If you’re mainly looking for popcorn to snack on, compare the ingredients, portion size and nutritional information. If getting a specific amount of protein per portion is your priority, you could also consider a protein snack that isn’t popcorn. Under EU Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006, a food must get at least 20% of its energy from protein to be described as “high in protein”. Based on the figures provided by More Nutrition, More Chunky Popcorn contains 10 g of protein and 396 kcal per 100 g, which works out at around 10.1% of its energy from protein. A protein bar is therefore not simply an equivalent popcorn option, but a different choice with its own ingredients and allergens.
If you’re planning a snack for when you’re out and about, the amount of protein per portion matters more to you than the classic popcorn experience. A snack should always be considered in the context of the rest of your diet.
You’re looking for popcorn to snack on during a film, at work or to keep in the cupboard. As well as portion size, you’re interested in the sugar, fibre and protein figures.
You’re planning to shop at dm or Rossmann and want to check the ingredients, allergens and sweetener information for the specific product. If you’re shopping in store, its current stock is important too.
First decide whether you’re looking for popcorn itself or a stated amount of protein per portion. Then compare the nutritional information and ingredients for each type of snack.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters most to |
|---|---|---|
| Protein content | Compare protein and energy using the same basis, and check the amount of protein per portion too. Under EU Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006, at least 20% of a food’s energy must come from protein for it to be described as “high in protein”. | If I’m choosing a snack for its protein content, I want to know how much the portion I actually eat provides. This is the main priority for around 50% of consumers. |
| Popcorn and nutritional information | For popcorn, compare sugar, fibre, protein and energy per 100 g, as well as the portion size. | When I’m snacking, popcorn itself is what matters to me. I also don’t want to judge sugar and fibre based on the front of the pack alone. This is the top priority for around 30% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and where to shop | Check the allergen information, sweeteners and warnings on the specific product. If you’re shopping at a health and beauty retailer, check stock at your chosen store. | If certain ingredients aren’t suitable for me, I’ll check the label before deciding and plan my shopping accordingly. This is the main priority for around 20% of consumers. |
A protein figure in grams alone doesn’t meet the requirements for a “high in protein” claim. Under EU Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006, at least 20% of the energy value must come from protein.
Compare protein and energy on the same basis. Using the figures provided by More Nutrition, More Chunky Popcorn contains 10 g of protein and 396 kcal per 100 g, which works out at around 10.1% of its energy from protein.
A popcorn-flavoured bar is still a bar. Its portion size, ingredients and texture differ from a bag of popcorn.
Before comparing, decide whether you want popcorn to snack on or a clearly stated portion of protein.
According to dm, the Sportness protein bar with popcorn salted caramel flavour contains milk and soya. dm also warns that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.
Check the ingredients, allergen information and warnings on the specific variety before buying several packs.
A product page you can see online doesn’t tell you whether the snack you want is in stock at your local health and beauty store.
Select your chosen store and check its current stock information before you set off.
More Chunky Popcorn is an option if you want to check the nutritional information for a savoury snack without choosing it simply for its protein content.
The protein bar with popcorn salted caramel flavour is an alternative for anyone who values the stated protein content more than having popcorn itself.
Heimatgut Organic Sweet Popcorn is worth considering if you’re looking for classic popcorn to keep in the cupboard, rather than a product chosen for a protein claim.
This selection features portion-sized alternatives for your snack cupboard if you’re open to something other than popcorn. Neither product is popcorn. To compare protein content, check the nutritional information on the specific pack.
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A portion-sized alternative for when you’re out and about and don’t need a popcorn snack. The pack contains three 35 g portions.
Check the protein per portion, along with the ingredients, allergens and sweeteners on the specific pack.
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A paprika-flavoured flips snack for when popcorn isn’t a must. The pack contains six 50 g bags.
Compare the nutritional information per bag and check the ingredients of the specific variety.
Under EU Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006, at least 20% of its energy value must come from protein. The protein figure in grams alone doesn’t answer this question.
Based on the figures provided by More Nutrition—10 g of protein and 396 kcal per 100 g—More Chunky Popcorn gets around 10.1% of its energy from protein. It therefore falls short of the EU threshold of 20% for a “high in protein” claim. You can still decide whether it suits you as a popcorn snack by checking the ingredients, portion size and nutritional information.
Only if a portion-sized protein snack matters more to you than having popcorn itself. According to dm, the Sportness bar with popcorn salted caramel flavour contains 30 g of protein per 100 g, which works out at 12 g per 40 g bar. It also contains milk and soya. dm warns that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.
No. The Verbraucherzentrale explains that even competitive athletes can meet their protein requirements with everyday foods that are high in protein. So choosing a snack isn’t just about seeing the word “protein” on the pack; it’s about how its portion fits into the rest of your diet.