Data last updated: April 2026

Butter vs Popcorn

Nutrition Comparison per 100g

Butter 2
vs
7 Popcorn

Dairy & Eggs vs Snacks

Side-by-Side Nutrition Facts

Nutrient Butter Popcorn Better
Calories 717kcal 387kcal Popcorn
Protein 0.9g 12.9g Popcorn
Total Fat 81.1g 4.5g Popcorn
Carbohydrates 0.1g 77.8g Popcorn
Fiber 0g 14.5g Popcorn
Sugar 0.1g 0.9g Butter
Vitamin C 0mg 0mg Tie
Calcium 24mg 7mg Butter
Iron 0mg 3.2mg Popcorn
Potassium 24mg 329mg Popcorn

Macronutrient Breakdown

Butter

Protein: 0.9g Fat: 81.1g Carbs: 0.1g

Popcorn

Protein: 12.9g Fat: 4.5g Carbs: 77.8g

Data Source

Nutrition data sourced from the USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy database. All values are per 100g of the food item. Actual nutritional content may vary by preparation method, brand, and serving size.

Butter vs Popcorn — Key Takeaway

Popcorn has 330 fewer calories per 100g than Butter, making it the lighter option. For protein, Popcorn leads with 12.9g per 100g. Popcorn is the better source of fiber at 14.5g per 100g.

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