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Energy-dense savory snack, high in sodium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 pack (mini) of Cheese flavor potato chips (50 g) has 252 calories. That works out to 504 calories per 100 g. It contains 24 g of carbs, 3 g of protein, 16 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 590 mg of Potassium covers 17% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 56 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 pack (mini) · 50 g
252
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
24g
· 9% DV
Protein
3g
· 6% DV
Fat
16g
· 21% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 38% · Protein 5% · Fat 57%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 252 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 4.55 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 360 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 24 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 3 g | 6% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 pack (mini) | 50 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 25 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 28 g | 141 kcal |
| 1 ounce (whole) | 28.4 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 151 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 45 g | 227 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 50 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 90 g | 454 kcal |
| 2 serving (double) | 90 g | 454 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 504 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 150 g | 756 kcal |
Calculated from 504 calories per 100 g.
Not always. The cheesy taste may come from cheese powder, flavorings, or a combination, and recipes vary by product. The product name alone does not tell you how much real cheese, if any, is used.
Cheese flavor potato chips are made by processing and cooking potato slices, then adding a seasoned coating. They are an ultra-processed snack; the exact cooking method and seasoning ingredients vary between products.
Some formulations may use MSG as a flavor enhancer, while others do not. It is not an essential ingredient in cheese flavor potato chips, so the ingredient list for the specific product is the reliable way to tell.
Seal the bag tightly and keep it in a cool, dry place. Air and moisture make cheese flavor potato chips lose their crunch; once opened, they may go stale before the date printed on the package.
Yes. Bake or fry thin potato slices until crisp, then toss them with cheese powder and seasonings after they cool. You can adjust the salt at home, though the flavor and texture may differ from packaged chips.
The coating is a concentrated seasoning blend, and its color can come from spices or added coloring. The precise ingredients vary by product, so orange residue does not by itself mean the chips contain a particular cheese.
It is best not to give dogs cheese flavor potato chips. The salt is unsuitable as a treat, and some seasonings may include ingredients such as onion or garlic that are unsafe for dogs.
They can. Their salty seasoning may leave you thirsty, especially if you eat a large amount. Drinking water can help with thirst, but it does not undo the effects of regularly eating high-sodium snacks.
Yes, but keep the portion modest: cheese flavor potato chips are energy-dense and easy to overeat. Pairing a small serving with a more filling food can make it easier to avoid grazing on the whole bag.
They can be an occasional snack, but their salt and energy density make them less suitable as an everyday choice. Offer a small portion rather than an open bag, and include more nourishing snacks in a child’s usual routine.
Vitamins
B6
0.16mg · 9% DV
B3
1.2mg · 8% DV
Vitamin E
0.95mg · 6% DV
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
590mg · 17% DV
Sodium
360mg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
78mg · 11% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 252 calories in 1 pack (mini) (50 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Cheese flavor potato chips are a packaged snack made from thin potato slices cooked until crisp and coated with a cheese-style seasoning. The savoury cheese taste comes from the flavouring, while the chips’ appeal is their light crunch and salty, moreish finish. They are sold ready to eat and need no preparation.
Around the world, people reach for them as a casual snack, serve them at parties, or pack them for trips and lunch breaks. They are energy-dense: 100 g provides 504 calories, so a mini pack is a more modest portion. Pair them with fresh vegetables or fruit for contrast, or share a pack rather than making them the main part of a snack.
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.
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
4.55g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.55g
Omega 6:3 ratio 86.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (86.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.