How to Make Movie-Style Buttered Popcorn

Popcorn is a staple of the movie-going experience. One thing that makes popcorn from the movie theater so special is that it is difficult to make at home, so you feel like you are getting a treat at the theater. There are ways to replicate movie theater popcorn without buying a ticket to the latest summer blockbuster. With a few simple ingredients, you can enjoy this flavorful treat at home. Does this Spark an idea?

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Pot with a lid
3 tbsp. coconut oil
1/2 cup popcorn
3 tbsp. clarified butter
1 tsp. salt
Serving bowl

Instructions

- 1
  
  Melt the coconut oil in the pot over a low flame and add the popcorn to the pot. Place the lid on, leaving it slightly ajar. Be careful not to leave it too open, or hot popcorn and oil will fly out of the pot and cause injury, as well as a mess.
- 2
  
  Turn the heat to medium and cook for about three minutes, or until the kernels stop popping. Gently shake the pot while it cooks.
- 3
  
  Take the pot off the heat and uncover the pot. Let the popcorn sit for one minute. During this time, melt the butter in the microwave.
- 4
  
  Place in a bowl and pour the butter on top. Mix the popcorn while shaking salt over it. This will mix the salt and butter evenly throughout the popcorn. You can add other ingredients to taste, such as melted cheese or caramel.