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Small, puffy, golden-yellow potato snacks shaped like bears, with lightly dimpled surfaces and a fine dusting of seasoning, scattered on a plain plate.
⚡High Potassium
Intersnack· all products

Pombären Calories

Potato snack, sunflower oil, bear-shaped, children's snack

CALORIES · 100 G

520kcal

GI

65high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

600mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.5g

Quick answer

1 pack (small) of Pombären (25 g) has 130 calories. That works out to 520 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.3 g of carbs, 1.1 g of protein, 7 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 1.1 mg of Vitamin E covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Pombären Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 pack (small) · 25 g

130

KCAL / 25G

Carbs

15.3g

· 6% DV

Protein

1.1g

· 2% DV

Fat

7g

· 9% DV

Fiber

0.6g

· 2% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 48% · Protein 3% · Fat 49%

Pombären nutrition facts table · 1 pack (small) (25 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories130 kcal
Total fat7 g9%
Saturated fat0.63 g3%
Trans fat0.03 g
Sodium225 mg10%
Total carbohydrate15.3 g6%
Fiber0.6 g2%
Protein1.1 g2%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 1 Small Pack of Pombären?

ServingAmountCalories
1 pack (small)25 g130 kcal
1 piece (mini)2 g10 kcal
1 cup (small)20 g104 kcal
1 serving (medium)30 g156 kcal
1 cup (large)40 g208 kcal
1 pack (medium)50 g260 kcal
1 serving (large)50 g260 kcal
1 pack (large)75 g390 kcal
100 g100 g520 kcal

Calculated from 520 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pombären

What are Pombären?

Pombären are bear-shaped, crunchy potato snacks made as a packaged snack food. Their playful shape sets them apart from ordinary potato crisps, while their mild savory flavor makes them easy to eat on their own.

Do Pombären contain real potato?

Yes. Pombären are made from a potato-based mixture, rather than being whole potato slices. Sunflower oil and seasonings are also used, and the exact ingredients can vary between flavors and markets.

Why are Pombären shaped like bears?

Pombären have a bear shape as a distinctive, child-friendly feature of the brand. The shape makes the snack recognizable and playful, but it does not make the product nutritionally different from other potato snacks.

Are Pombären baked or fried?

Pombären are baked rather than deep-fried. They still contain sunflower oil, so “baked” does not mean oil-free; it describes how the shaped potato snack is cooked.

Are Pombären a healthier alternative to potato chips?

Not necessarily. Pombären are baked and have a different texture from sliced potato chips, but they remain a salty, packaged potato snack. Choosing them instead of chips does not automatically make a snack more nutritious.

What do Pombären taste like?

Pombären have a light, crunchy texture and a mild savory potato taste. Flavored versions can taste different, so the seasoning—not just the bear shape—determines whether a particular pack is more strongly seasoned.

Can you serve Pombären with a dip?

Yes. Pombären can be served with a dip, such as plain yogurt dip, as a party snack. Since the snacks are already seasoned, a mild dip usually complements them without making the overall serving too salty.

How do you keep Pombären crunchy after opening the pack?

Close the opened Pombären pack tightly or transfer the snacks to an airtight container, then keep them somewhere cool and dry. Exposure to air and moisture makes them lose their crunch.

Can you make Pombären at home?

You can make a homemade bear-shaped potato snack with potato starch or mashed potato and bake it, but it will not be an exact copy. The commercial snack’s uniform, airy crunch is difficult to reproduce in a home kitchen.

Are Pombären suitable for toddlers?

Pombären are hard and crunchy, so they may be a choking risk for very young children. For toddlers, choose age-appropriate textures and supervise eating; the snack is better treated as an occasional option than a regular staple.

Pombären Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin E

1.13mg · 8% DV

B3

0.3mg · 2% DV

B6

0.03mg · 2% DV

B1

0.02mg · 2% DV

Minerals

Sodium

225mg · 10% DV

Potassium ⭐

150mg · 4% DV

Phosphorus

20mg · 3% DV

Copper

0.02mg · 2% DV

Pombären Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

65
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

10
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Pombären

To burn the 130 calories in 1 pack (small) (25 g):

🚶

32min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

13min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

18min

Cycling

🏊

15min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Pombären?

Pombären is a German packaged potato snack shaped like little bears, made from a potato-based mixture and sunflower oil. Its light, crisp texture and gently savoury taste make it an easy snack straight from the packet. In Germany it is often enjoyed between meals, packed for outings or offered to children; elsewhere, it can be served much the same way, including alongside a cup of tea.

It is mainly a source of carbohydrates and fat, with relatively little protein. A 100 g portion provides 520 calories, so a small pack is a handy way to keep the serving modest. Pair it with fruit or yoghurt if you want a more substantial snack.

How Nutritious Is Pombären?

Nutrient density

Low

10/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Low

19/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Is Pombären Processed?

NOVA 4

Ultra-Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Pombären Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Pombären Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

— Not suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Pombären Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.63g

MONOUNSATURATED

2.13g

POLYUNSATURATED

2g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 62.7:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (62.7:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.