Does this popper require oil, and if so, how much? (I really prefer our-popped popcorn, but they don'pop well.)
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I was so surprised that for a full batch (16 cups of popped corn) you use only 1 tablespoon of oil...and you use any kind of oil you like. It pops perfect corn each and every time.
2030654
It does use oil and makes delicious popcorn, but please don't buy this product. It is made of cheap plastic and won't last more than a few times. I had it replaced twice in four months and finally just sent it back for my mone back. My last Cuisinart Popcorn Maker lasted me four years, with almost daily use. They now use plastic clips for the heating plate, instead of the metal ones they used before, and they are absolute JUNK.
2030655
You have to cover the kernels with oil. You may want to read the ratings on this before buying.
2030656
Yes,one tbsp.,plz. Do noy buy this, 2 in4 monthsBroke. Cuisinart refuse to honor waranty,be ware!
1294643
I use 1 to 3 table spoons of oil per 1/2 cup of popcorn. I use a Whirley Pop stovetop popper and that was their recommendation. I also use 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon Flavocal salt.
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This is normal. When I went to use the popcorn the oil simply slide out and melted fine. No problems. I had the same question when I first received it during the winter time!
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No it is not recommended that you use regular cooking oil. Oils heat up and cook differently so it's important to use popcorn oil. I've found it at my food store near all the other popcorn selections...
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I do not care for this popper the pop corn is tough and will burn. I have quit using it and instead use the microwave -- use a pyrex bowl with a microwave proof plate on top and cook for 2.5 minutes popcorn much better and no oil.
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Yes, you can use oil. I use extra virgin olive oil because it's better for you and only very little. I put the popcorn in then drizzle a little oil, move the kernels around with a spoon or whatever to get the kernels a little coated, then microwave. I used to use the microwave bags, no more, I love this popcorn popper!!
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The instructions that come with the popper say you can reduce the oil to one teaspoon per batch (per 1/2 cup of unpopped corn). I have never done it without oil so I can't attest to this. I use organic coconut oil which has a very high smoke point, adds wonderful flavor to the popcorn and is a healthy fat. It is used by the body for energy very much like a carbohydrate is without raising blood sugar like carbs do. You may want to consider that option.
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Sorry but I don't use an air-popper I love it cooked on the stove in oil. Of course I would imagine this would be a very good popcorn for an air popper and of course healthier.
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It can use any type of popping oil you can buy at a grocery store. Its usually in the same aisle as the popcorn seed. These oils are typically butter flavored in some way. You can also use vegetable oil, but you will get no butter flavor from that. If you arent happy with the color/flavor of your popcorn, use more oil. I have used as much as 6 spoonfulls of oil for one batch. If you use extra oil it will take longer to pop and need more time to dry once popped. If you eat it right after popping it will seem stale or slighly soggy. Let it sit under the heat lamp for a couple minutes before eating. It can use any type of popping oil you can buy at a grocery store. Its usually in the same aisle as the popcorn seed. These oils are typically butter flavored in some way. You can also use vegetable oil, but you will get no butter flavor from that. If you arent happy with the color/flavor of your popcorn, use more oil. I have used as much as 6 spoonfulls of oil for one batch. If you use extra oil it will take longer to pop and need more time to dry once popped. If you eat it right after popping it will seem stale or slighly soggy. Let it sit under the heat lamp for a couple minutes before... » Read More It can use any type of popping oil you can buy at a grocery store. Its usually in the same aisle as the popcorn seed. These oils are typically butter flavored in some way. You can also use vegetable oil, but you will get no butter flavor from that. If you arent happy with the color/flavor of your popcorn, use more oil. I have used as much as 6 spoonfulls of oil for one batch. If you use extra oil it will take longer to pop and need more time to dry once popped. If you eat it right after popping it will seem stale or slighly soggy. Let it sit under the heat lamp for a couple minutes before eating. « Show Less
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You can use any corn oil. I always purchase my popper supplies in bulk from Sam's Club.
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You can use any kind that you want but I would suggest you use coconut oil for your popping oil. It gives the corn a better taste remember a little goes a long way also a little bit of popcorn goes a long way. 1 cup will treat 2 people with no problem.
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We have used just the regular popcorn and oil. We just follow the directions on the glass of the maker and it turns out perfect every time.
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I just apply butter to unpopped kernels, and add salt after it's popped to taste. Oil isn't needed.
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I have only used Orville Redenbacher's popping and topping Buttery Flavor Popcorn oil. Mine has never smoked. Makes good Popcorn. Hope this helps.
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You can use any popcorn or popcorn oil. This unit works very well and so far is not showing any signs of trouble. I make 2 batches every workday.Paul rothstein
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Haven't had the popcorn oil go bad. Have left it by our popper for a couple months with no problems.
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Movie theater popcorn is fine if you don't have them add the butter/fake butter. The oil used for popping it isn't too bad. It only takes about 2 tablespoons of oil to pop a huge amount of popcorn, you might easily add 3 or 4 times that much butter adding it afterwards from the dispenser machine.