Copycat Movie Theater Popcorn

Transform movie night by making this Copycat Movie Theater Popcorn at home. It’s delicious, easy, and so budget-friendly!

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This recipe serves four and costs about $1.22 to make. That’s just 31¢ per serving!

Ingredients AND ESTIMATED COST

– Unsalted butter – $0.80 – Coconut oil – $0.12 – Popcorn kernels – $0.29 – Salt – $0.01 PER SERVING COST: $0.31 PER SERVING COST: $0.31 RECIPE COST: $1.22 RECIPE COST: $1.22 Get Recipe

NOTE: The recipe prices are calculated by using grocery store websites. The actual cost of the recipe will vary depending on what ingredients you already have. Get Recipe

Step-by-step instructions!

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Melt the coconut oil in a pot. Add in the popcorn kernels and swirl to coat all the kernels. Shake often until the popping slows down.

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Slowly stream the clarified butter over the popcorn.

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Finally, stir the popcorn and season with salt.

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Instead of salt, you can use seasoning salt, cajun seasoning, or even your favorite BBQ seasoning.

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You can also add grated Parmesan and chili powder to the popcorn, YUM!

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