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Cheetos Shots Cheese Calories
Cheese-flavored corn snack, energy-dense processed food
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 pack (mini) of Cheetos Shots Cheese (28 g) has 152 calories. That works out to 543 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.9 g of carbs, 2.3 g of protein, 9.2 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 50.4 mg of Phosphorus covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Cheetos Shots Cheese Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 pack (mini) · 28 g
152
KCAL / 28G
Carbs
14.9g
· 5% DV
Protein
2.3g
· 5% DV
Fat
9.2g
· 12% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 39% · Protein 6% · Fat 55%
Cheetos Shots Cheese nutrition facts table · 1 pack (mini) (28 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 152 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.2 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.58 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 218 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14.9 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% |
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 Cheetos Shots Cheese?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 pack (mini) | 28 g | 152 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 18 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 22 g | 119 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 28 g | 152 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 163 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 44 g | 239 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 45 g | 244 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 272 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 65 g | 353 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 543 kcal |
Calculated from 543 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cheetos Shots Cheese
What are Cheetos Shots Cheese?
Cheetos Shots Cheese are crunchy, corn-based snack pieces coated with cheese flavoring. They are ready to eat straight from the pack, so you do not need to cook or prepare them.
Do Cheetos Shots Cheese contain real cheese?
Not necessarily in the way the name might suggest: Cheetos Shots Cheese are cheese-flavored, and the flavor may come from a seasoning blend rather than a large amount of cheese. Ingredients can vary between markets.
Are Cheetos Shots Cheese spicy?
No, Cheetos Shots Cheese are marketed for their cheese flavor, not as a hot or chili-flavored snack. They may taste strongly seasoned, but they are not the usual choice if you want real heat.
Why are Cheetos Shots Cheese called “Shots”?
“Shots” is the product name for this Cheetos variety, rather than a reference to a drink or serving of alcohol. The pieces are bite-sized, which makes them easy to snack on directly from the bag.
How are Cheetos Shots Cheese different from regular Cheetos?
Cheetos Shots Cheese are a distinct Cheetos variety, with a different shape and a cheese-focused flavor. The exact comparison depends on which regular Cheetos product you mean, since the brand sells several shapes and flavors.
How should you store Cheetos Shots Cheese after opening?
Keep Cheetos Shots Cheese in an airtight container or tightly reseal the bag, then store it somewhere cool and dry. Exposure to air and moisture can make the pieces lose their crunch.
Can you use Cheetos Shots Cheese as a topping?
Yes, you can crush Cheetos Shots Cheese and scatter them over foods such as macaroni or a baked casserole for a crunchy, cheesy-flavored topping. Add them near serving time so they do not soften.
Are Cheetos Shots Cheese healthy?
Cheetos Shots Cheese are best treated as an occasional snack, not a nutritious everyday staple. They are an energy-dense, ultra-processed corn snack, so a portion of fruit, nuts, or yogurt is a more nourishing regular option.
Can people with diabetes eat Cheetos Shots Cheese?
People with diabetes can include Cheetos Shots Cheese in some meal plans, but the corn-based carbohydrates may affect blood glucose. Portion size and meal timing matter, so ask your diabetes care team how to fit them in.
Are Cheetos Shots Cheese addictive?
Cheetos Shots Cheese are not known to cause a clinical addiction. Their crunchy texture and strong savory flavor can make them easy to keep eating, so portioning some into a bowl may help you avoid mindless snacking.
Cheetos Shots Cheese Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B3
0.5mg · 3% DV
B5
0.13mg · 3% DV
Folate
9.8µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
218mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
50mg · 7% DV
Calcium
31mg · 3% DV
Selenium
1.68µg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
48mg · 1% DV
Cheetos Shots Cheese Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cheetos Shots Cheese
To burn the 152 calories in 1 pack (mini) (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 Shots Cheese?
Cheetos Shots Cheese is a packaged corn snack made up of small, puffed pieces with a cheese-style flavour. It is crisp and savoury, and is usually eaten straight from the pack as a casual snack—at home, on the go, or shared with friends. In many places, it also fits easily into a lunchbox or a spread of snacks for a gathering.
Its energy comes largely from carbohydrates and fat: 100 g provides 543 kcal, so a small portion may be enough if you want a lighter snack. Try it alongside fresh fruit or a simple sandwich rather than treating it as a meal on its own.
How Nutritious Is Cheetos Shots Cheese?
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
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 Cheetos Shots Cheese 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 Shots Cheese Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cheetos Shots Cheese 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 Shots Cheese Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.58g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.22g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.46g
Omega 6:3 ratio 238:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (238:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.