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Skinnypop Popcorn Skinny Pop  Naturally Sweet
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Skinnypop Popcorn Skinny Pop Naturally Sweet

SkinnyPop
5.30 oz
Available at Foodtown
150
Calories
1g
Protein
8g
Sugars
110mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
6
Ingredients

What You Should Know

SkinnyPop Popcorn Naturally Sweet (5.30 oz) presents itself as a lightly sweet, sweet-and-salty popcorn option in a small multi-serve film bag that you’ll most commonly find in the grocery snack aisle near other popcorn brands, chips, nut mixes and sometimes adjacent to the “better-for-you” snack shelf. It reads like a grab-and-go treat for movie-night and party spreads: people pull it out for sofa-viewing, tailgate snack tables, kids’ after-school nibbles or to toss into a road-trip snack bin. The SkinnyPop brand positions itself as clean-label and approachable — marketed to image- and health-conscious shoppers who want indulgence without heavy guilt. Its copy emphasizes “simple ingredients” and snacking “without compromise,” appealing to millennials and parents looking for straightforward, fashionable pantry items. The front label leans into a health halo with words like “naturally” and visible ingredient cues; there are no organic or certified claims on this formulation, but the minimal-ingredient list is a central selling point. Processing context: this is a packaged, ready-to-eat snack made by popping kernels and coating them with a sugar-sunflower oil mix — it’s processed and shelf-stable but uses familiar ingredients. Sensory details: expect crisp, airy popped kernels with a light crunchy snap, a glossy hint of sunflower oil, and a detectable sweet edge balanced by sea salt. The ritual is tactile and social — hands reaching in, the rustle of a bag during a movie, or portioned into bowls at a get-together — packaged for convenience and social snacking occasions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2.5 cups
Servings per Container: 5
Calories150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat7g9%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Sodium110mg5%
Total Carbohydrate19g7%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Total Sugars8g
Added Sugars7g14%
Protein1g
* 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

Popcorn,, Sugar,, Sunflower, Oil,, Sea, Salt..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • sunflower oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from whole popcorn with added sugar, oil and salt and sold as a ready-to-eat packaged snack, this product fits NOVA Group 3 (processed foods) because it combines few recognizable ingredients without industrial additives common to ultra-processed formulations.

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Common Questions about Skinnypop Popcorn Skinny Pop Naturally Sweet

That depends on your definition of healthy! With 150 calories per serving and 3g of fiber, it can be a satisfying snack. It's a better choice than many sugary treats, but if you're comparing it to whole foods like fresh fruits or veggies, it might not stack up as high. Moderation is key!

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
road-trip

Vibe:

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