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Buttered 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

Buttered Popcorn

$190

10% of daily budget

Lower Cost Choice

Plain Rice Cake

$35

2% of daily budget

Difference: $155

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, buttered popcorn or plain rice cake?

Buttered Popcorn has more calories, at 190 compared to 35 for plain rice cake.

Which is cheaper from a calorie budget?

Plain Rice Cake is the cheaper choice, costing about $155 less from a $2,000 daily calorie budget.

What is a smart swap for buttered popcorn?

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