Popcorn Makers to Elevate Movie Nights at Home

While going to the movies is fun, it can also be nice to enjoy a cozy night in with friends and family. Bring the movie theater experience home with popcorn makers from Williams Sonoma. Choose from a variety of stovetop or electric models from top brands like Whirley Pop, Cuisinart and Open Kitchen by Williams Sonoma.

Stovetop Popcorn Makers

One of the most recognized names in the homemade popcorn world is Whirley Pop, a stovetop popper with a unique design. Without its lid, it looks just like a regular saucepan that you'd use to cook everyday meals. But once you clip on the lid, it transforms into a miniature version of a commercial popper. Its iconic design and high-performance construction make it an excellent gift for the popcorn lover in your life. You can even find ready-to-gift sets that include popcorn kernels.

The Whirley Pop pan uses durable, fast-heating materials like stainless steel and aluminum to direct heat to the kernels, making them pop faster. The lid is equipped with a stay-cool hardwood handle that you crank to activate the patented stirring system, which allows you to keep the kernels moving constantly. This constant motion ensures your kernels are evenly coated in coconut oil, peanut oil, olive oil or the oil of your choice. It also prevents them from burning or sticking to the pan. The steam vents in the lid let excess moisture escape, so your popcorn doesn't get soggy.

Using a stovetop popper gives you more control over the cooking process than countertop models do. You can customize the flavour with oil and seasonings and stop the popping process at any point simply by lifting the pot from the heat. Most are only compatible with gas or electric cooktops, but some can also be used on induction cooktops. While you will have better control using a Whirley Pop, this hands-on method does require your constant attention, as you'll need to be moving the kernels around via the hand crank to achieve optimal results.

Electric Popcorn Popper Options

At Williams Sonoma, you'll find a variety of fun electrics to keep you stocked up on homemade treats, like ice cream makers or waffle irons. For home movie nights, an electric popcorn popper is a top option. These small appliances are incredibly easy to use -- simply fill them with popcorn kernels and oil, turn them on, and let the popping begin. Some have specially designed heads that direct the freshly popped popcorn into your bowl, while others pop into a built-in basin for easy scooping and serving.

Since the popping process is easy and requires minimal attention, electric poppers are great options when you're making movie treats for a crowd. Once complete, you can customize the taste profile with popular toppings and seasonings, like melted butter, salt, chocolate or caramel glaze. If you want to keep it a little healthier, hot air popcorn machines are also available. These appliances use hot air to create fluffy, delicious popcorn without requiring any oil.

Shop for popcorn makers at Williams Sonoma to bring the irresistible taste of movie-theater popcorn to your living room. Choose from a bestselling selection of stovetop or electric poppers to suit your tastes and household needs. Add gourmet popcorn kernels, oil and seasonings to stock up for fun at-home movie nights with family and friends.