Ninja Foodi Popcorn

Ninja Foodi Popcorn - Buttery, movie theatre-style popcorn made quick and easy right at home in the Ninja Foodi.

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This Ninja Foodi Popcorn brings the movie theater into your own home with an authentic theatre popcorn taste that’s perfectly salty and buttery!

It’s made simple in the Ninja Foodi with just a few easy steps and only four ingredients.

The Ninja Foodi guarantees a super quick and delicious snack for the whole family that is less likely to burn and even crispier than air-popped popcorn.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Home movie nights just leveled up with this super simple popcorn in the Ninja Foodi.

You can add a variety of toppings and different flavorings to spice up your popcorn without having to spend money on a bunch of pre-flavored, pre-popped store-bought popcorn.

And, even if you just follow the popcorn recipe I'm sharing today with no extra flavorings, it will be delicious.

This popcorn has a level of butteriness that surpasses the ordinary drizzle of melted butter. The cherry on top? It retains its perfect crispiness for days, ensuring every bite is as delightful as the first.

This Ninja Foodi popcorn recipe will make it feel like you have access to movie theater popcorn right in your own home!

Ingredients

Before you get started, make sure you have the following ingredients:

• Coconut Oil creates a flavorful and aromatic base for popping the popcorn.
• Popcorn Kernels are the main star of the show, transforming into delicious, fluffy popcorn.
• Ghee Butter adds a rich and nutty flavor to the popcorn, enhancing its taste and texture.
• Salt is the essential seasoning that brings out the savory notes, ensuring a perfectly seasoned snack.

Substitutions & Variations

There are so many great toppings and seasonings that you can add to your popcorn after it’s done popping to elevate the taste even more!

Some great options include:

Dry Ranch Seasoning Mix: A flavorful option for seasoning your popcorn with a savory twist.
Seasoned Salt: Enhances the taste with a well-balanced blend of spices.
Cinnamon Sugar: Adds a sweet and aromatic touch, perfect for those with a sweet tooth.
Chili Powder: Offers a hint of heat and a unique flavor profile for a spicy popcorn experience.
Powdered Cheese with Salt and Butter: Create a cheesy delight by combining powdered cheese, salt, and butter.
Salt and Sugar Mix (Kettle Corn): Achieve a delightful kettle corn taste by using a combination of salt and sugar on your popcorn.

This recipe has not been tested with other substitutions or variations. If you replace or add any ingredients, please let us know how it turned out in the comments below!

How to Make Popcorn in the Ninja Foodi

Once you’ve gathered all your ingredients, place some coconut oil in your Ninja Foodi and turn the Foodi on Sear/Saute and turn heat to high.

Allow the coconut oil to melt, then follow the steps below for delicious homemade popcorn!

1. Add popcorn kernels, stirring and shaking to avoid burning. 
2. Once the kernels begin to pop, immediately cover your Ninja Foodi but leave the cover a little ajar. Continue shaking until the popping slows down. Remove the pot from the heat and allow it to sit for a few minutes until kernels are completely popped. 
3. Slowly pour butter over the popped popcorn. 
4. Add salt to taste and enjoy!

Tips for Making Popcorn in the Ninja Foodi

• Use wooden utensils to avoid scratching your pot.
• Use a glass lid to ensure the popcorn doesn’t pop out of the cooking pot.
• Keep a close eye on the popcorn and do not leave it unattended for long. Watching it ensures that the popcorn won't burn.
• When popping slows, you can remove popped kernels and return the unpopped kernels to continue popping. 
• Try not to crowd the kernels by putting in too many at once. 
• Use a pair of oven mitts to shake the pot occasionally until the popping begins to slow down.

Why Use Ghee When Making Popcorn?

The key to achieving consistently crispy, buttery popcorn is clarified butter, also known as ghee.

Ghee not only has a higher smoke point, ideal for popping popcorn, but also prevents the popcorn from becoming soggy when butter is poured over it, ensuring it stays crispy for an extended period of time.

How Do I Prevent the Popcorn Kernels From Burning Before Popping?

If your popcorn is burning before popping, it can be caused by a few reasons. There may not be enough oil in your air fryer, the kernels could be old, or you might not have removed the pot from the heat soon enough.

Popping corn kernels can include trial and error, so consider looking into these reasons to prevent your popcorn from burning in the future!

Storage Instructions

Store any leftover popped popcorn in an airtight container once it has cooled completely to maintain its crispness.

Keep the container in a cool, dry place and eat within a week for the best freshness.

More Recipes to Make in the Ninja Foodi

• Corn on the Cob
• French Toast Bites
• Homemade Meatballs
• Applesauce
• Mac and Cheese