Is caramel popcorn keto?

Caramel popcorn

Not keto No — caramel popcorn is not keto-friendly.

The candy coating turns a modest snack into a sugary one: about 21 g net carbs per ounce, versus 5 g in a cup of plain popcorn.

Nutrition per serving

1 oz · 28 g
Net carbs
21g
Calories
121kcal
Protein
1.1g
Fat
3.6g
Total carbs
22 g
Fiber
1.5 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 103%

About 6.8 g of caramel popcorn adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 24% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for caramel popcorn
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories121 kcal431 kcal
Total carbohydrate22 g79 g
Dietary fiber1.5 g5.2 g
Net carbs21 g74 g
Sugars 15 g 53 g
Protein1.1 g3.8 g
Fat3.6 g13 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is caramel popcorn keto?

No — caramel popcorn is not keto-friendly. The candy coating turns a modest snack into a sugary one: about 21 g net carbs per ounce, versus 5 g in a cup of plain popcorn.

How many net carbs are in caramel popcorn?

1 oz (28 g) of caramel popcorn has about 21 g net carbs (22 g total carbs minus 1.5 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 74 g net carbs.

How much caramel popcorn can I eat on keto?

About 6.8 g of caramel popcorn adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 24% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 103% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for caramel popcorn?

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #167552): Snacks, popcorn, caramel-coated, without peanuts. Net carbs = total carbohydrate − fiber. Rating: Not keto — More than about 10 g net carbs per typical serving. Swap it for a low-carb alternative. How we rate foods. Last reviewed October 18, 2026.

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