Cheese Puffs, 7 OZ
What You Should Know
You'll find this bright bag in the snack aisle, in party bowls, or tossed in a picnic cooler — an airy, intensely cheesy puff that reads as easy, nostalgic indulgence. The uniform crunch and concentrated cheese taste come from industrial processing (extrusion, refined high‑oleic oils, added "natural flavors" and antioxidants), signaling a highly processed snack rather than a whole‑food product.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
YELLOW, CORN, MEAL, EXPELLER, PRESSED, HIGH, OLEIC, OIL, (SUNFLOWER,, SAFFLOWER, AND/OR, CANOLA), AGED, CHEDDAR, CHEESE, (PASTEURIZED, MILK,, SALT,, ANNATTO, EXTRACT, [FOR, COLOR],, CHEESE, CULTURES,, ENZYMES), WHEY, BUTTERMILK, SALT, BUTTER, BLUE, CHEESE, (PASTEURIZED, MILK,, SALT,, CHEESE, CULTURES,, ENZYMES), LACTIC, ACID, NATURAL, FLAVORS, ANNATTO, AND, PAPRIKA, EXTRACTS, (FOR, COLOR), TOCOPHEROLS, (ANTIOXIDANTS, TO, PRESERVE, FRESHNESS)..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •High Oleic Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •Sunflower - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •Safflower - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •Canola - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •Annatto - Artificial coloring
- •Paprika - Artificial coloring
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Ingredients list and likely manufacturing (extruded cornmeal, refined vegetable oils, aged/processed cheese components, "natural flavors" and preservatives like tocopherols) indicate formulation and processing typical of NOVA 4 ultra‑processed foods.
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Common Questions about Cheese Puffs, 7 OZ
The Cheese Puffs can be a fun snack option, especially if you're looking for something crunchy and cheesy. At 150 calories per serving, they're not particularly high in nutrients, but they can fit into a balanced diet when enjoyed in moderation. Just remember, 'healthy' can mean different things to different people — it's all about context!