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Popcorn Butter

Elevate your popcorn experience with this rich, creamy popcorn butter that adds a delicious buttery flavor to your favorite snack.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutritional yeast optional for a cheesy flavor

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Measuring spoons
  • Whisk or spoon
  • Popcorn maker or microwave
  • Serving bowl

Method
 

  1. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
  2. Once melted, remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the salt.
  3. If using, add the garlic powder and nutritional yeast.
  4. Whisk the mixture until everything is well combined.
  5. Pop your popcorn using your preferred method.
  6. In a large serving bowl, pour the warm butter over the popcorn.
  7. Gently toss the popcorn to coat it evenly with the butter.
  8. Enjoy your popcorn while it's warm.

Notes

This butter can also be used on other snacks, vegetables, or pasta.