Pop corn vs Caramel popcorn
Overall, Pop corn has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 7 of our comparison points versus 0.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Pop corn | Caramel popcorn |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 424 kcal | 453 kcal |
| Fat | 17 g | 16 g |
| Saturated fat | 7.7 g | 9.9 g |
| Sugars | 0.8 g | 50.7 g |
| Salt | 0 g | 2 g |
| Fiber | 8.4 g | 0 g |
| Protein | 7.8 g | 3.8 g |
| Additives | 4 | 4 |
| Allergens | None listed | Gluten, Milk, Nuts, Sesame seeds, Soybeans |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Pop corn has 22% less saturated fat (7.7 g vs 9.9 g).
- Pop corn has 98% less sugar (0.8 g vs 50.7 g).
- Pop corn has 100% less salt (0 g vs 2 g).
- Pop corn has 100% more fiber (8.4 g vs 0 g).
- Pop corn has 51% more protein (7.8 g vs 3.8 g).
- Pop corn has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Caramel popcorn lists: Gluten, Milk, Nuts, Sesame seeds, Soybeans.
Ingredients
Pop corn
Grains de maïs à éclater 75%, huile de palme, agent d'enrobage : E953, arôme, émulsifiant : lécithine de tournesol, édulcorant : sucralose.
Caramel popcorn
Sucre, bretzels (farine de froment, graisse de palme, sel, farine de malt de blé, amidon de blé, émulsifiants mono-et diglycérides d'acides gras, correcteur d'acidité (hydroxyde de sodium) levure), maïs, sirop de glucose, beurre concentré, crème (6,4%), lactosérum doux concentré, beurre, sel de mer, sirop de sucre de canne, huile de tournesol, émulsifiant: lecithines (soja), arôme. Peut aussi contenir des traces de noisettes, d'amandes, d'autres noix ou de sésame.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Pop corn or Caramel popcorn?
Overall, Pop corn has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Pop corn has fewer calories: 424 kcal versus 453 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Pop corn has less sugar: 0.8 g versus 50.7 g per 100 g.