Popcorn is a timeless snack enjoyed by people of all ages. Its unmistakable aroma, satisfying crunch, and versatility make it a staple at movie nights, carnivals, and cozy evenings at home.
I'm reviewing my new glass microwave popcorn popper in my post today. For many years we have had a hot-air popcorn popper, until one day, it finally quit working.
I couldn't find the same one we had, so I opted for a different model. Needless to say, we were not happy with the performance. It just wasn't the same as our old one.
We quit buying microwave popcorn in premade bags years ago because of the chemicals used in the process. So, in my search for yet another hot-air popper, I came across this Ecolutions Microwave Popcorn Popper, after reading many of the reviews, I decided to give it a try.
Well, I couldn't be happier, as with the hot-air popper this microwave popper needs no oil to make fresh hot popcorn.
Features of the Microwave Popper:
- Temperature safe glass
- The lid measures the kernels and melts the butter
- Dishwasher safe
- Makes 3 quarts of popcorn
- You can buy a snack size that makes 1.5 quarts
I tried using the lid to melt the butter while popping but I didn't care for that. So, I melt my butter separately and mix it after.
We have a 1000-watt microwave, I set my time to 3 minutes and 30 seconds and get perfect popcorn every time. You will have to experiment with times, for different microwaves.
The Science Behind the Pop:
Delicious hot popcorn every time. Have you ever wondered what makes popcorn pop? Every kernel contains a small amount of moisture in the starchy center. When the kernel is heated the water turns into steam, creating pressure. The pressure causes the kernel to explode, turning it inside out and forming the fluffy, edible snack we all love.
