Microwave Popcorn Does Not Pop

Popcorn may not pop due to the following reasons:

 

• An improper utensil being used, such as placing the corn in a bag or container. 
• The wattage of the microwave oven may be too low. Usually, at least 500 watts is required to generate enough heat to pop popcorn.
• The popcorn is stale or of poor quality. Use fresh, good quality popping corn with a high moisture content specifically designed for microwaves. Old popcorn may not have enough moisture to pop.
• Remove the microwave rack, if applicable, before attempting to cook the popcorn.
• Other reasons that popcorn may not cook properly:
•  
  • Using low fat popcorn instead of regular
  • Using a small bag size
  • Putting the bag upside down on the tray
  • Refrigerated popcorn may take longer.