients—popcorn kernels, unsalted butter, a touch of vegetable oil, and a pinch of salt—this recipe delivers a fresh, movie-theater-worthy popcorn experience in under 10 minutes. Unlike store-bought microwave popcorn, this recipe lets you control the ingredients for a healthier, customizable treat. The key is coating the kernels with a bit of oil for even popping and finishing with golden, melted butter for rich flavor. Perfect for movie nights, family game nights, or satisfying snack cravings, this buttery popcorn is best enjoyed warm and freshly made. Skip the pre-packaged stuff and try this homemade popcorn recipe for a simple yet indulgent treat!
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Ingredients
- 0.25 cup Popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
In a microwave-safe glass bowl with a lid (or a microwave popcorn popper if you have one), add 1/4 cup of popcorn kernels and drizzle 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil over them.
Step 2
Stir the kernels with a spoon or shake the bowl gently to evenly coat them with oil.
Step 3
Partially cover the bowl with a microwave-safe lid (leave a small opening to let steam escape) or use a microwave-safe plate.
Step 4
Microwave the popcorn on high for 2-4 minutes or until there are 1-2 seconds between pops. Be careful not to overcook as it may burn.
Step 5
Meanwhile, in a small microwave-safe dish, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in 15-20 second increments, watching carefully so it doesn’t boil over.
Step 6
Once the popcorn is ready, carefully remove the bowl from the microwave as it will be hot. Transfer the popcorn into a large mixing bowl.
Step 7
Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the popcorn while gently tossing to distribute it.
Step 8
Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon of salt (or to taste) over the popcorn and continue to toss until it is well coated.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, homemade buttery popcorn!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (59.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 335.1 |
| Total Fat 29.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g | |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 0% |
| Sodium 595.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 18.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.2g | |
| Protein 3.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 8.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 88.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories