Electric Popcorn Popper
Countertop Models that are Easy to Operate
The electric popcorn popper comes in many different designs. There are the huge red or stainless steel commercial like machines that look great in rooms with theater, game or bar room decor. There are also the small countertop electric popcorn popper models that are very easy to operate. There is also a mid sized electric popcorn popper made by Gold Medal that is available for places like a small business, school functions or children’s birthday parties that looks very authentic, makes great popcorn and provides a great aroma to draw a crowd. Electric popcorn poppers make the popcorn very quickly, and they are offered in sizes which pop up to 16 ounces of kernels at once. Electric popcorn poppers heat using either air pop or oil pop methods, there are many selections of either available.
When looking for an electric popcorn popper to use in the home, the Internet can be a great source to find product reviews, descriptions, price points and pictures. The manufacturers also offer detailed specifications and even links to find the product online or to locate stores in your area. Many sites allow those who have purchased the product to leave feedback in user reviews. These can be very helpful in deciding which option to choose because the information is provided by those who have actually used the product. There are many countertop models that have received favorable user reviews.
Popular Models
The Presto Orville Redenbacher Hot Air Popper is praised for it’s efficient operation, and it offers an optional butter melter right on the device that can be used if desired. The finished popcorn is delicious with or without seasonings. Cuisinart makes a visually appealing electric popcorn popper that gets great reviews. The Cuisinart EasyPop Popcorn Maker comes in various colors such as red, pink and black with a very attractive touch of stainless steel. It is dishwasher safe and easy to use and clean. The unique special vents allow for the popcorn to keep it’s crispness. The cutest name by far is the Stir Crazy electric popcorn popper by West Bend. It is best known for the large capacity of corn that it can pop (192 ounces), and the dome that contains the popcorn while it is being popped doubles as the serving bowl.
Popcorn is a healthy snack which provides a good source of fiber. Making popcorn in an electric popcorn popper is also cheaper than buying the packages of microwave popcorn. Many electric popcorn poppers have a sensor to automatically shut the product off when a batch is ready. If you have ever burnt a bag of microwave popcorn, the automatic shut off option will be your favorite feature.
Unless you purchase one of the specialized machines that are on a cart and resemble the old fashioned popcorn maker, the average price of a countertop electric popcorn popper is around $30.00. They weigh in at less than 5 pounds, and are easy to store and clean. The Cuisinart model looks so great that it may be an appliance you want to leave on your counter all of the time if you make popcorn very often at all. An electric popcorn popper is a great gift for a bridal shower, housewarming party or a college student.
