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Movie Theater Butter Popcorn Recipe

American · Snack · 15 min total

This recipe recreates the iconic buttery, salty flavor of movie theater popcorn at home using clarified butter and a special technique for even coating.

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup popcorn kernels
• 3 tablespoons coconut oil (or vegetable oil)
• 4 tablespoons clarified butter (ghee) or unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon fine salt (or popcorn salt)
• 1/4 teaspoon butter-flavored salt (optional, for extra flavor)

Instructions

1. Place a large pot (at least 6 quarts) with a tight-fitting lid over medium-high heat. Add the coconut oil and 3 popcorn kernels. Cover and wait until the kernels pop.
2. Once the test kernels pop, remove the pot from heat, add the remaining popcorn kernels, and cover. Let sit for 30 seconds, then return to medium-high heat.
3. Shake the pot gently as the kernels begin to pop. Once the popping slows to about 2 seconds between pops, remove from heat and let sit for 1 minute until popping stops.
4. Transfer the popcorn to a large bowl. Drizzle half of the melted clarified butter over the popcorn and toss gently with a spatula.
5. In a small bowl, mix the salt and butter-flavored salt (if using). Sprinkle half of the salt mixture over the popcorn and toss again.
6. Repeat with remaining butter and salt, tossing until evenly coated. Serve immediately.

Tips

• For extra buttery flavor, use clarified butter (ghee) which has a higher smoke point and won't make the popcorn soggy.
• If using regular butter, melt it slowly and skim off the milk solids to prevent burning.
• Store leftover popcorn in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes to restore crispness.

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