
Popcorners Spicy Queso
What You Should Know
PopCorners Spicy Queso lands on the snack aisle among chips, popcorn and pretzels — often shelved near other single-serve bags and party-size containers. You’ll spot the bright, small 3 oz bag in endcaps for impulse buys or in grab-and-go racks by the register at convenience stores. It fits occasion-driven shopping: a quick add for movie night, a salty option for game-day spreads, or a compact snack for road trips and packed lunches. The brand positions itself as a modern, millennial-friendly alternative to greasy fried chips: playful packaging, bold flavor names, and messaging that emphasizes “popped” corn and simple-sounding ingredients to suggest a slightly healthier choice. Labels trade on health-halo language and approachable design rather than organic or certified claims — you’ll rarely see organic certification on this SKU, but expect claims like “made from corn” or “gluten-free” on similar lines. Processing context: this is a highly processed, ready-to-eat snack made from concentrated ingredients, added oils, and flavor systems. Sensory details deliver a light, crisp, popped-corn texture with a dusting of spicy-orange queso seasoning that is savory, tangy, and slightly creamy from dairy powders; the mouthfeel is crunchy but not oily, with a quick hit of salt and paprika-backed warmth. Packaged in a non-resealable foil-lined bag, the ritual is tear, pour into a bowl or snack straight from the bag, share at parties, or tuck into a lunchbox — a convenience-first product designed for immediate gratification and social snacking occasions.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Yellow, Corn,, Sunflower, Oil,, Whey,, and, Less, than, 2%, of, Cheddar, Cheese, (Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Salt,, Onion, Powder,, Buttermilk,, Maltodextrin, (Made, from, Corn),, Tomato, Powder,, Reduced, Lactose, Whey,, Spices,, Natural, Flavors,, Yeast, Extract,, Paprika,, Garlic, Powder,, Citric, Acid,, Paprika, Extracts,, Safflower, Oil,, Canola, Oil,, Annatto, Extracts,, and, Lactic, Acid..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Sunflower Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •Safflower Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •Canola Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •Whey - Processed emulsifier
- •Natural Flavors - Processed emulsifier
- •Annatto Extracts - Artificial coloring
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains refined ingredients, added flavor systems (maltodextrin, natural flavors, yeast extract), and vegetable oils in a ready-to-eat packaged format, which align with ultra-processed (NOVA 4) characteristics.
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Common Questions about Popcorners Spicy Queso
The Spicy Queso is a fun snack that offers a satisfying crunch without breaking the calorie bank—140 calories per serving. While it's not exactly a health food, it can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. Think of it as an occasional treat rather than a staple.
