Popchips facts for kids
Popchips are a popular snack that taste a lot like regular potato chips. But instead of being fried or baked, Popchips are made by 'popping' potatoes and corn. This happens when potato starch is cooked with high pressure and heat, similar to how puffed rice cakes are made. This process gives them a light, crispy texture.
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The Story of Popchips
Popchips were created in 2007 by Keith Belling and Patrick Turpin. They wanted to make a new kind of chip that was different from what was already out there. They came up with the idea of 'popping' potato and corn ingredients using high pressure and heat. This method made a new, tasty snack.
In 2015, David Ritterbush became the new CEO of Popchips.
Popchips in the Spotlight
Popchips quickly became well-known. In 2011, Forbes magazine even called Popchips one of America's most promising companies. Many famous people also invested in Popchips or helped promote them. These included actor Ashton Kutcher, baseball star David Ortiz, fitness expert Jillian Michaels, and music artist Sean Combs.
Famous Fans of Popchips
Ashton Kutcher was the first celebrity to support Popchips. He had many followers on Twitter, which helped spread the word about the brand. In 2012, singer Katy Perry also joined Popchips. She appeared in advertisements and even helped create her own special flavor, called Katy's Kettle Corn.
Awards for Popchips
Since 2007, Popchips has won several awards for its snacks. Here are some of them:
- Best Crispy Snack for Kids - IVillage
- Best Snack - Shape (magazine)
- Best Potato Chip - Men's Health (magazine)
- Outstanding Snack - sofi Awards
- Best Chips - Real Simple (magazine)
- Best Low Calorie Snack - Good Housekeeping (magazine)
- Best Crunchy Snack - Fitness (magazine)
- Best Chips - Health (magazine)
Where to Find Popchips
You can find Popchips in many retail stores around the world. These include popular stores like Target, Safeway, and Walgreens. Popchips are sold in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. You can also buy them online.
Popchips Flavors
Popchips come in many different flavors. Here are some of the popular ones:
Potato Flavors
- Sea Salt
- Sour Cream & Onion
- Barbeque
- Sea Salt & Vinegar
- Thai Sweet Chilli
- Mature Cheddar & Onion
Potato Ridges Flavors
- Crazy Hot
- Buffalo Ranch
- Cheddar and Sour Cream
Nutrition Facts
It's good to know what's in your snacks! Here's some basic nutritional information for Popchips:
- A regular bag of potato Popchips (about 1 ounce) has 120 calories.
- A regular bag of tortilla Popchips (about 1 ounce) also has 120 calories.
- Katy's Kettle Corn Popchips (about 1 ounce) have 130 calories.
