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Kellogg's Corn Pops Entry Size
Cereal & Breakfast
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Kellogg's Corn Pops Entry Size

Corn Pops
8.80 oz
Available at Foodtown
150
Calories
2g
Protein
15g
Sugars
160mg
Sodium
53
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Kellogg's Corn Pops (Entry Size, 8.8 oz) sits on the breakfast cereal shelf among other sweetened children’s cereals — think bright boxes, shelf talkers and occasional endcap promotions near pancake mixes or instant oatmeal. It’s commonly found in the dry grocery aisle near other corn-based and puffed cereals, and frequently merchandised close to family-sized and single-serve options for easy grab-and-go. Suited to quick morning routines, after-school snacks and travel or road-trip munching, this cereal is positioned for occasions that value speed, portability and a sweet hit. Brand messaging leans heavily on nostalgia and fun: a legacy Kellogg’s name appeals to parents who remember the product, while playful advertising and “pops” texture target kids and teens. Packaging and labeling emphasize convenience and small indulgences — claims like “good source of 8 vitamins and minerals” and “colors and flavors from natural sources” create a light health halo, but there is no organic certification or whole-grain claim. In plain terms, Corn Pops is an ultraprocessed breakfast cereal made from milled corn with added sugars, syrups and vegetable oils, plus flavor/colors and fortified vitamins. Sensory cues: each piece is light, popped and airy with a glossy, sweet surface and a loud crunchy snap when dry; in milk it softens quickly and leaves a sugary “cereal milk” finish. The box contains an inner plastic bag and is designed for home bowls, single-serve snack bags for lunches, or a late-night cereal bowl ritual. It trades on familiarity, speed and a bright, sweet flavor profile rather than whole-food simplicity.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.33 cup
Servings per Container: 6
Calories150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium160mg7%
Total Carbohydrate36g13%
Total Sugars15g
Added Sugars15g30%
Protein2g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Milled, Corn,, Sugar,, Corn, Syrup,, Contains, 2%, Or, Less, Of, Molasses,, Salt,, Vegetable, Oil, (Hydrogenated, Coconut,, Soybean, And/Or, Cottonseed),, Mixed, Tocopherols, (Vitamin, E), For, Freshness,, Annatto, Extract, Color,, Wheat, Starch., Vitamins, And, Minerals:, Reduced, Iron,, Niacinamide,, Vitamin, B6, (Pyridoxine, Hydrochloride),, Vitamin, B2, (Riboflavin),, Vitamin, B1, (Thiamin, Hydrochloride),, Folic, Acid,, Vitamin, D3,, Vitamin, B12..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Cottonseed - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Hydrogenated Coconut - Processed emulsifier
  • Soybean - Processed emulsifier
  • Cottonseed - Processed emulsifier
  • Annatto Extract Color - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (sugar, corn syrup, hydrogenated vegetable oils, color/extracts) and is a formulated ready-to-eat product, classifying it as ultraprocessed.

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Common Questions about Kellogg's Corn Pops Entry Size

Healthiness can be a bit subjective, depending on your dietary goals. Corn Pops are certainly a fun breakfast option, but they do have a higher sugar content (15g per serving) and are low in fiber and protein. If you're looking for a quick energy boost, they fit the bill, but they might not be the best choice if you’re aiming for a nutrient-dense meal.

Perfect For

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road-trip
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