Corn Pops facts for kids
Corn Pops is a popular breakfast cereal made by Kellogg's. Kellogg's describes it as a "crunchy sweetened popped-up corn cereal." This cereal is known for getting stale faster than other cereals. Because of this, it comes in a special type of bag to keep it fresh longer.
Corn Pops first came out in 1951. It was originally called Sugar Pops. Later, its name changed to Sugar Corn Pops. Then, it became "Corn Pops." In 2006, Kellogg's tried changing the name to just Pops. But people didn't like it much, so after a few months, it went back to being Corn Pops. In 2007, a new flavor called "Peanut Butter Pops" was introduced.
What's in Corn Pops?
Corn Pops are mostly made from corn. They also contain sugar, corn syrup, and a little salt. The cereal has added vitamins and minerals. These include vitamin C, B vitamins, iron, and zinc. A small amount of oil is also used.
Fun Facts About Corn Pops
- Many old TV commercials for Corn Pops used music from the famous movie Jaws.
- A well-known slogan for the cereal is "Gotta have my pops."
- For many years, the mascot was "Sugar Pops Pete." He was a furry cowboy character.
- In the early 1980s, a female porcupine named "Poppy" was the mascot. She carried a yellow suitcase. Inside was everything for a complete breakfast.
- Today, the box says "Big Yellow Taste." This is interesting because "yellow" is a color, not a flavor!
Corn Pops in Canada vs. USA
- Corn Pops look different in Canada and the United States. Canadian Corn Pops are round. American Corn Pops are flatter and longer.
- The taste and texture are also different. Many people say the American version is sweeter. Canadian Corn Pops are more like Kix cereal.
- Both Canadian and American Corn Pops do not contain trans-fat.
Old Slogans
- Sugar Corn Pops Are Tops! (before the 1980s)
- Gotta get... POPS! (1981 - 1988)
- Gotta have my pops. (1988 - 2000)
- It's hard to stop when it's pops. (1995 - 1999)
