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Pringles Cheese & Onion Calories
Cheese and onion flavored potato chips, snack, bold flavor
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Pringles Cheese & Onion (30 g) has 158 calories. That works out to 525 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.6 g of carbs, 1.7 g of protein, 9.6 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 270 mg of Potassium covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Pringles Cheese & Onion Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 30 g
158
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
15.6g
· 6% DV
Protein
1.7g
· 3% DV
Fat
9.6g
· 12% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 40% · Protein 4% · Fat 56%
Pringles Cheese & Onion nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 158 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.6 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.25 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 360 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.6 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% |
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 Serving of Pringles Cheese & Onion?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 1.8 g | 9 kcal |
| 10 piece (small) | 18 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 40 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 40 g | 210 kcal |
| 2 serving (large) | 60 g | 315 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 70 g | 368 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 525 kcal |
| 1 can (large) | 165 g | 866 kcal |
Calculated from 525 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pringles Cheese & Onion
What does Pringles Cheese & Onion taste like?
Pringles Cheese & Onion has a savoury cheese flavour followed by a distinct onion note. Its seasoning is stronger than that of plain crisps, while the thin, crisp texture makes it easy to snack on straight from the tube.
What are Pringles Cheese & Onion made of?
Pringles Cheese & Onion are shaped potato-based crisps coated in cheese-and-onion-flavoured seasoning. The precise ingredients can vary by market, so the packet’s ingredient list is the reliable source for the version sold where you live.
Do Pringles Cheese & Onion contain real cheese or onion pieces?
Pringles Cheese & Onion get their characteristic taste from flavoured seasoning, rather than visible pieces of cheese or onion. The ingredient list on the pack can clarify which specific flavouring ingredients are used in your country.
Are Pringles Cheese & Onion the same as sour cream and onion Pringles?
No, Pringles Cheese & Onion are a different flavour from sour cream and onion. Cheese & Onion has a more direct savoury cheese-and-onion profile, while sour cream and onion is typically tangier and creamier in flavour.
Why are Pringles Cheese & Onion curved and all the same shape?
Pringles Cheese & Onion are made in a consistent curved shape so they can stack neatly in their tube. This uniform form also distinguishes them from many crisps cut from whole potato slices, which vary more in shape.
How should you store Pringles Cheese & Onion after opening?
Close the lid on Pringles Cheese & Onion and keep the tube in a cool, dry place after opening. Limiting exposure to air and moisture helps the crisps stay crisp; avoid leaving the open tube in a humid spot.
Why do Pringles Cheese & Onion come in a tube instead of a bag?
The tube lets Pringles Cheese & Onion crisps stack closely and helps protect them from being crushed during transport. Its lid is handy after opening, though it is still best to store the tube somewhere dry to preserve crispness.
Are Pringles Cheese & Onion potato chips or crisps?
Pringles Cheese & Onion are potato-based crisps formed into a uniform shape, rather than simply sliced pieces of whole potato. In the US, snacks in this broad category are usually called potato chips; in the UK and some other countries, they are crisps.
What can you eat with Pringles Cheese & Onion?
Pringles Cheese & Onion work well alongside a sandwich or with a mild dip. Their flavour is already quite savoury, so a simple, less strongly seasoned accompaniment can keep the snack from tasting overpowering.
Can Pringles Cheese & Onion cause weight gain?
Pringles Cheese & Onion do not cause weight gain on their own, but eating large amounts often can add substantially to your overall food intake. Pouring a portion into a bowl instead of eating from the tube can make it easier to stop.
Pringles Cheese & Onion Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.63mg · 4% DV
B12
0.06µg · 3% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
B6
0.04mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
360mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
270mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
33mg · 5% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Pringles Cheese & Onion Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Pringles Cheese & Onion
To burn the 158 calories in 1 serving (medium) (30 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.
What is Pringles Cheese & Onion?
Pringles Cheese & Onion is a packaged, stackable potato-based crisp seasoned with cheese and onion flavouring. Its uniform shape makes it easy to portion or share, while the texture is distinctly crunchy and the savoury flavour is bold.
It works as a casual snack at home, on a picnic or alongside a sandwich, and is often served straight from the tube. At 525 calories per 100 g, it is energy-dense, so a small bowl rather than eating from the pack can help keep the portion in check. Pair it with fresh vegetables or a simple dip for a more varied snack.
How Nutritious Is Pringles Cheese & Onion?
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 Pringles Cheese & Onion 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 Pringles Cheese & Onion Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Pringles Cheese & Onion 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
Pringles Cheese & Onion Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.45g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.43g
Omega 6:3 ratio 216:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (216:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.