This is one of the COOLEST items for a microwave ever invented!We make LOTS of popcorn in this. In short, since there seems to be some questions about HOW to do it... here are my brief instructions, followed by some more in-depth chatter:1. RINSE the popper just before using, to let it be a tad WET as you start.2. (optional - can pop dry just fine) Add 1-2 Tbsp of OLIVE OIL or SPICY HOT OIL to popper3. Add ~ 1/4 cup of POPCORN to the popper4. Put into the microwave and set for 3.5 minutesWhen it's out, sprinkle on whatever is your choice for toppings. Our favorites:A. BALL PARK SEASONING ( https://amzn.to/3xdONlH )B. TRUE LEMON crystalized powder ( https://amzn.to/3X5r5SO )C. KERNEL SEASONING flavorings ( https://amzn.to/3HY7wrC )ENJOY!This popper is super flexible and versatile, to where you can add all kinds of flavorings BEFORE popping if you wish, as well as AFTER popping. Different forms behave differently in the course of popping vs after the fact, but we've experimented with lots of different ways of using the popper, and have had great luck with ALL of them!If you enjoy dryer, cleaner popcorn, then don't add any OIL up front (and of course, it does also add CALORIES, so if that's a concern, then that's another good reason to forego the oil) That said, we find the FLAVOR is just far superior when adding an OIL. And you can choose a variety of different kinds of oil, too... basic VEGETABLE OIL; CANOLA; EVOO - EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL (one of our favorites); SESAME CHILI OIL if you like things spicy; or any flavor you come up with.We've also popped in BUTTER; MARGARINE; I-CANT-BELIEVE-IT's-NOT-BUTTER; HOT SAUCE; BBQ SAUCE and even various SOY SAUCES, WASABI PASTE and other oddities just to kick it up a bit with some other flavors. The "sticky" things like BBQ sauce or wasabi are best mixed into a bit of oil before the corn goes in. As the oil heats and the corn sizzles, the mix coats things nicely.One interesting fun fact about various colored sauces... the popcorn will START to pop in the darker sauce, and as it pops further and further, the last corn will all be almost totally WHITE, making for some very interesting VARIETY among the popped kernels. (but even the white kernels maintain some of the flavor from earlier... just a nice blend!)So if you start with SPICY SESAME OIL, for instance, the first few seconds of popping, those popped kernels fall back into the oil and soak it up, then distribute it into other corn as it continues to pop... And when the whole thing is done, shake it up a bit and you're in for some very attractive looking blends of color. (see attached pic)We especially like SAVORY and SPICY odd and flavors added into the microwave popper during cooking, but have also tried CINNAMON+SUGAR, COCOA+SUGAR and CARAMEL APPLE FLAVORING into the popper just to see what it does. And, not surprisingly, it does a pretty good job of distributing these SWEETER flavors into popped corn for a totally different experience.I see some reviewers here say they don't like MICROWAVE POPCORN and prefer air popped or stovetop popped... and hey... no shade. But until you've given this popper a whirl and seen just how INCREDIBLY FLEXIBLE it can be, I'd highly recommend you don't give up on the nuke option too quickly!HAVE FUN, and come up with some TOTALLY DIFFERENT ideas of just what this incredibly simple snack choice can be. It's cheap, fast and a lot of family fun!!!

This microwave POPCORN MAKER is the perfect solution for someone like me who LOVES popcorn, but hates all of the additives in prepackaged bags, and likes simple, straight-forward solutions! This is so easy to use and convenient! After about a 5-year hiatus from eating popcorn (due to broken teeth and my dentist's recommendation), I'm eating it again and LOVING it!!!!! (Popcorn makes me so HAPPY and is so nutritious and filling!) There are very few un-popped kernels left behind. I pop 1/4 cup kernels at a time, as I find it easier to manage than 1/2 cup kernels all at once. So delicious, too, with just spray butter sprayed on top after popping. The popper is collapsable (like a collapsable water bowl for a pet and pet parent on a walk) and efficient to store on the pantry shelf. The popper lid inserts into the popper above the kernels, and that's it! MICROWAVE on popcorn setting or timed, and WHELA! A beautiful full bowl of deliciousness! THANK YOU, Zulay Kitchen!

Imagine this: it’s a crisp Friday evening, the aroma of buttery popcorn fills the air, and the anticipation of a great film grips you. Enter this popcorn bowl and popper combo, a culinary marvel that transforms your popcorn experience from mundane to magnificent. This Amazon sensation isn't just a bowl; it's a revolution in snacking. Crafted from premium BPA-free silicone, this popper isn’t just durable; it's a triumph of modern design. Its collapsible form isn’t just practical; it’s a stroke of genius, effortlessly folding down to a compact size that vanishes into your kitchen’s shadows, only to expand into a majestic vessel of popcorn perfection. In the world of popcorn making, simplicity is often a virtue, and this popper embodies that principle flawlessly. Toss in your kernels, snap on the lid, and let the microwave perform its alchemical feats. No oils, no fuss—just pure, unadulterated popcorn, ready to enchant your taste buds. Both popper and lid are dishwasher-safe, transforming post-movie cleanup into a mere afterthought. The popper’s design ensures every kernel pops to perfection, with not a single burnt morsel in sight. Since the day I discovered this popper, it has become my culinary soulmate; it’s not just a kitchen gadget, but the very essence of my movie nights, and I can't fathom a life where its flawless popcorn isn't the centerpiece of my joy and comfort.

I use 1 tbsp of corn oil for 1/3 cup of popcorn (enough to coat all kernels) at 2.5 min and get great results. It doesn't fully pop all of the kernels, but you can shake those out and reheat. Saves me alot of effort of popping via a pot on the stove. 4 stars because it does leave some kernels unpopped.

Best way to make healthy popcorn for much less per serving than microwave popcorn. Easy to clean. Easy to use.

I tried one of these microwave popcorn makers while visiting my daughter and was completely impressed. I gave one as a gift and recently treated myself to this Zulay maker and I am again impressed. I had previously used an electric stir popper and dreaded the clean-up and occasional burned pieces.I also purchased a popcorn variety pack so I had multiple varieties to test with this. I had consistently good results with few unpopped kernels and scorched pieces. Clean-up is a breeze although the lingering smell is hard to get out of the silicone.This was a great purchase at a great price!

We’ve had this popcorn popper for about a year now. We use it almost daily. Pops the corn perfectly every time, whether it’s servings for one or two. It’s been a game changer and has helped us along our weight loss journey. Highly recommend this product. I would definitely purchase another if I ever needed another or for a gift for someone else!

Quedaron mejor que las palomitas de bolsa. Coloqué las semillas hasta la segunda marca del fondo, que es como 1/3 de taza; puse un poco de aceite en spray, una cucharada sopera de mantequilla y una cucharadita de sal, ajusté el microondas en 3 minutos en potencia máxima y se hicieron casi todas; solo le puse 10 segundos más hasta que dejaron de tronar.

I was introduced to this product by a friend and am weary of plastic products. This is so practical and has very good results with few kernels at the bottom of the bowl after popping. It’s great.The popcorn always comes out perfect..never burnt and what’s the best it takes 2 mins to pop the popcorn. My father loves popcorn and is a senior and has mobility issues..so this popcorn maker is perfect for him. Easy Peasy. He loves it too. No having to mind a cooktop or machine. Love it!

excelente producto, las palomitas de maíz quedan súper bien

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Fantastico! Pop corn perfetti e una volta chiuso occupa pochissimo spazio.