Popcorn Stove Top Recipe

Name: Popcorn Stove Top
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 17 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or other high-heat oil); Popcorn; 2 tablespoons melted butter (optional); Salt to taste

Relive childhood memories with this classic stovetop popcorn recipe! Before microwaves, families gathered around the stove for this simple, satisfying treat. This method, adapted from the legendary Fannie Farmer cookbook, delivers perfectly popped kernels every time. Experience the authentic taste and aroma of freshly popped corn—a delightful snack for movie nights, game days, or any occasion!

Prep Time 2 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 90.2 kcal

Protein 0g

Rating 4.7 (37 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Popcorn Stove Top

2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or other high-heat oil)
Popcorn
2 tablespoons melted butter (optional)
Salt to taste

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How to Make Popcorn Stove Top

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a 4-quart heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat for 30 seconds.
Add 1/2 cup popcorn kernels to the pot. Gently stir with a spoon to coat the kernels evenly with oil. Spread them in a single layer across the bottom of the pot.
Cover the pot, leaving a small gap (about 1/2 inch) for steam to escape.
Once the first kernel pops, immediately reduce heat to medium-high and gently shake the pot continuously back and forth until popping slows to 2-3 seconds between pops. Remove from heat immediately when the popping significantly slows down to prevent burning.
Carefully pour the popcorn into a large, warm bowl.
Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of melted butter (or to taste) and season generously with salt. For extra flavor, consider adding other seasonings like parmesan cheese, garlic powder, or nutritional yeast.