To choose a product labelled ‘low fat’, the exact variety must contain no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g, according to the European Commission. AH Popcorn zoet lists 4 g per 100 g. What’s more, the nutritional values for unpopped corn don’t automatically apply to the popcorn once it’s made.
You want popcorn to enjoy during the match and judge the exact variety by its fat content. A light texture or sweet flavour doesn’t, on its own, mean a product is ‘low fat’. For solid foods, the European Commission sets the limit for this claim at no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g.
You want to keep preparation to a minimum and are choosing between ready-to-eat popcorn and a microwave variety. Albert Heijn’s product information shows that these options differ in their ingredients and preparation.
You have time to make popcorn before the match and want to decide for yourself how much oil and seasoning to use. Voedingscentrum provides a recipe with measured ingredients.
First, check the nutritional information for the exact variety. Then decide whether portion size, preparation or control over the flavourings matters most for your Oranje match night.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this most important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Fat content and claims | Check the fat per 100 g for the exact variety. For solid foods, the European Commission sets the limit for the ‘low fat’ claim at no more than 3 g per 100 g. | If fat is your main concern during the match, check the specific flavour rather than relying on the name or texture. Around 36% of consumers say fat content is their top priority. |
| Energy, sugar and portion size | Compare energy and sugars per 100 g, then consider how much you serve yourself. Albert Heijn lists 419 kcal and 45 g of sugars per 100 g for AH Popcorn zoet; the label gives a serving size of 25 g. | If you also want to keep an eye on how much you eat, weigh your own portion rather than looking only at the values per 100 g. For around 29% of consumers, energy and portion size come first. |
| Preparation before kick-off | Check whether the popcorn is ready to eat or needs preparing. For AH Magnetron Popcorn Zout, Albert Heijn lists different timings depending on the microwave’s power; follow the instructions on the pack. | If you want to keep preparation to a minimum before the match, a ready-to-eat variety or one with clear pack instructions may fit your plans better. Convenience is the top priority for around 21% of consumers. |
| Controlling the flavourings yourself | Check the ingredients in the popcorn kernels and factor in the oil and seasonings in your recipe. Voedingscentrum’s recipe uses 50 g of popcorn kernels, 1 teaspoon of oil and 1 teaspoon of seasoning mix. | If you want to decide for yourself what to add, making popcorn from kernels takes time and measuring. Around 14% of consumers put control over the recipe and flavour first. |
Albert Heijn lists 4 g of fat, 45 g of sugars and 419 kcal per 100 g for AH Popcorn zoet. So one nutritional value doesn’t tell you the whole story.
Read the fat, sugars and energy values together, then decide which matters most to you.
The product values describe the corn as sold. When you prepare it, you add ingredients and the finished product changes.
Keep the corn and any additions separate, and don’t compare unpopped corn with ready-to-eat popcorn without taking the recipe and weights into account.
Factor the oil and seasonings into your shopping decision too; you’ll need to add and measure these yourself.
AH Magnetron Popcorn Zout lists 21 g of fat and 9.9 g of saturated fat per 100 g.
Treat the microwave as a preparation method, not a nutritional claim, and check the values on the exact pack.
Croky’s official range includes crisps, tortilla chips and Pop’d potatoes, among other products. A puffed potato snack isn’t proof that a product is popcorn.
Check the product description and ingredients before deciding whether a product is popcorn.
The own-label range includes ready-to-eat sweet and salted popcorn, microwave popcorn and organic popcorn kernels.
Jumbo Popcorn Maïs 500 g is suitable for making popcorn from kernels at home.
Lidl sells popcorn under its Snack Day own label; the product information lists a 200 g sea salt variety.
ALDI lists SUN SNACKS Zoute popcorn in a 100 g pack.
No. For solid foods, the European Commission sets the limit for the ‘low fat’ claim at no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g. AH Popcorn zoet lists 4 g of fat per 100 g, so it doesn’t meet that limit.
First compare the values per 100 g, then consider your own portion. Albert Heijn lists 45 g of sugars and 419 kcal per 100 g for AH Popcorn zoet, with 25 g given as a serving on the label.
Voedingscentrum provides a recipe using 50 g of popcorn kernels, 1 teaspoon of oil and 1 teaspoon of seasoning mix. Use a pan with a thick base and a well-fitting lid. Take it off the heat once most of the popping has stopped, then stir in the seasoning.
Follow the preparation instructions for the exact pack and your microwave’s power. For this variety, Albert Heijn advises staying by the microwave while the popcorn pops and opening the hot bag carefully because of the steam.
No. Always check the information on the exact pack. AH Biologisch Popcorn mais states: ‘May contain: cereals containing gluten, soya, wheat’.
