
Skinny Pop Popcorn Jalapeno Cheddar
What You Should Know
SkinnyPop Popcorn Jalapeno Cheddar is a shelf-stable bagged snack you’d spot in the supermarket snack aisle, tucked alongside other popcorns, kettle chips and single-serve party mixes. Its 4.4 oz printed pouch sits near gluten-free and “better-for-you” chips, often placed at eye level on endcaps during promotions. This product fits quick trips for movie-night, game-day prep, or road trips — any outing where a hand-held, shareable crunchy snack is wanted. The brand positions itself as a lighter, simpler alternative to traditional chips: culturally it reads as millennial and health-focused, appealing to busy parents and young adults who want indulgence without overt guilt. Labeling leans into a health halo — minimal ingredient lists, calls out “organic” on some dairy ingredients, and the SkinnyPop name evokes low-calorie snacking rather than full indulgence. There’s no child-centric cartooning; instead the pack uses modern, clean typography and flavor cues (jalapeño and cheddar) to signal grown-up taste with a hint of adventure. In plain terms it’s a processed, flavored popcorn — industrially popped, seasoned, and packaged for long shelf life. Sensory details: the popcorn is light and crisp with an airy crunch, a toasty sunflower-oil sheen, a tangy cheesy coating and a mild jalapeño warmth; paprika gives visual specks of color. The ritual is casual — popped open for couch sessions, spread into a bowl at a party, or eaten directly from the bag while driving. Overall it plays the role of convenient, shareable snack that balances spicy-salty flavor with a “simple ingredients” marketing story.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Popcorn,, Sunflower, Oil,, Organic, Whey, (Milk),, Organic, Non-Fat, Dry, Milk,, Peppers, (Green, Bell,, Jalapeno),, Salt,, Organic, Cheddar, Cheese, (Organic, Milk,, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Natural, Flavor,, Yeast, Extract,, Lactic, Acid,, Paprika, (Color)..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Sunflower Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •Paprika (Color) - Artificial coloring
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
This is an ultra-processed packaged snack: industrially produced popcorn with added flavorings and ingredients like natural flavor, yeast extract and lactic acid and a processed cheese component, consistent with NOVA group 4.
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Common Questions about Skinny Pop Popcorn Jalapeno Cheddar
Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! At 140 calories per 3 cups, it's a lighter snack option compared to many chip varieties. It has a decent amount of flavor without added sugars, but it's not exactly a superfood either. Think of it as a fun treat rather than a health powerhouse!
