Buttered popcorn

Buttered popcorn is a beloved snack made from dried corn kernels that are heated until they pop, then typically tossed with melted butter and salt. Originating in the Americas, it has become a global staple, especially at movie theaters and carnivals.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This snack is primarily a source of carbohydrates and fat, with a typical serving (about 3 cups) containing around 150-200 calories. It provides some dietary fiber and antioxidants like polyphenols, but is often high in sodium.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	93 kcal
Protein	1 g
Carbs	15 g
Fat	3.5 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	0.2 g
Sodium	200 mg
Potassium	35 mg
Magnesium	10 mg
Phosphorus	25 mg
Zinc	0.3 mg
Iron	0.4 mg
Manganese	0.2 mg
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)	0.8 mg
Vitamin B6	0.02 mg

Per 1 cup popped (8 g kernels, ~30 g popped) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's synonymous with the cinema experience and was one of the first foods to be successfully packaged for mass sale. Nutritionally, the whole-grain corn kernel offers more antioxidants than many fruits and vegetables when unadulterated.