Description
This white cheddar popcorn is light, crispy, and packed with real cheesy goodness! Made with freshly popped kernels, real white cheddar powder, and just the right amount of butter, this homemade version beats store-bought every time. Perfect for movie nights, snack time, or party treats! Ready in just 10 minutes with simple ingredients and no artificial flavors. Try it today and enjoy the ultimate cheesy popcorn!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Popcorn:
- ½ cup popcorn kernels (makes about 12 cups of popcorn)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (or coconut oil, for stovetop method)
For the White Cheddar Coating:
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup white cheddar cheese powder (see notes for best brands)
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ¼ tsp garlic powder (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions
1. Pop the Popcorn
✔ Stovetop Method:
- Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add 3-4 kernels as testers. When they pop, add the remaining kernels, cover, and shake occasionally.
- Once popping slows to 2-3 seconds between pops, remove from heat.
✔ Air-Popped Method:
- Use an air popper to pop the kernels into a large bowl (no oil needed).
✔ Microwave Method:
- Use plain microwave popcorn (avoid buttered varieties for the best cheese coating).
2. Melt the Butter
- In a small bowl, melt ¼ cup unsalted butter. This helps the cheese powder stick evenly to the popcorn.
3. Coat the Popcorn
- Place the popped popcorn in a large mixing bowl.
- Drizzle the melted butter over the popcorn while tossing to coat evenly.
- Sift the white cheddar powder, salt, and garlic powder over the popcorn while stirring continuously.
4. Toss & Serve
- Shake or toss until every kernel is coated in cheesy goodness.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Best White Cheddar Powder Brands: Try Hoosier Hill Farm, King Arthur, or Anthony’s Cheese Powder for real, high-quality cheddar flavor.
- No Cheese Powder? Substitute with grated Parmesan for a different cheesy twist.
- For Extra Crunch: Bake the coated popcorn at 250°F (120°C) for 10 minutes to make it even crispier.
- Storage Tip: Keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. If it softens, refresh in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Stovetop / Air-Popped / Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 cups
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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