Make Gourmet Popcorn from Your Home

Tired of making another boring bag of microwave popcorn to eat while watching a movie at home? Read on and learn how to make gourmet popcorn from your home for parties, sporting events or even just watching movies.

What kind of popcorn should you use?

The first step is determining whether you are going to pop your own corn or dress up a store-bought bag of plain microwavable popcorn. You can pop your own by buying unpopped kernels and popcorn oil and making it in an electric popper or in a large pot with oil. Follow the directions on the bag.  Once you have a sufficient amount of freshly popped corn, put it in a bowl large enough to fully mix the toppings and popcorn.

Topping the popcorn

Once your popcorn is in the bowl, use melted butter, spray butter, homemade (or store-bought) caramel sauce, melted chocolate or whatever you decide on to provide a base for the toppings. Pick your toppings and toss the mixture thoroughly before enjoying.

Salty topping ideas

Inspiration for your own at-home gourmet popcorn can come from anywhere, and experimenting with different flavors can lead you to find your favorite. Some seasoning ideas are: barbecue sauce, pepper flakes, shredded cheddar cheese, bacon, chives, garlic, Parmesan cheese, ramen soup seasoning packets, powdered ranch dressing packets, macaroni and cheese powder packets, Old Bay seasoning, taco seasoning, pizza flavors and Italian seasonings.

Sweet topping ideas

Have a sweet tooth? For gourmet candy popcorn, try any combination of: melted chocolate (white, dark or milk, depending on preference), pecans, cinnamon, butterscotch sauce, almonds, vanilla, marshmallows, cocoa powder, coconut flakes and sugar (granulated or powdered).