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Movie Theater Popcorn Kernels | Yellow Butterfly Popcorn

Original price $ 6.00 - Original price $ 100.00
Original price
$ 6.00
$ 6.00 - $ 100.00
Current price $ 6.00

Dell Cove® Movie Night Popcorn Kernels are classic yellow butterfly popcorn kernels that pop into medium-to-large pieces with fluffy wings and a satisfying crunchy center.

If you're looking for the kind of popcorn you get at the movies, this is the variety to start with. Movie Night has the familiar butterfly shape and classic corn flavor associated with movie theater popcorn — and it's the variety we sell to boutique movie theaters in the U.S.

Flavor + Texture

Classic corn flavor with a satisfying mix of fluffy and crunchy texture. Movie Night kernels pop into medium-to-large butterfly-shaped pieces, with light, fluffy “wings” surrounding a crunchy center. The popped pieces are larger than our colored popcorn varieties and are great for catching butter, oils and popcorn seasonings. 

Why You’ll Love It

  • Classic yellow butterfly popcorn for that familiar movie theater popcorn experience.
  • Medium-to-large popped pieces with fluffy wings and a satisfying crunchy center.
  • One of our best popcorn varieties for air poppers.
  • Also pops beautifully on the stovetop, in a microwave popcorn popper or in a commercial popcorn machine.
  • A good source of fiber for a satisfying, fiber-forward snack.
  • Choose the size that fits your needs. Our popcorn comes in a half-pound pouch, perfect for trying it out, and 2-pound bags for stocking your pantry. The 1-pound option includes two half-pound pouches.
  • Bulk bundle options are bundles of our 2-pound bags. Bundle of 3 = 6 pounds of kernels; Bundle of 13 = 26 pounds of kernels.

Popping Guide

Unpopped to popped ratio: 1 oz of kernels makes about 1 quart of popcorn.

Movie Night is one of our most versatile popcorn varieties. It works especially well in an air popper and also pops beautifully on the stovetop with oil, in a microwave popcorn popper or in a commercial popcorn machine.

Dell Cove tip: For a mix of classic fluffy butterfly popcorn and big, round pops, try combining equal parts Movie Night and Extra Large Mushroom Popcorn Kernels.

Ingredients

100% sustainably grown popcorn kernels. Grown in the USA. Nothing else.


Movie Night Popcorn FAQ

What kind of popcorn kernels do movie theaters use?

Yellow butterfly popcorn is a classic choice for movie theater popcorn. It pops into familiar irregular pieces with fluffy wings and a crunchy center. Dell Cove® Movie Night is our yellow butterfly variety, and we sell these kernels to boutique movie theaters in the U.S.

What is butterfly popcorn?

Butterfly popcorn gets its name from its popped shape. The kernels open into irregular pieces with light, fluffy “wings” extending from a crunchy center, rather than the mostly round shape produced by Mushroom popcorn.

Are Movie Night popcorn kernels good for air poppers?

Yes. Movie Night is one of our best popcorn varieties for air popping. It also works well on the stovetop with oil, in microwave popcorn poppers and in commercial popcorn machines.

What's the difference between Movie Night and Mushroom popcorn?

Movie Night pops into medium-to-large butterfly-shaped pieces with fluffy wings and a crunchy center. Mushroom popcorn produces larger, rounder and firmer pieces that hold up especially well to caramel and other heavier coatings. We like mixing equal parts of the two varieties for a combination of both textures.

How much popcorn will the kernels make?

One ounce of unpopped Movie Night kernels makes approximately 1 quart, or 4 cups, of popped popcorn.

Learn how to pop popcorn perfectly at home.

GLUTEN FREE NON GMO VEGAN FRIENDLY
Try it in this recipe:
Buttery Garlic Popcorn

HOW TO USE: To learn how to make perfect Dell Cove® popcorn every time, please read our tutorial here.

BEST BY: For best flavor, please enjoy your popcorn within 3 years of purchase.

STORAGE: Store in a cool, dark and dry location. For long-term storage, keep your popcorn in a resealable plastic or glass container and away from direct light. Intense heat and high humidity can shorten the shelf life of all grains (including popcorn), and lead to fewer kernels popping.

RECYCLING: Packaging material is recyclable. Get more information about our recycling program here.