Tuesday is National Popcorn Day, a day to celebrate moviegoers' favorite treat.
Whether it's caramelized, smothered in cheese, buttered or plain, there's no wrong way to eat popcorn.
Celebrate with one of these recipes from local food bloggers.
Salted Caramel Corn – Baker Bettie
Local blogger Baker Bettie shares a recipe for popcorn with a sweet and salty twist with her salted caramel corn.
"The salty/sweet combo will never get old in my book because it is just such a classic (and highly addictive) combo," Baker Bettie says.
See the full recipe here.
Cinnamon Roll Popcorn – Marissa Says
Local blogger Marissa Williams shares a recipe on her site, Marissa Says, for popcorn that will satisfy your sweet tooth. Her cinnamon roll popcorn, inspired by the popular breakfast pastry, can be enjoyed for breakfast, dessert or both.
See the full recipe here.
Peanut Butter Caramel Corn – Sally's Baking Addiction
On her blog, Sally's Baking Addiction, Philly local Sally, who calls herself a "peanutaholic," shares a recipe for peanut butter caramel corn.
"Shower your innocent popcorn with the peanut butter/honey mixture," she says. "Those little kernels never saw that peanut butter coming!"
See the full recipe here.
Kettle Corn Chocolate Chip Cookies – Cake Over Steak
On her blog Cake Over Steak, Sara Cornelius shares a recipe that combines two snack favorites: kettle corn and chocolate chip cookies.
"I developed my deep affection for kettle corn at Hersheypark," she explains. "I would buy a fresh, warm bag of kettle corn by the front of the park, and then swing over to one of the gift shops to buy a bag of Hershey’s miniatures. These two items had to be enjoyed together."
See the full recipe here.
If you'd prefer to let someone else do the work, check out Go Popcorn on 12th Street for a number of flavored popcorn options.