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Cheetos Canister
Snacks, Chips & Dips
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Cheetos Canister

Cheetos
3.63 oz
Available at Foodtown
160
Calories
2g
Protein
2g
Sugars
200mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
49
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Cheetos Canister, a 3.63 oz portable tub, sits in the snack aisle among chips, cheese puffs, and party-size munchies, often perched on eye-level shelves or impulse endcaps near sodas and party supplies. It reads as a grab-and-go treat for last-minute social planning, movie nights, tailgates, and kids after-school snacks. The brand leans into playful, youthful energy: loud orange graphics, a cheeky mascot, and copy that sells bold flavor and fun rather than nutrition. Packaging favors a resealable plastic canister that preserves crunch and makes on-the-go sharing convenient. The eating experience is immediately sensory — light, aerated corn puffs with a powdery, bright yellow-orange dust that leaves a tactile residue on fingers and a savory, cheesy umami hit on the tongue. Rituals include popping it open during couch gatherings, pouring into a bowl at parties, or the childhood habit of licking fingers to savor the cheese dust. Labeling emphasizes indulgence and flavor; you will see vivid color, playful typography, and snack-focused claims rather than health or sustainability certifications. There is no organic seal, and ingredient statements reveal refined corn, added oils, flavor enhancers, whey derivatives, maltodextrin, MSG, and artificial color. In plain terms, this is a highly processed packaged snack designed for flavor, convenience, and shelf stability rather than minimal processing or whole ingredients. Its cultural place is as a nostalgic, inexpensive American snack staple marketed toward kids, teens, and anyone seeking a crunchy, intensely flavored treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 63
Servings per Container: 3.5
Calories160
% Daily Value*
Total Fat10g13%
Saturated Fat1.5g8%
Sodium200mg9%
Total Carbohydrate16g6%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars2g
Protein2g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Enriched, Corn, Meal, (Corn, Meal,, Ferrous, Sulfate,, Niacin,, Thiamin, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid),, Vegetable, Oil, (Corn,, Canola,, and/or, Sunflower, Oil),, Whey,, Cheddar, Cheese, (Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Salt,, Corn, Maltodextrin,, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavors,, Whey, Protein, Concentrate,, Monosodium, Glutamate,, Lactic, Acid,, Citric, Acid,, and, Artificial, Color, (Yellow, 6)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Canola - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Corn - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Sunflower - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Monosodium Glutamate - Processed emulsifier
  • Yellow 6 - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial ingredients and additives such as maltodextrin, artificial color, flavor enhancers, and refined oils, and is manufactured into a ready-to-eat snack, consistent with an ultra-processed food classification.

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Common Questions about Cheetos Canister

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! Cheetos Canister packs a decent crunch with 160 calories per serving, but it's not exactly a nutrient powerhouse. It's more of a fun snack, so if you’re looking for a balance in your diet, enjoy them in moderation alongside more nutrient-dense foods.

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
back-to-school

Vibe:

nostalgicindulgentconvenient
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