Q&A for How to Use a Popcorn Maker

Just clean it by wiping it down. You can detach the cooking chamber and wash it in the sink.

Yes, or else the kernels will burn.You may have to experiment to find the right amount where it turns out not too oily but with a low ratio of unpopped kernels. There are also some popcorn machines that work with hot air, if that's your preference.

You can usually find them at your nearest grocery store or general store like Walmart.

No, popcorn makers only make regular popcorn, but you may cover it with caramel or other toppings.

You can add milk, but it tends to have a pretty neutral flavor. If you want to add milk, you could try using condensed milk with some sugar added as well to make it sweet.

First, figure out how many colors you want, then put two tablespoons of sugar in separate bowls for how many colors you want. Dye the sugar with only about 2 drops of food coloring. Stir, then get a medium saucepan. Put 1 teaspoon of coconut oil and two popcorn kernels on medium-high. Once they have popped turn down the heat to medium and put in 2 tablespoons of popcorn kernels and one of your dyed sugar bowls. Shake continually to make sure it won't burn. Do that with all your colors, then all you have to do is season it as you would like and then put it in a bowl and enjoy.

Do not add spices to the cooking oil before popping your popcorn, The hot oil will scorch the seasoning. Add your spices or flavored salts immediately after popping for the best stick on the popcorn!

It's best to add seasoning after the popcorn has been popped. That way it won't potentially burn inside the popcorn maker.