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Caramel Popcorn

Caramel Popcorn is a sweet snack made by coating popped corn with a caramelized sugar syrup; it's commonly sold at cinemas, fairs and as a packaged snack. It is known for its crunchy, sticky coating and strong sweet flavor. Nutritionally this is an energy-dense treat that is high in added sugars — it contains about 52.8g of sugar per 100g — and provides relatively little protein or micronutrients compared with whole-food snacks, though the popcorn base does contribute some fiber. As a packaged confection it is best enjoyed occasionally: it is highly processed and designed as a sugary snack rather than a nutrient-rich food, so choosing plain or air-popped popcorn is a simple way to reduce sugar and calories when you want a lighter option.

Vegetarian · Gluten free · Ultra-processed · ~1.80€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

E-

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

428 kcal

21% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

3.8 g

8% RDI

Fat

13 g

3.6g sat fat

Carbs

79 g

29% RDI

Sugar

53 g

100% RDI

Fiber

5.2 g

17% RDI

Salt

0.5 g

10% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

E- · 1.6 / 10

Healthy alternatives

Ingredients that rank higher on the overall quality profile and might substitute well in some recipes.

Frequently asked

Q.01Is Caramel Popcorn healthy?

Caramel Popcorn is rated E- on overall nutritional quality and is best consumed in moderation alongside more nutrient-dense foods.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Caramel Popcorn?

Caramel Popcorn is NOVA 4 - Ultra-processed.

Q.05Is Caramel Popcorn gluten free?

Yes, Caramel Popcorn is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Caramel Popcorn?

100g of Caramel Popcorn contains 428 kcal, 3.77g protein, 78.5g carbohydrates, 12.7g fat, and 5.2g fiber.

Q.04Is Caramel Popcorn vegetarian?

Yes, Caramel Popcorn is vegetarian but not vegan.

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