PepsiCo Launched Fiber-Enriched Snacks in the United States

In March 2026, PepsiCo introduced fiber snacks in the United States under its brands, like Sunchips and SmartFood. The fiber snack includes two products: Smartfood FiberPop and Sunchipe Fiber. The snack products help consumers to enhance their intake of fiber. The products are high-fiber options and made using legumes & whole grains. The snack product supports nutritional goals and is a flavorful option. The products are free from artificial colors.

Introduction to Smartfood FiberPop

It is a popcorn-based snack and is a good source of fiber. The snack offers 10 grams of whole grains, 130 calories, and 6 grams of fiber in each serving. The snack is made without artificial flavor and is considered a better-for-you product. The snack is made using ingredients like soluble corn fiber, canola oil, soy lecithin, popcorn, rosemary extract, sugar, sea salt, and ascorbic acid. The snack is available in two flavors:

• Sweet and Salty Flavored Coated Popcorn:- The flavors are made up of prebiotic fiber, popcorn, and sunflower oil. It has a crunchy texture and offers savory & sweet flavor. It is suitable for on-the-go consumption.
• Toffee & Sea Salt Flavored Coated Popcorn:- The flavors also contain butter, natural flavors, brown sugar, buttermilk, and carob powder, along with basic ingredients. It offers sea salt and toffee flavor.

According to Towards Food and Beverages, the U.S. packaged food market size accounted for USD 1.76 trillion in 2025 and is predicted to increase from USD 1.84 trillion in 2026 to approximately USD 2.74 trillion by 2035, expanding at a CAGR of 4.53% from 2026 to 2035, due to the growing lifestyle changes and the increasing demand for portion-controlled options.

Introduction To SunChips Fiber

It is a multigrain chip item that offers 3 grams of fiber in each serving. The product is a convenient snack option and offers 16 grams of whole grains in each serving. It is a low-fat snack and is manufactured using black beans & whole grains. It has a wavy crunch and does not contain artificial colors. It is available in two different flavors:

• Spicy Jalapeno:- It offers jalapeno pepper taste and has a hearty crunch. It has a slightly greyish color, and its flavor comes from onion powder, garlic powder, jalapeno pepper powder, and sour cream.
• Southwestern Queso:- It is made using brown rice flour, whole corn, and black beans. It has a zesty cheddar taste and is a vegetarian snack. The snack is a healthy choice for the heart.

The packaged food adoption is growing in the United States due to the huge demand for ready-to-eat meals and the expansion of plant-based alternatives. Factors like growth in single-person households, increased popularity of fortified items, advancements in packaging, the explosion of delivery services, growing product innovation, higher demand for quick meal solutions, growth in plant-based dairy, and the move away from traditional cooking are responsible for the adoption of packaged food in the United States.

PepsiCo focuses on expanding its functional snack options and innovating sustainable packaging. The company aims to enhance purchase frequency. The company focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and reducing the use of virgin plastic.