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    home » Recipes » Lunchbox Recipes

    2 ingredient homemade popcorn, gluten free, dairy free

    Published: Nov 23, 2020. Modified: Nov 25, 2020By:Kylie·This post may contain affiliate links·

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    2 ingredient homemade popsorn

    We don't buy popcorn, it's so much cheaper and so easy to make at home! You just need two ingredients and you're good to go. This 2 ingredient homemade popcorn is snack time perfection.

    homemade popcorn in a bowl and spilling out of a unicorn popcorn bag

    Made with coconut oil, it's super yummy and perfect for school lunches, movie night or just a snack.

    Your kids will love this popcorn

    Popcorn for kids basically symbolises fun- movies, parties, they all have popcorn! And this one is nasty free and perfect for snacking.

    Making popcorn at home

    Why bother? Because it's cheap, you control what goes on it, and making it yourself it can be a healthy (and quick treat). Doing this 2 ingredient homemade popcorn in a pan on the stove means it tastes better than microwave popcorn and just using coconut oil keeps it dairy free.

    popped corn in a bowl

    You don't need a popcorn maker

    Or a microwave, or anything fancy. The pot that you cook pasta in, so long as it has a lid is perfect for making popcorn! The best pot for this is over 4L- I use a 5.2L pasta pot and it is great. Don't use a stock pot as you need more width than height.

    Popcorn for kids

    It's super important when kids are eating popcorn that they:

    • sit still to eat
    • concentrate on chewing
    • are over 5 years of age

    That might sound silly, but popcorn is a major choking hazard and is not allowed in some preschools because of this. It is also something kids can aspirate, as you can read about in this article from Oh So Busy Mum.

    popped corn in a saucepan

    Coconut oil vs butter

    You could just as easily make this popcorn with butter if you aren't worried about the dairy-free aspect of popcorn. I like it with coconut oil and so do the kids, I think the subtle sweet flavour helps it to be a winner.

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup corn kernels- plus 3 kernels
    • 6 tbsps coconut oil
    coconut oil and popcorn

    Method

    • Add the coconut oil to a large saucepan (I use a pasta pot)
    • Add the three kernels to the oil and put the lid on.
    • Turn the heat up to medium-high. 6-7 on my induction stove.
    • The oil will melt.
    • Wait until the three kernels pop, then remove them.
    • Pour in the cup of kernels and wait 40 seconds.
    • When they start popping keep watch!
    • Shake the pan every 30 seconds for 10 seconds to ensure the popcorn doesn't burn.
    • When the popping subsides, remove from the heat and keep the lid off the pan.
    • The popcorn is now ready to eat!
    steps for making 2 ingredient homemame popcorn

    Storing popcorn

    • popcorn is best when it has just been made
    • if you allow it to cool completely it will store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks
    • popcorn isn't freezer friendly

    Flavouring popcorn

    • try our delicious gingerbread caramel popcorn
    • Toffee apple popcorn balls – gluten free and super yummy!
    • Popcorn choc crackles
    2 ingredient homemade popcorn spilling out of a bowl

    2 ingredient popcorn

    Why buy popcorn when it's cheaper and yummier to make it yourself. This 2 ingredient popcorn is super easy to make and delicious
    5 from 4 votes
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    Course: Basics at Home, snacks
    Cuisine: Modern Australian
    Prep Time: 1 minute
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 8 people
    Calories: 167kcal
    Author: Kylie

    Equipment

    pasta pot
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    Ingredients

    • 1 cup corn kernels- plus 3 kernels
    • 6 tbsps coconut oil

    Instructions

    • Add the coconut oil to a large saucepan (I use a pasta pot)
    • Add the three kernels to the oil and put the lid on.
    • Turn the heat up to medium-high. 6-7 on my induction stove.
    • The oil will melt. Wait until the three kernels pop, then remove them.
    • Pour in the cup of kernels and wait 40 seconds.
    • When they start popping keep watch!
    • Shake the pan every 30 seconds for 10 seconds to ensure the popcorn doesn't burn.
    • When the popping subsides, remove from the heat and keep the lid off the pan.
    • The popcorn is now ready to eat!

    Recipe video

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cup | Sodium: 1mg | Sugar: 1g | Fiber: 3g | Potassium: 56mg | Calories: 167kcal | Saturated Fat: 9g | Fat: 11g | Protein: 2g | Carbohydrates: 15g | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Heidy M says

      November 24, 2020 at 12:11 am

      5 stars
      These two ingredient's homemade popcorn was delicious. I loved the flavor, and so did the kids! I'm so glad I found this recipe! I also found a few other great easy to make recipes to try out!

      Happy Holidays
      H

      Reply
      • Kylie says

        November 24, 2020 at 10:48 am

        Yay! Happy Holidays to you too!

        Reply
    2. Gina says

      November 23, 2020 at 11:22 pm

      5 stars
      We just started making popcorn from scratch ourselves too and it's so much more enjoyable than those microwave bags, love how you can customize it as desired too!

      Reply
      • Kylie says

        November 24, 2020 at 10:47 am

        it's so much better than buying it!

        Reply
    3. Charla says

      November 23, 2020 at 9:56 pm

      5 stars
      Popcorn is such a great snack. We don't make it often but when we do with love to garnish ours with various spices.

      Reply
      • Kylie says

        November 24, 2020 at 10:47 am

        Yes! I am making a gingerbread caramel popcorn at the moment!

        Reply
    4. Chris Collins says

      November 23, 2020 at 9:15 pm

      5 stars
      I love that you use coconut oil! Definitely whipping up a batch of this tomorrow 🙂

      Reply
      • Kylie says

        November 24, 2020 at 10:47 am

        The coconut flavour makes it so yummy!

        Reply
    5. Shashi at Savory Spin says

      November 23, 2020 at 9:14 pm

      This is the perfect wrapping snack food! We love popcorn but don't make it at home often so looking forward to trying this recipe out soon!

      Reply

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