Homemade Cheesy Cheddar Popcorn

Cheesy homemade cheddar popcorn in a bowl.

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 5

Total Time: 10

Servings: people

Calories: 387kcal

Author: Aleka Shunk

This Homemade Cheesy Cheddar Popcorn is a fast and easy party snack you need to try! Plus, since we use REAL cheddar as opposed to those cheese powders most other recipes have, it is much healthier and versatile!

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Ingredients

½ cup popcorn kernels
4 tablespoons oil
¾ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
4-5 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Add oil and popcorn kernels to a heavy bottomed pot or dutch oven.
Heat over high heat and cover with aluminum foil or a lid.
When popcorn starts popping turn to medium-high heat and give the pot a few shakes to move the kernels around.
After 1-2 minutes, or when the popcorn starts to slow down, take off heat and immediately pour into a large bowl.
Add melted butter and salt and toss to coat. Transfer to a large baking sheet making sure the popcorn is all touching. (No gaps for the cheese to fall through.)
Sprinkle with shredded cheese (no need to toss) and bake for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese melts.

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Notes

Tips

Only use freshly popped popcorn. Don't buy store-bought.
Use freshly shredded quality cheese. It's more flavorful and melted better than bagged cheese.
Add enough salt to your popcorn. It needs it.
When in doubt, remove your popcorn earlier rather than later to prevent possible burnt corn.
Toss popcornm butter and salt in a large bowl to make seasoning easy and effortless.
Remove excess kernels on baking sheet before adding cheese.

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