
Hershey's Popped Snack Mix
What You Should Know
HERSHEY'S Popped Snack Mix is a grab-and-go party mix that sits squarely in the snack aisle or seasonal party display of American supermarkets—often shelved near other packaged popcorns, party mixes, candy and movie-night snacks. The 8 oz plastic bag presents familiar Hershey's branding and imagery of chocolate-drizzled popcorn and pretzel morsels, signaling an impulse treat for gatherings. It works for quick shopping trips where you need something to appease a crowd—movie nights, tailgates, road trips, office treats, or holiday stockings—and it’s commonly bought to drop into gift baskets or to bring to casual get-togethers. Brand positioning leans on Hershey’s heritage: mainstream, family-friendly, and indulgent rather than premium or health-focused; it targets families, teens and anyone seeking sweet-and-salty convenience. The label touts recognizable chocolate and playful snack imagery rather than health claims; there’s no organic certification and little emphasis on “natural” messaging, though the packaging may imply nostalgia and quality through the Hershey’s name. In plain terms, this is a highly processed convenience snack composed of chocolate-coated pieces, refined flours and syrups with added emulsifiers and oils. Sensory notes: a crunch of popped popcorn and pretzel morsels, pockets of smooth, creamy milk chocolate, and a sweet-salty balance that encourages sharing and snacking by hand. The bag is designed for easy grabbing—ideal for passing around at a movie marathon or keeping in a desk drawer—and the ritual is casual: open, share, and reach back in for another handful.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
MILK, CHOCOLATE, (SUGAR,, CHOCOLATE,, MILK,, COCOA, BUTTER,, SKIM, MILK,, MILK, FAT,, LECITHIN, (SOY),, PGPR,, NATURAL, FLAVOR),, ENRICHED, WHEAT, FLOUR, (FLOUR,, NIACIN,, REDUCED, IRON,, THIAMIN, MONONITRATE,, RIBOFLAVIN,, FOLIC, ACID),, CORN, SYRUP,, SUGAR,, POPCORN,, CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF:, SALT,, VEGETABLE, OIL, (CORN, OIL,, SOYBEAN, OIL,, CANOLA, OIL),, LECITHIN, (SOY),, BAKING, SODA,, YEAST..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •corn oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •soybean oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •canola oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains multiple industrial ingredients (corn syrup, refined flour, emulsifiers like PGPR, vegetable oils) and ready-to-eat formulations characteristic of ultra-processed foods, so it fits NOVA group 4.
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Common Questions about Hershey's Popped Snack Mix
The term 'healthy' can be pretty subjective! While this snack mix brings a delightful crunch and sweet chocolatey flavor, it does have added sugars and is not particularly high in protein or fiber. If you're enjoying it as an occasional treat, it can fit into a balanced diet, especially when paired with more nutrient-dense foods.
