For a street festival, ready-to-eat popcorn is the best choice if you want a snack you can take along without any preparation. To check whether it meets your preferred fat content, look at the figures per 100 g rather than the wording on the front of the pack. Popcorn kernels give you more control over oil, sugar and salt, but you’ll need to prepare them before setting off and pack them in a dry container. The fat content of the dry kernels won’t necessarily match that of the finished popcorn.
If you’re looking for a low fat content, compare the figures per 100 g. Lebensmittelklarheit defines ‘low fat’ for solid foods as no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g. For ‘reduced fat’, it’s also important to check what the product is being compared with.
If you’re making popcorn for several people before the festival, you can control how much oil, sugar and salt you add. You’ll need time to prepare and cool it, as well as dry packaging for the journey.
If you won’t have access to any equipment while you’re out, you can take ready-to-eat popcorn with you and enjoy it straight from the pack. Check the nutritional information for the specific variety, as recipes can differ considerably in their fat and sugar content.
First, decide whether you can prepare the popcorn before the festival or need something ready to eat. Then compare the nutritional information per 100 g for the options you’re considering.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Fat content | Check the fat per 100 g; for ‘reduced fat’, also check what the product is being compared with. | I want a clearly stated fat content, rather than packaging that simply makes the product look light. For around 38% of shoppers, this verifiable figure comes first. |
| Preparing it yourself | Check whether you can prepare the popcorn kernels before setting off and what ingredients you’ll need to add. | I want to control how much oil, sugar and salt I add for our group, even if that means preparing it in advance. Having that control is the top priority for around 23% of shoppers. |
| Ready to eat | Choose a ready-to-eat option in packaging that’s suitable for taking with you. | I want a snack that’s ready to eat on the go, with no heating needed, and easy to take along. This is a priority for around 23% of shoppers. |
| Other ingredients | As well as fat, check the sugar and salt content, ingredients list and, if needed, allergen information. | When sharing with others, I want to know whether the sweetness, seasoning and ingredients suit the group. Around 16% of shoppers prioritise these checks. |
‘Reduced fat’ describes how a product compares with another; on its own, it doesn’t tell you the absolute fat content. Lebensmittelklarheit defines ‘low fat’ for solid foods as no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g.
If the absolute figure matters to you, check the fat per 100 g. If the product is labelled reduced fat, also look at what it’s being compared with.
The instructions for Seeberger popcorn kernels listed by REWE call for oil in the pan. So the figures for the dry kernels won’t necessarily reflect the prepared portion.
When planning, factor in oil and toppings too. Alternatively, follow the instructions for a method that’s suitable for preparing popcorn without adding extra fat.
A tub may be convenient for sharing, but it doesn’t tell you anything about the fat or sugar content. REWE lists one Snackline sweet popcorn tub as containing 19,1 g of fat and 31,3 g of sugar per 100 g.
Consider how easy it is to transport and the portion size separately from the nutritional information for the specific variety.
Popcorn kernels can also carry ‘may contain’ warnings, and prepared varieties may include other ingredients. The Seeberger popcorn kernels covered in the research carry a warning that they may contain traces of tree nuts and peanuts.
If you’re buying popcorn for a group, check the ingredients list and warnings on the specific pack before choosing a variety.
Seeberger popcorn kernels are an option if you want to prepare the popcorn yourself before the festival.
The REWE range includes ready-to-eat popcorn, microwave popcorn and popcorn kernels, offering different ways to prepare it.
The REWE popcorn range includes Heimatgut varieties that are both ready to eat and suitable for microwave preparation.
No. ‘Reduced fat’ refers to a comparison product, while ‘low fat’ describes an absolute fat content. Lebensmittelklarheit defines ‘low fat’ for solid foods as no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g. If a product claims to be reduced fat, also check what it’s being compared with.
Compare the fat, sugar and salt per 100 g when weighing up different varieties or pack sizes. The nutritional information also includes energy, saturated fat, carbohydrate and protein. You can also use the figures per portion to help you work out the amount you’re actually planning to eat.
No. The fat content of dry kernels doesn’t necessarily reflect that of the finished popcorn. The instructions for Seeberger popcorn kernels listed by REWE use oil, and the fat content of the prepared portion also depends on the ingredients you add.
Before choosing a variety for the group, check the ingredients list and allergen information on the pack of each specific product. The Seeberger popcorn kernels described here may contain traces of tree nuts and peanuts; other recipes need to be checked individually.