Buttery Cheddar Popcorn
Homemade popcorn coated in melted butter and sharp cheddar cheese — ready in under 10 minutes. Perfectly salty, crispy, and addictive.
- Total time
- 8 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 310
- Protein
- 9g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat oil in a large pot with a lid over medium-high until shimmering, about 1 minute.
Step 2
Add popcorn kernels, cover, and shake the pot every 10 seconds until popping slows to 2-3 seconds between pops, ~3 minutes.
Step 3
Remove from heat and pour into a large bowl, discarding unpopped kernels.
Step 4
Drizzle melted butter over popcorn while tossing until coated.
Step 5
Sprinkle cheddar evenly over the top, tossing constantly until cheese clings to every piece.
Step 6
Taste and add salt and pepper, then serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot with lid
- large bowl
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