I Tested 2 Amazon Popcorn Makers… ONE Is WAY Better! 🍿😱
See How I Make Perfect Homemade Popcorn with the WestBend Stir Crazy Popcorn Maker and the dash stirring popcorn maker
If you're looking for an easy way to make delicious homemade popcorn, there are plenty of countertop popcorn makers available online. But which one actually performs better?
In our newest vlog, we put two popular Amazon popcorn poppers to the test: the WestBend Stir Crazy Popper and the Dash Stirring Popcorn Popper.
Both machines are designed to make fresh popcorn at home using a stirring mechanism to keep the kernels moving as they cook. For this popcorn showdown, we wanted to see how the two machines compare while making one of the most popular popcorn flavors of all time: classic buttery popcorn. 🍿
Watch the full comparison to see the Dash vs WestBend popcorn popper battle in action and find out which machine you prefer for making homemade popcorn.
🍿 Watch the Newest Popcorn Popper Test
Want to see both popcorn makers in action?
Watch our newest vlog and follow along as we test the Dash Stirring Popcorn Popper vs the WestBend Stir Crazy Popper.
🎥 Watch the full vlog:
https://youtu.be/5pjIeCKA8QQ
The Popcorn Popper Showdown: Dash vs WestBend
For this experiment, we're putting two countertop popcorn poppers head-to-head.
🟦 WestBend Stir Crazy Popper
Get Your Westbend Stir Crazy Popper Here: https://amzn.to/4auXhqz
The WestBend Stir Crazy Popper uses a stirring mechanism to continuously move the popcorn kernels while they cook. For our test, we're using the WestBend to make a batch of buttery popcorn with popcorn kernels, buttery popping oil, and Flavacol seasoning salt.
🟥 Dash Stirring Popcorn Popper
Get Your Dash Stirring Popcorn Popper Here: https://amzn.to/4sHFRj6
The Dash Stirring Popcorn Popper is another countertop option designed to stir the kernels as they pop. We use the Dash to prepare a comparable batch of buttery popcorn so we can see how the two machines perform side by side. The goal isn't simply to make popcorn. We're putting these two machines to the test to see what it's like to actually use them for homemade popcorn.
Butter Popcorn Recipe Using the WestBend Stir Crazy Popper
For the WestBend portion of our popcorn test, we use the following ingredients:
Ingredients
3/4 cup Orville Redenbacher's Gourmet Popcorn Kernels — https://amzn.to/4s5Mpbm
3 tablespoons Paragon Buttery Goodness Popping/Topping Oil — https://amzn.to/4ofYYiq
1/2 tablespoon Flavacol Seasoning Salt — https://amzn.to/49lg21K
These ingredients create a classic buttery popcorn flavor with the salty taste and movie-theater-style popcorn character that many popcorn lovers enjoy.
Butter Popcorn Recipe Using the Dash Stirring Popcorn Popper
For the Dash popcorn popper, we use:
Ingredients
Orville Redenbacher's Gourmet Popcorn Kernels — https://amzn.to/4s5Mpbm
1 1/2 tablespoons Paragon Buttery Goodness Popping/Topping Oil — https://amzn.to/4ofYYiq
1/4 tablespoon Flavacol Seasoning Salt — https://amzn.to/49lg21K
The ingredient amounts are adjusted for the Dash popper, allowing us to prepare the popcorn according to the recipe we're using for this test.
How to Make Homemade Butter Popcorn
The basic process is simple with both machines.
Step 1: Add the Ingredients
Start by adding the popcorn kernels, buttery oil, and Flavacol seasoning salt to the appropriate popcorn popper.
Always follow the manufacturer's instructions for your specific machine and avoid exceeding its recommended capacity.
Step 2: Turn on the Popcorn Popper
Turn the machine on and allow the stirring mechanism to do its job.
As the kernels heat up, they begin to pop while the stirring action keeps the kernels moving.
This is one of the interesting things about testing stirring popcorn makers: you can watch the machine continuously move the kernels while the popcorn pops.
Step 3: Let the Popcorn Pop
Allow the popcorn to continue popping until the popping slows down.
Listen carefully as the popping becomes less frequent. Once there are several seconds between pops, it's generally time to finish the popping cycle according to the machine's instructions.
Step 4: Turn Off the Machine
Once the popcorn is finished popping, turn off the machine and carefully pour the popcorn into a large bowl.
Be careful when handling the popper, as the components and freshly popped popcorn can be hot.
Step 5: Mix and Enjoy
Give the popcorn a quick toss to distribute the buttery oil and seasoning. Then it's ready to enjoy! 🍿
Freshly popped homemade popcorn is a simple snack that can be enjoyed during movie nights, family gatherings, parties, game days, or just about any time you're craving something crunchy.
What Are We Testing?
This isn't simply a popcorn recipe. We're putting two Amazon popcorn poppers through the same type of popcorn-making challenge.
During the comparison, we're interested in things such as:
How easy each popcorn maker is to use
How the stirring mechanism works
How the popcorn pops
How easy it is to prepare a batch
The overall popcorn-making experience
How the finished popcorn looks and tastes
Which machine might be more appealing for homemade popcorn lovers
The Dash vs WestBend comparison makes this experiment especially interesting because both machines take a similar approach to making popcorn but offer a different design and user experience.
Dash vs WestBend: Which Popcorn Popper Is Better?
That's the big question.
Which one would you choose?
The WestBend Stir Crazy Popper has been a familiar name in home popcorn making for years, while the Dash Stirring Popcorn Popper offers another option for people who want a countertop stirring popcorn maker. Rather than simply looking at specifications, we wanted to actually use both machines and see how they perform when making fresh homemade popcorn. That's what makes this popcorn test different from a typical product review. We're actually popping popcorn with both machines and comparing the experience.
🍿 Dash vs WestBend.
🍿 Two popcorn poppers.
🍿 One buttery popcorn challenge.
So which one comes out on top?
Watch the full vlog to see the popcorn showdown for yourself!
Perfect for Movie Nights, Parties & Family Snacks
Fresh homemade popcorn is perfect for almost any occasion.
Make a batch for:
🎬 Movie nights
🎉 Parties
👨👩👧👦 Family snack time
🏈 Game days
🎮 Gaming nights
🍿 Weekend snacking
🏠 Everyday homemade treats
There's something fun about making popcorn fresh and serving it immediately while it's still warm and crunchy.
Which Amazon Popcorn Popper Would You Choose?
After seeing both machines in action, we'd love to know which one you'd choose.
Would you go with the WestBend Stir Crazy Popper?
Or would you choose the Dash Stirring Popcorn Popper?
Both are interesting options for anyone who enjoys making homemade popcorn, and this test gives us a chance to put them side by side rather than simply talking about them.
Watch the full video and see which popcorn maker gets your vote! 🍿🏆 https://youtu.be/5pjIeCKA8QQ
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