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Sour cream chickpea puffs Calories
Crunchy chickpea-based puff snack with sour cream flavor
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 pack (mini) of Sour cream chickpea puffs (30 g) has 146 calories. That works out to 485 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.8 g of carbs, 5.4 g of protein, 6.3 g of fat and 2.4 g of fiber. Its 72 mg of Phosphorus covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Sour cream chickpea puffs Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 pack (mini) · 30 g
146
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
16.8g
· 6% DV
Protein
5.4g
· 11% DV
Fat
6.3g
· 8% DV
Fiber
2.4g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 15% · Fat 39%
Sour cream chickpea puffs nutrition facts table · 1 pack (mini) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 146 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.3 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.17 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 186 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.8 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% |
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% |
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 Mini Pack of Sour cream chickpea puffs?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 pack (mini) | 30 g | 146 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 20 g | 97 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 25 g | 121 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 30 g | 146 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 35 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 45 g | 218 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 50 g | 243 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 60 g | 291 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 70 g | 340 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 485 kcal |
Calculated from 485 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sour cream chickpea puffs
Are sour cream chickpea puffs healthy?
Sour cream chickpea puffs are an ultra-processed snack, not the same as eating whole chickpeas. Their chickpea base provides protein and fibre, but the puffed, flavoured product is best treated as a snack rather than a staple food.
What are sour cream chickpea puffs made of?
Sour cream chickpea puffs are made with a chickpea-based puff and sour cream flavouring. Other ingredients help create the texture and seasoning, and recipes vary by brand, so the ingredient list is the best source for the exact formulation.
Are sour cream chickpea puffs the same as roasted chickpeas?
No. Sour cream chickpea puffs are light, shaped snack puffs, while roasted chickpeas are whole chickpeas cooked until crisp. They differ in texture and preparation, and roasted chickpeas do not have the same airy crunch.
Do sour cream chickpea puffs actually contain sour cream?
Not necessarily. “Sour cream” may describe the flavour rather than mean that the snack contains actual sour cream. Check the ingredient information on the pack to see which ingredients give it that flavour.
How should you store sour cream chickpea puffs after opening?
Keep sour cream chickpea puffs in a tightly sealed pack or airtight container in a cool, dry place. Exposure to air and moisture can make them lose their crunch; discard them if their smell or texture seems spoiled.
Can you make sour cream chickpea puffs at home?
You can make a chickpea-based snack at home, but matching the airy texture of sour cream chickpea puffs is difficult. Roasting chickpeas with seasoning is a practical alternative, though it produces a crunchy whole-chickpea snack, not a puff.
Are sour cream chickpea puffs good for weight loss?
Sour cream chickpea puffs are not a weight-loss food. Their crunchy texture makes them easy to eat quickly, so portioning some into a bowl instead of snacking straight from the pack can help you keep track of how much you have.
Do sour cream chickpea puffs raise blood sugar?
Yes, sour cream chickpea puffs can raise blood sugar because they contain carbohydrates. A chickpea base does not prevent that effect; if you have diabetes, consider your portion and your own response when planning a snack.
What can you eat with sour cream chickpea puffs?
Sour cream chickpea puffs work on their own or alongside a dip such as plain yogurt dip. For a more substantial snack, serve them with fresh vegetables rather than treating the puffs as a meal.
Are sour cream chickpea puffs filling?
They may help you feel satisfied for a while because chickpeas contribute protein and fibre. However, their light, easy-to-eat texture means sour cream chickpea puffs are better considered a snack than a filling meal.
Sour cream chickpea puffs Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Folate
25.5µg · 6% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
Biotin
1.2µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
72mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Sodium
186mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
123mg · 4% DV
Sour cream chickpea puffs Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sour cream chickpea puffs
To burn the 146 calories in 1 pack (mini) (30 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Sour cream chickpea puffs?
Sour cream chickpea puffs are a packaged, crunchy snack made by puffing a chickpea-based mixture and seasoning it with sour cream flavour. They have a light, airy crunch, with a mild savoury tang rather than the texture of whole roasted chickpeas.
They work as a quick snack at home, on the go or alongside a sandwich, and are an easy option to share during a film or casual gathering. Chickpeas give them some protein and fibre; they contain 18 g of protein per 100 g. Since the flavour is rich and the puffs are easy to keep eating, portioning out a small serving and pairing it with fresh vegetables makes for a more balanced snack.
How Nutritious Is Sour cream chickpea puffs?
Nutrient density
Medium
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
Medium
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 Sour cream chickpea puffs 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 Sour cream chickpea puffs Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Sour cream chickpea puffs 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
Sour cream chickpea puffs Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.17g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.43g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.56g
Omega 6:3 ratio 72:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (72:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.