Movie theaters use butter-flavored oil, which has a lower water content than butter so it makes popcorn less soggy. Real clarified butter has the same effect. To make it, melt 2 sticks butter in a glass measuring cup in the microwave. Let sit for a few minutes; the butter will separate into 3 layers.
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To make movie butter for your popcorn, first clarify some butter by melting it over low heat for 30-40 minutes and then straining it through a cheesecloth. Then, set the clarified butter aside and heat up some canola or coconut oil in a pan. Next, make your popcorn in the oil and then add some salt right after its finished popping. Finally, toss the popcorn in the clarified butter before serving. To learn how to make movie butter using artificial butter flavors, scroll down!
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- Large pot
- Large bowl
- Some movie theater employees report that the coconut oil they used was red or orange.[14] Its possible this was actually red palm oil, or a low-grade coconut oil not typically available to consumers. Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0
- You can add all sorts of ingredients to change the flavor of your popcorn. Try these:
- Hickory smoke flavored salt (instead of regular salt)
- Dried herbs or paprika powder
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Sugar and cinnamon
- Chocolate popcorn
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FAQ
What is in movie theater butter topping?
What is the secret to movie theater butter?
Where do movie Theatres get their butter?
Is movie theater butter clarified butter?
Can movie theater butter be used as a popcorn topping?
Using movie theater butter as a popcorn topping at home adds an indulgent and flavorful twist to your movie night. Additionally, you can get creative by incorporating movie theater butter into various recipes for a truly unique and delicious experience.
What are the best substitutes for butter?
The substitute that you might want to use depends on what you are using butter for. In baking you can use any fat such as olive oil, nut butters, or even avocados. In baking you can also substitute non-fats for butter such as Greek yogurt, mashed bananas, pumpkin puree, or even applesauce. For replacing butter as a spread, you can use any fat, hummus, avocado, nut butter, or cheese. For cooking, canola oil can be a great sub, or avocado oil is also good because it has a high smoke point.
What are theater butter alternatives?
Theater butter alternatives can contain high levels of saturated and trans fats, which can be harmful to health. Butter flavoring alternatives, such as margarine or oil-based sprays, can be used as substitutes. Homemade theater-style butter adds a rich and indulgent flavor to popcorn.
Can you make homemade movie theater butter?
If you want, you can also try making homemade movie theater butter. This will be healthier than the stuff you get at the movies but just as delicious. It’s best on top of freshly popped stovetop popcorn. You can use microwave popcorn when you’re in a pinch, but stovetop popcorn tends to have the best crunch.