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With the Electric Pop & Stir, you can make movie theater-style popcorn at home—but it doesn’t stop there. You can let your imagination run wild with different flavors and combinations. Try a few of our favorites, then get creative with your own!
Tips for Using the Electric Pop & Stir
- It’s best to use oils with a high smoke point for popcorn. We recommend:
- Refined (not raw) coconut oil
- Grapeseed oil
- Vegetable oil
- Olive oil (not extra virgin)
- Canola oil
- Peanut oil
- Refined (not raw) avocado oil
- If you’re using butter on the top and it doesn’t completely melt, use a silicone basting brush or spatula to push around the butter until it melts. You can also start with room-temperature butter.
- Add salt or your favorite seasoning while the popcorn is still warm, so it sticks!
- Sift out any un-popped kernels!
- Popcorn makes a great gift all year. Pop it into a gift bag or box and share it with your friends and family!
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Movie night is never going to be the same—because you can make buttery, delicious popcorn at home! Grab the remote and get ready for an epic night in.
Cook’s Tip
- This popcorn is best eaten fresh.
Variations
- Popcorn Beer Bread: Give Pampered Chef’s Beer Bread Mix a fun twist with popcorn! The crushed popcorn gives the bread a unique texture that will be the talk of any party. Add 1½ cups (375 mL) of finely ground popcorn to the Beer Bread Mix. Add 3 tbsp (45 mL) of melted butter to the mixture, along with 12 oz. (350 g) of beer. Mix it up and pour into a prepared loaf pan. Add another 1 tbsp (15 mL) of melted butter to the top and bake according to the package directions for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Hot Cocoa: Add 1–2 packets of hot chocolate mix and ¼ tsp (1 mL) of salt while the popped popcorn is still warm. Toss in 1 cup (250 mL) of mini marshmallows after it’s cooled. You can use different flavors of hot cocoa like white chocolate, caramel, or mocha.
- Peppermint: Drizzle popped popcorn with melted white chocolate and toss to coat. Sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies or candy canes and red sprinkles; toss to coat. Let the chocolate harden before enjoying.
- Birthday: Drizzle popped popcorn with melted white chocolate or colored chocolate candy melts then add rainbow sprinkles or candies.
- Seasonings: Sprinkle seasonings onto popcorn while it’s still warm. You can add as much seasoning as you like, but start with 2 tsp (5 mL) to 1 tbsp (15 mL). You can always add more! Try out these flavors:
- Popcorn Seasoning Set (Ranch Popcorn Seasoning, French Toast Popcorn Seasoning, Smoked Gouda Mix)
- Savory Maple Spice Blend
- Salt & Vinegar Seasoning
- Chili Lime Rub
- Black Truffle & Herb Seasoning Mix
- Honey Sriracha Seasoning
- Seasoning Salt
![Kettle Corn](https://blog.pamperedchef.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Kettle-Corn.jpg)
This family favorite only has four ingredients and it’s done fast—perfect for after-school snacks, a movie night treat, or any time.
Cook’s Tip
- Refined (not raw) coconut oil is great for popping popcorn because it can take high heat. It adds a slight coconut flavor to the popcorn, but it isn’t overwhelming. You can use canola oil if you don’t have coconut oil.
![Caramel Chocolate Popcorn](https://blog.pamperedchef.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Caramel-Chocolate-Popcorn.jpg)
Cook’s Tip
- Make personalized gifts! Wrap the pieces up in clear plastic bags or containers with a ribbon and tag. They make great holiday, host, or anytime gifts! Switch it up with fun and festive ribbon colors and tags for each season.
![Caramel Corn](https://blog.pamperedchef.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Caramel-Corn.jpg)
Caramel corn is a classic treat for a reason—it’s deliciously buttery and crunchy. You just might want to make a double batch!
Cook’s Tip
- Don’t stir the sugar as it cooks, or it may crystallize.
![Chicago-Style Popcorn](https://blog.pamperedchef.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Chicago-Style-Popcorn.jpg)
Crunchy caramel popcorn and savory cheese popcorn combine to create an unexpectedly tasty treat in this Chicago-favorite snack.
Cook’s Tips
- Don’t stir the sugar as it cooks, or it may crystallize.
- If you want cheesier popcorn, add more mac & cheese powder! Not feeling cheesy? Add a little less.
- Use the leftover pasta from the mac & cheese box to make a quick pasta salad, or add it to soup or salad.
![Jell-O Popcorn](https://blog.pamperedchef.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Jello-Popcorn.jpg)
This tangy, sweet, crunchy, and colorful popcorn is perfect for birthday parties, gender reveal parties, or any fun occasion!
Cook’s Tips
- You can store this popcorn in an airtight container or in the refrigerator to keep it fresh longer.
- Don’t stir the sugar as it cooks, or it may crystallize.
- Get creative with flavors and colors! You can create a custom blend of candy-coated popcorn to match school or sports teams’ colors or themed holiday parties. Make it a tropical popcorn with pineapple, mango, and lime popcorn flavors. Or keep it classic with cherry or grape!
- Try green apple Jell-O in this recipe then combine it with caramel popcorn for a caramel apple blend!
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Cook’s Tips
- Lightly oil your hands before forming the popcorn balls to keep it from sticking.
- Try adding some cereal, sprinkles, or a drop of food coloring to the marshmallow mixture to match a special holiday or event! You can even form the balls into fun shapes like snowmen, hearts, pumpkins, or trees using a cookie cutter or your hands.
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