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Cheetos Puffs Calories
Cheese-flavored puffed corn snack, high in sodium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 ounce (small) of Cheetos Puffs (28 g) has 160 calories. That works out to 571 calories per 100 g. It contains 16 g of carbs, 2 g of protein, 10 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 59.9 mg of Phosphorus covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Cheetos Puffs Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 ounce (small) · 28 g
160
KCAL / 28G
Carbs
16g
· 6% DV
Protein
2g
· 4% DV
Fat
10g
· 13% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 40% · Protein 5% · Fat 55%
Cheetos Puffs nutrition facts table · 1 ounce (small) (28 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 160 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 1.51 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 300 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2 g | 4% |
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 oz of Cheetos Puffs?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 9 g | 51 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 14 g | 80 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 28 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 28 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 28 g | 160 kcal |
| 3 cup (triple) | 42 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 42 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 56 g | 320 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 571 kcal |
Calculated from 571 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cheetos Puffs
What are Cheetos Puffs made of?
Cheetos Puffs are made from puffed cornmeal coated with a cheese-flavored seasoning. The coating gives them their distinctive cheesy taste and orange color; ingredients can vary between markets and product versions.
Are Cheetos Puffs baked or fried?
Common versions of Cheetos Puffs are cooked using oil rather than baked in an oven. Their airy, expanded shape comes from processing the corn base, which gives them a softer bite than crunchy corn snacks.
What is the difference between Cheetos Puffs and Crunchy Cheetos?
Cheetos Puffs are light and airy, while Crunchy Cheetos are denser and have a firmer crunch. Both are cheese-flavored corn snacks, but their shapes and textures make them noticeably different to eat.
Do Cheetos Puffs contain real cheese?
Yes, the cheese seasoning in Cheetos Puffs can include cheese or ingredients derived from milk, rather than relying only on artificial cheese flavor. The exact seasoning ingredients vary by product version and country.
Why do Cheetos Puffs turn your fingers orange?
The cheese-flavored coating on Cheetos Puffs rubs off onto your fingers, including its orange coloring. It is a surface coating, so washing your hands removes the color.
Why do Cheetos Puffs melt in your mouth?
Cheetos Puffs do not literally melt; their porous, airy corn structure breaks apart and softens quickly when chewed. That texture makes them seem to disappear faster than a dense, crunchy snack.
Are Cheetos Puffs bad for you?
Cheetos Puffs are a salty, energy-dense snack, so they are better as an occasional treat than an everyday staple. Regularly replacing more nourishing foods with salty snacks can make it harder to keep a balanced diet.
How do you keep Cheetos Puffs fresh after opening?
Seal Cheetos Puffs in an airtight container or tightly closed bag and keep them in a cool, dry place. Exposure to air and moisture quickly makes the puffs stale and less crisp.
Can dogs eat Cheetos Puffs?
No, Cheetos Puffs are not a suitable treat for dogs. Their salt, fat, and cheese seasoning offer no benefit for dogs, so choose a dog-safe treat instead; contact a veterinarian if your dog ate a large amount and seems unwell.
Can you make Cheetos Puffs at home?
Yes, you can make a similar cheese-flavored puffed corn snack at home with cornmeal and seasoning. It will not usually have the same light, uniform texture as Cheetos Puffs, which are made using commercial processing equipment.
Cheetos Puffs Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
59.92µg · 7% DV
Vitamin E
0.5mg · 3% DV
B12
0.06µg · 3% DV
B3
0.31mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
300mg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
60mg · 9% DV
Calcium
50mg · 5% DV
Selenium
1.68µg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
40mg · 1% DV
Cheetos Puffs Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cheetos Puffs
To burn the 160 calories in 1 ounce (small) (28 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 Cheetos Puffs?
Cheetos Puffs are airy, puffed corn snacks coated with a cheese-flavoured seasoning. They are ready to eat straight from the bag and are commonly enjoyed as a casual snack in the United States, where the Cheetos brand originated, as well as in many other countries. Their texture is light and crisp, with a savoury, salty cheese taste; they are more of a between-meal nibble than a substantial side dish.
They are energy-dense, with 571 calories per 100 g, and much of that energy comes from fat and carbohydrates. If you want to keep the snack modest, pour a small portion into a bowl rather than eating from the bag. Fresh fruit or raw vegetables make a refreshing contrast to their rich, salty flavour.
How Nutritious Is Cheetos Puffs?
Nutrient density
Low
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
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 Cheetos 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 Cheetos Puffs Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cheetos 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
Cheetos Puffs Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.51g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.46g
Omega 6:3 ratio 79.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (79.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.