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Air-Popped Popcorn vs Plain Rice Cake: Which Costs More Calories?

Both foods can fit into a daily calorie budget, but one costs more. Compare the calorie price, budget damage, and smarter swaps.

Pricier Choice

Air-Popped Popcorn

$150

8% of daily budget

Lower Cost Choice

Plain Rice Cake

$35

2% of daily budget

Difference: $115

Calculations based on a 2,000 calorie daily budget. Set your personal budget on the calculator page.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has more calories, air-popped popcorn or plain rice cake?

Air-Popped Popcorn has more calories, at 150 compared to 35 for plain rice cake.

Which is cheaper from a calorie budget?

Plain Rice Cake is the cheaper choice, costing about $115 less from a $2,000 daily calorie budget.

What is a smart swap for air-popped popcorn?

Air-Popped Popcorn doesn't have a specific smart swap yet, but plain rice cake is already the lower-cost pick between the two.