SkinnyPop Original Popcorn

SkinnyPop Original Popcorn is ready-to-eat popcorn from SkinnyPop, sold in 4.4 oz bags. It is made with three ingredients and no added sugar, an easy alternative to chips.

Who it suits

It suits people who want a light, salty snack with a short ingredient list, and many who avoid dairy, peanuts or tree nuts. Popcorn is not safe for young children because it is a choking hazard. If you want more protein in a crunchy snack, try Biena Roasted Chickpeas, or see our full healthy snacks lineup.

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Key facts

• Ingredients are popcorn, sunflower oil and salt (SkinnyPop; Hannaford label listing)
• A 3-cup serving (28 g) lists 150 calories, 0 g added sugars and 130 mg sodium; each 4.4 oz bag holds about 4.5 servings (SkinnyPop; Hannaford label listing)
• The brand page lists OU Kosher, non-GMO and vegan (SkinnyPop; Hannaford label listing)
• SkinnyPop is now part of The Hershey Company, which asks shoppers to check each package for current ingredients and allergen statements (Hershey)

What reviewers say

Mashed ranks Original as the best SkinnyPop flavor, crediting the short ingredient list, the balanced salt and the lack of sugar. Go Dairy Free notes the Original is labeled free of dairy, gluten, peanuts and tree nuts, but warns that some company facilities also handle soy, wheat, fish, shellfish and dairy. Taste of Home features the small single-serve SkinnyPop Original bags, not this larger bag, in a low-calorie snack roundup.

Pros and cons

• Pro: Three ingredients and no added sugar
• Pro: Listed as vegan and kosher
• Con: Large bags make it easy to eat several servings
• Con: Shared facilities may be a concern for severe allergies

Cautions

• Some SkinnyPop facilities process soy, wheat, fish, shellfish and dairy (per Go Dairy Free); people with severe allergies should read each package and contact the company.
• Popcorn is a choking hazard for young children.
• Portion out servings if you are tracking calories.