Let's Pop

A woman adding popcorn kernels to a Popsmith popper on a stovetop.

How to Make Perfect Buttery Popcorn

  1. Heat

    Set your Popsmith Popper over medium-high heat and let it preheat for 1-2 minutes.

  2. Add Ingredients

    Add your preferred amount of corn, salt, and oil (or simply use a Popsmith Pre-Measured Pack!)

  3. Turn

    Close the lid and turn the handle CLOCKWISE to keep your popcorn moving!

  4. Pop

    When popping slows down, remove the popper from the burner.

  5. Mix

    Remove the lid. This is your chance to add some mix-ins and give it a few extra turns to mix.

  6. Eat

    Pour your masterpiece into a bowl. Give it a minute to release steam and get crispy. Enjoy!

A woman pours fresh Kettle Corn Popcorn into a white bowl from a mint stovetop popcorn maker. [42751631360193]

How to Make Perfectly Caramelized Kettle Corn

  1. Heat

    Set your Popsmith Popper over medium heat and let it preheat for 1-2 minutes.

  2. Melt

    Start by adding the coconut oil and popping corn from your pre-measured popcorn kit — not the sugar just yet! 

  3. Turn

    Close the lid and turn the handle CLOCKWISE to coat your kernels in coconut oil. 

  4. Sweeten

    When the oil has fully melted and you start to hear (and smell) that sizzle, go ahead and add Sugar’n Salt mix. 

  5. Mix

    Close the lid and give your Popsmith a few more turns to mix the ingredients together. (Or give your Popper a little shake to ensure the bottom kernels don't over-caramelize or burn!)

  6. Pop

    When popping slows down, remove the popper from the burner.

  7. Enjoy

    Pour your masterpiece into a bowl. Give it a minute to release steam and get crispy. Enjoy!

How To Clean Your Popper

Butter popper sits on a white marble countertop.

Between Pops?

Simply wipe out the inside of your popper with a clean towel (be careful, the popper will still be hot).

After Popping:

All parts of the Popsmith Popper are completely dishwasher safe. To hand wash, be sure to let your pan cool then rinse and wash with soapy water.

Tough to clean spots? Clean with a nonabrasive, non-chlorine cleanser like Bar Keepers Friend® or Bon Ami®.

Why Is Kettle Corn Unique?

Closeup of popped popcorn.

Sweet n' Salty

Kettle corn popcorn is a sweet type of popcorn that’s made by mixing kernels with sugar, salt, and oil. It’s a familiar favorite at festivals and county fairs.

The Popsmith Method

Tip #1: Kettle corn is distinctly sweet with a dash of salt. The exterior is crispy and slightly sticky, thanks to its layer of caramelized sugar. Starting with hot oil means your sugar will spend less time in the pan.

Tip #2: The bottom layer of kettle corn will burn in a hot pan quite quickly, even off the heat. Be sure to remove it promptly from your Popper!

Members of the Popsmith team making popcorn in a butter and a cobalt Popsmith popper.

Founders' Note:

There’s a lot to love about popcorn—especially when you make it fresh on the stove. The smells, the sizzle, the flavor, and the crunch that you crave…it’s enough to make you plan your next movie night. But our favorite thing is watching Popsmith users like you discover the possibilities of this classic snack.

Popsmith makes it seriously simple and fun to experiment with popcorn. So go ahead and pop up a sweet & salty bowl for a cozy night in or serve something savory & sophisticated at champagne brunch. We're thrilled to have you as part of the Popsmith movement to enjoy the best homemade snacking experience and we can't wait to see what you pop up!

- Dave & Tal, Founders of Popsmith