Presto Poplite Hot Air Popcorn Popper

Ingredients

• ½ cup plain popcorn kernels
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• ¾ tsp fine sea salt
• ¼ tsp popcorn salt, optional
• 1 pinch black pepper, optional
• 1 tsp nutritional yeast, optional

Method

1. 1Set the Presto PopLite on a stable, dry, heat-safe countertop with open space around the chute.
2. 2Place a large heat-safe bowl directly under the chute before adding kernels.
3. 3Add only the plain popcorn kernels to the popping chamber and place the cap on top.
4. 4If using the cap as the butter-melting tray, add the butter to the tray so it can soften while the popcorn pops.
5. 5Plug in the popper and stay nearby while the popcorn pops into the bowl.
6. 6When popping slows and the batch appears complete, unplug the appliance and let the final popcorn clear the chute.
7. 7Pour the melted butter over the popped popcorn in the bowl, then sprinkle with sea salt, popcorn salt, black pepper, and nutritional yeast if using.
8. 8Toss gently until evenly coated, taste, and add another pinch of salt if needed.
9. 9Let the Presto PopLite cool before removing leftover kernels, wiping clean, drying parts, and storing.

Ingredients

• ½ cup plain popcorn kernels
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tsp fine sea salt
• ½ tsp popcorn salt
• ¼ tsp onion powder
• 1 pinch smoked paprika, optional

Method

1. 1Set the Presto PopLite on a stable, dry, heat-safe countertop and aim the chute toward a large bowl.
2. 2Place the large heat-safe bowl directly under the chute before plugging in the appliance.
3. 3Add only the plain popcorn kernels to the popping chamber and place the cap on top.
4. 4Place the butter in the butter-melting tray if using the cap for melted butter finishing.
5. 5Plug in the popper and stay nearby as the popcorn exits quickly into the bowl.
6. 6When popping slows and the batch appears complete, unplug the appliance and let the last popcorn clear the chute.
7. 7Stir together the sea salt, popcorn salt, onion powder, and smoked paprika in a small bowl.
8. 8Pour melted butter over the popped popcorn, sprinkle with the salt mixture, and toss until coated.
9. 9Serve right away, and let the appliance cool before cleaning or storing.

Ingredients

• ½ cup plain popcorn kernels
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• ½ tsp fine sea salt
• ¼ tsp garlic powder, optional
• 1 pinch black pepper
• 1 tsp finely grated Parmesan, optional

Method

1. 1Set the Presto PopLite on a dry, stable, heat-safe counter with the chute facing a large bowl.
2. 2Place the bowl directly under the chute before measuring the kernels.
3. 3Add only the plain popcorn kernels to the popping chamber and secure the cap on top.
4. 4Add the butter to the butter-melting tray only if you want it melted by the appliance heat.
5. 5Plug in the popper and stay nearby while popcorn fills the bowl.
6. 6Unplug the appliance when popping slows and the batch appears complete, then let the final popcorn clear the chute.
7. 7Pour the melted butter over the popped popcorn and sprinkle with sea salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and Parmesan if using.
8. 8Toss lightly, taste, and serve while crisp.
9. 9Cool the Presto PopLite fully before wiping the base and storing it dry.

Ingredients

• ⅔ cup plain popcorn kernels
• 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tsp fine sea salt
• ½ tsp popcorn salt
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp onion powder
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper, optional

Method

1. 1Set the Presto PopLite on a stable, dry, heat-safe countertop and keep the cord away from the chute.
2. 2Place an extra-large heat-safe bowl directly under the chute to catch the full batch.
3. 3Add only the plain popcorn kernels to the popping chamber, making sure not to exceed the appliance capacity guidance.
4. 4Place the cap on top and add butter to the butter-melting tray only for finishing after popping.
5. 5Plug in the popper and stay close while the popcorn pops rapidly into the bowl.
6. 6When popping slows and the batch appears complete, unplug the appliance and let any final popcorn clear the chute.
7. 7Mix the sea salt, popcorn salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne in a small bowl.
8. 8Drizzle the melted butter over the popped popcorn, sprinkle with the seasoning, and toss in a roomy bowl until coated.
9. 9Serve warm and let the appliance cool before removing any hot unpopped kernels.

Ingredients

• ½ cup plain popcorn kernels
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• ¾ tsp fine sea salt
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp dried parsley
• ¼ tsp onion powder
• 1 pinch black pepper

Method

1. 1Place the Presto PopLite on a dry, stable, heat-safe countertop with space around the chute.
2. 2Set a large heat-safe bowl directly under the chute before adding anything to the appliance.
3. 3Add only the plain popcorn kernels to the popping chamber and place the cap on top.
4. 4Use the butter-melting tray for the butter if desired, keeping all garlic and seasonings out of the chamber.
5. 5Plug in the popper and stay nearby while the popcorn pops into the bowl.
6. 6Unplug the appliance when popping slows and the batch appears complete, then let the final pieces clear the chute.
7. 7Combine the salt, garlic powder, dried parsley, onion powder, and black pepper in a small bowl.
8. 8Pour melted butter over the popped popcorn, sprinkle with the garlic mixture, and toss until evenly seasoned.
9. 9Serve right away and cool the appliance before wiping and storing.

Ingredients

• ½ cup plain popcorn kernels
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ tsp fine sea salt
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp dried Italian seasoning
• 1 pinch black pepper

Method

1. 1Set the Presto PopLite on a stable, dry, heat-safe countertop and position a large heat-safe bowl under the chute.
2. 2Measure the plain popcorn kernels and add only the kernels to the popping chamber.
3. 3Place the cap on top and use the butter-melting tray for butter only if desired.
4. 4Plug in the popper and stay nearby while the hot-air cycle sends popcorn into the bowl.
5. 5When popping slows and the batch appears complete, unplug the appliance and let the last popcorn clear the chute.
6. 6Stir together Parmesan, sea salt, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and black pepper in a small bowl.
7. 7Pour melted butter over the popped popcorn, sprinkle with the Parmesan mixture, and toss thoroughly in a large bowl.
8. 8Taste and add another pinch of salt if needed, then serve immediately.
9. 9Let the appliance cool before cleaning, and refrigerate any unused Parmesan separately.

Ingredients

• ½ cup plain popcorn kernels
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1½ tbsp honey
• ½ tsp fine sea salt
• ¼ tsp vanilla extract, optional
• 1 pinch cinnamon
• 1 pinch flaky salt, optional

Method

1. 1Set the Presto PopLite on a stable, dry, heat-safe countertop and place a large heat-safe bowl directly under the chute.
2. 2Add only the plain popcorn kernels to the popping chamber; do not add honey, butter, salt, or cinnamon to the appliance.
3. 3Place the cap on top and plug in only after the bowl is ready.
4. 4Stay nearby while the popcorn pops into the bowl, keeping hands away from the hot chute.
5. 5When popping slows and the batch appears complete, unplug the appliance and let the final popcorn clear the chute.
6. 6Whisk the melted butter, honey, sea salt, vanilla if using, and cinnamon in a small bowl until smooth.
7. 7Drizzle the honey butter over the popped popcorn in a roomy mixing bowl and toss gently until lightly coated.
8. 8Finish with flaky salt if desired and serve right away.
9. 9Cool the appliance before removing leftover kernels and wiping it clean.

Ingredients

• ½ cup plain popcorn kernels
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives
• ½ tsp fine sea salt
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• 1 pinch black pepper
• 1 tsp finely grated Parmesan, optional

Method

1. 1Place the Presto PopLite on a stable, dry, heat-safe countertop and aim the chute into a large heat-safe bowl.
2. 2Add only the plain popcorn kernels to the popping chamber and place the cap securely on top.
3. 3If desired, use the butter-melting tray for butter only; keep chives and seasonings out of the appliance.
4. 4Plug in the popper and stay nearby while the popcorn pops into the bowl.
5. 5Unplug when popping slows and the batch appears complete, then let the final popcorn clear the chute.
6. 6Stir the melted butter with chives, sea salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and Parmesan if using.
7. 7Pour the chive butter over the popped popcorn and toss gently until the bowl smells fragrant and evenly coated.
8. 8Serve shortly after adding the fresh chives.
9. 9Let the appliance cool before cleaning and storing it dry.

Ingredients

• ½ cup plain popcorn kernels
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• ¾ tsp fine sea salt
• ½ tsp coarsely cracked black pepper
• ¼ tsp onion powder
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper, optional

Method

1. 1Set the Presto PopLite on a dry, stable, heat-safe countertop with open space around the chute.
2. 2Place a large heat-safe bowl directly under the chute before adding the kernels.
3. 3Add only the plain popcorn kernels to the popping chamber and place the cap on top.
4. 4Use the cap as a butter-melting tray only for butter that will be poured over the finished popcorn.
5. 5Plug in the popper and stay nearby as the popcorn exits into the bowl.
6. 6When popping slows and the batch appears complete, unplug the appliance and let the last popcorn clear the chute.
7. 7Combine sea salt, cracked pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and cayenne if using.
8. 8Drizzle melted butter over the popped popcorn, sprinkle with the pepper mixture, and toss well.
9. 9Serve warm, then allow the appliance to cool before wiping clean.

Ingredients

• ⅔ cup plain popcorn kernels
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tsp fine sea salt
• ½ tsp popcorn salt, optional
• ¼ tsp garlic powder, optional
• 1 pinch black pepper, optional

Method

1. 1Set the Presto PopLite on a stable, dry, heat-safe countertop and keep the chute clear.
2. 2Place an extra-large heat-safe bowl directly under the chute to catch the sharing batch.
3. 3Add only the plain popcorn kernels to the popping chamber, staying within the appliance capacity guidance.
4. 4Place the cap on top and add butter to the butter-melting tray only if using it for melted butter finishing.
5. 5Plug in the popper and stay nearby while the popcorn pops quickly into the bowl.
6. 6When popping slows and the batch appears complete, unplug the appliance and let the final popcorn clear the chute.
7. 7Pour melted butter over the popped popcorn, then sprinkle with sea salt, popcorn salt, garlic powder, and black pepper if using.
8. 8Toss in the extra-large bowl until evenly coated, taste, and adjust with another pinch of salt if needed.
9. 9Let the Presto PopLite cool completely before cleaning, drying, and wrapping the cord for storage.