Easy Portion Control with Skinny Pop Popcorn at Costco {100 Calorie Individual Bags} (2024)

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3 years ago

David

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We bought a box of Skinny Pop Popcorn at Costco a while back that contained 28 individual bags of popcorn. Each bag of popcorn has 100 calories and we figured that this was a great way to do some calorie controlled snacking in the evenings.

Let’s take a closer look at this box full of tasty snacking to see if it is something that you might want to try.

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1 Nutrition, Ingredients and Labelling

1.1 Nutrition Facts

1.2 Ingredient List

1.3 Labelling

2 Taste

3 The Popcorn is a Costco Value

Nutrition, Ingredients and Labelling

Let’s take a closer look at what comes in this box of popcorn.

Nutrition Facts

A serving of this popcorn is one bag and there are 28 bags in a box.

The nutrition facts for a single serving of sauce are:

  • Calories: 100
  • Fat: 6g (8% DV)
  • Cholesterol: 0mg (0% DV)
  • Sodium: 50mg (2% DV)
  • Carbohydrates: 9g (3% DV)
  • Protein: 1g

So, if you are wondering if Skinny Pop popcorn is healthy then the answer is, “Yes!”

Of course, there is nothing special about the Skinny Pop product as popcorn is already a naturally healthy snack. All Skinny Pop has done is not mess up a low calorie snack and put it in some nice portion controlled packaging.

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Ingredient List

Skinny Pop Popcorn has the following ingredients:

  • Popcorn
  • Sunflower oil
  • Salt

I really appreciate a product that only has three ingredients. Simple, clean and healthy. No strange chemicals or preservatives.

Labelling

The labelling indicates that this product is:

  • Non GMO
  • Gluten Free
  • Dairy Free
  • Peanut Free
  • Tree Nut Free
  • Preservative Free
  • No Artificial Colors
  • Kosher
  • Vegan

Taste

My results with this popcorn have been mixed.

Sometimes I get a bag that is crunchy, lighted salted and delicious. These bags taste like the tagline on the bag announces, “Pure Popped Perfection.”

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Other times I get a bag that is stale, mushy and tasteless.

I have gotten both types of bags out of the same box.

I really wish that I could tell you that this was amazing popcorn but given the inconsistency I just can’t do that. I will say that if you get a bag that is fresh and crunchy then I believe you will enjoy it very much.

The Popcorn is a Costco Value

Be aware that what you are really buying when you purchase this product is portion control. You can save a lot of money by making your own popcorn but then you will probably end up eating 3-4 servings as you eat handful after handful from the bowl.

We bought a box with 28 bags of popcorn for $12.99 at Costco. This works out to a cost of $0.464 per bag.

You can buy the exact same box at Sam’s Club for $12.98.

A six pack of these bags will cost you $5.99 at Target for a price of $0.99 per bag.

So, you are getting a MASSIVE discount when you buy the Skinny Pop popcorn at Costco or Sam’s Club compared to buying it at Target.

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David

Good morning and welcome to the site dedicated to helping you find great products at Costco and other stores! My name is David Somerville and these are hands on reviews of products that I have bought and used or am seriously considering purchasing. I do most of my shopping at the Costco in Baton Rouge, Louisiana but will check out any other Costco warehouses I find while travelling.Please get in touch with any questions and let me know of any great products that deserved to be featured in this blog!

  1. We buy this popcorn often and this large bag of original flavor is so salty we can hardly eat it. All the others were salted just right.

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  2. we purchase Skinny Pop allllll the time for years we loved it , we recently purchased , some new Skinny Pop , it taste terrible, I had thrown away the previous bag, so I could not compare the older bag to the newer bag (looking for changes) I actually could not eat the new popcorn, it made me gag, my husband finished the bowl he had, he eats anything. I loved the first(original) Skinny popcorn, and even got several neighbors & friends to start enjoying it also, I sincerely hope whatever you changed you change back .
    We purchase the Skinny Pop from Costco, and average 2- 3 bags a week , I honestly can not eat the newer version 🙁
    Sincerely, Tricia

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Easy Portion Control with Skinny Pop Popcorn at Costco {100 Calorie Individual Bags} (2024)

FAQs

Is skinny popcorn healthy for weight loss? ›

Skinny Pop Original

Sunflower oil is rich in unsaturated fats, so while the total fat is higher, most of that fat is heart-healthy. Plus, compared to other brands, the sodium in one serving is very low at 75 milligrams,” she says. This popcorn is also a good source of fiber, offering 3 grams per serving.

What is one serving of skinny pop? ›

Thanks for reaching out about our SKINNYPOP Original Popped Popcorn. Based on the Nutrition Facts panel for the 5oz 10ct bag, a single serving is one bag and contains 40mg of sodium.

How many calories are in 2 cups of skinny popcorn? ›

There are 39 calories in 1 cup (8 g) of Skinny Pop Popcorn. * 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.

What is the lowest calorie popcorn? ›

® With just 100 calories per 6 cups (and 0 grams trans fat per serving), you can snack on 94% fat free popcorn without giving up the fresh-popped taste and aroma you love.

Will I lose weight if I eat popcorn everyday? ›

Because of its low calorie content, low energy density, high fiber content and increased satiety, eating popcorn may help you eat fewer calories and lose weight. However, moderation is key. Even though it is much more filling than many other snack foods, it can still be fattening if you eat too much of it.

Is popcorn bad for losing belly fat? ›

Air-Popped Popcorn:

Popcorn is a great flat-belly snack as long as you choose the air-popped version—you can eat a 3-cup portion for only 100 calories! Not only that, but popcorn is also a whole grain, and studies show that people who eat whole grains have less belly fat than those who eat refined grains.

Is skinny popcorn OK for diabetics? ›

Popcorn is a great snack option for people with diabetes. It's high in fiber, low in calories, and depending on the portion size you eat, it won't cause your blood sugar levels to spike. It can also be quite filling, making it a good option to help you feel more full between meals.

Does skinny popcorn have a lot of carbs? ›

Skinny Pop has 7g of net carbs per small bag, making it pretty keto-friendly.

What is the best popcorn to eat when dieting? ›

“The healthiest way to eat popcorn is typically air-popped with no oil or butter and minimal salt added,” Walsh says. “However, there are numerous bagged popcorn products that come pretty close to matching the nutritional facts of air-popped popcorn such as SkinnyPop or BoomChickaPop.”

What's the healthiest way to eat popcorn? ›

Popcorn is a whole grain and a good source of fiber. And 3 cups of plain, air-popped popcorn weighs in at only about 95 calories. For the healthiest results, pop your corn in an air popper or in the microwave.

What is the most unhealthy popcorn? ›

Unhealthiest: Orville Redenbacher's Ultimate Butter

Each bag contains 2.5 servings, and the popcorn is made using palm oil. Since portion size is a relative concept, with many of us polishing off a full bag in one sitting, that saturated fat and sodium can quickly add up.

What kind of popcorn is good for weight loss? ›

Plain, air-popped popcorn is low in fat and calories. It's also rich in fiber and antioxidants. Popcorn is smart for those looking to lose or maintain a healthy weight. Avoid adding too much butter, sugar, or salt to your popcorn.

How many weight watcher points are in skinny pop popcorn? ›

Popcorn is one of the best Weight Watcher-friendly road trip snacks because its high volume compared to the calories it has. It's easily handheld, and you can munch for a while on a bag of it. Skinny Pop keeps the WW points low – just three per package. This is a great snack to share with the kiddos too.

Is Skinny Pop popcorn good for a low carb diet? ›

It's low in calories, tasty, and convenient. Skinny Pop has 7g of net carbs per small bag, making it pretty keto-friendly. So while it is lower in popcorn carbs,it's still best to substitute Skinny Pop for lower-carb snack options like beef jerky sticks, cucumbers, hard-boiled eggs, and nuts.

Is low fat popcorn a healthy snack? ›

Yes, popcorn is fun, but it's also healthy. Popcorn is a whole grain and a good source of fiber. And 3 cups of plain, air-popped popcorn weighs in at only about 95 calories.

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