popchips Sweet Heat Have 50% Less Fat Than Fried Chips
Michael Hemsworth — March 21, 2025 — Lifestyle
References: popchips & snackandbakery
The popchips Sweet Heat snack product is the brand's latest flavor that's crafted with sweet and spicy (swicy) taste profiles in the mix to work well for consumers seeking out a convenient, satisfying option this season.
The snack starts off with the brand's signature popped potato recipe that features 50% less fat than fried chips, while also being Non-GMO Project Verified, certified gluten-free and vegan-friendly. The snack is covered with a sweet, spicy seasoning that offers a balance between the two tastes that doesn't fall too far onto either side.
The popchips Sweet Heat snack product is headed to more than 2,700 Kroger and Kroger banner retailers this April, and targeted the product category focused on indulgence and health consciousness.
Image Credit: Popchips
The snack starts off with the brand's signature popped potato recipe that features 50% less fat than fried chips, while also being Non-GMO Project Verified, certified gluten-free and vegan-friendly. The snack is covered with a sweet, spicy seasoning that offers a balance between the two tastes that doesn't fall too far onto either side.
The popchips Sweet Heat snack product is headed to more than 2,700 Kroger and Kroger banner retailers this April, and targeted the product category focused on indulgence and health consciousness.
Image Credit: Popchips
Trend Themes
1. Swicy Flavor Innovation - Combining sweet and spicy flavors, the 'swicy' trend is captivating consumers who crave unique taste experiences in snack foods.
2. Health-conscious Indulgence - Consumers are increasingly seeking snack options that deliver both indulgent flavors and health benefits, creating opportunities for innovative product reformulations.
3. Non-gmo and Vegan Snacking - Snacks featuring Non-GMO and vegan certifications are appealing to a growing demographic that values transparency and dietary restrictions.
Industry Implications
1. Snack Foods - The snack food industry can leverage the rising popularity of 'swicy' flavors to introduce new products that combine sweet and spicy elements.
2. Health and Wellness - The trend towards health-conscious indulgence aligns with consumer interest in nutritious products that don't compromise on taste.
3. Retail and Distribution - Expanding distribution channels to large retail chains, like Kroger, provides opportunities to capture a broad consumer base eager for healthy snacks.
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