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The Truth about Cheetos and Why It Is So Addictive

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First invented in 1948 by Fritos creator Charles Elmer Doolin, Cheetos is one of the more popular American snacks that has generated a cult following unlike any other. The cheesy puffy-shaped snack was introduced as the first of its kind at that time, spawning a myriad of flavours (both strange and delicious) throughout the years. Here are five fun facts you never knew about this addictive chip:

This is why Cheetos are so addictive

Ever wondered why (and how) you can go through a bag of Cheetos in no time without realising it? According to Tastemade, a research by Oxford University has proven that this snack lets your brain “associate the crunching sound with freshness”. This makes you think that the cheese-dusted puffs taste more appetising than it really is. Another trick? It’s got a “vanishing caloric density” that deceives your mind to thinking that you can’t get enough of it.

The next you query how it is possible to constantly crave it throughout the day—don’t be surprised at all.

The list of flavours range from wacky to wonderful

The only thing better than savoury Cheetos? Sugar-dusted Sweetos, obviously. Frito-Lay has rolled out a multitude of flavours for Cheetos lovers, including white cheddar jalapeno, flamin’ hot habanero, and even Pepsi-flavoured puffs that apparently pops in your mouth. Our favourite is the cinnamon sugar Sweetos—one for the serial sweet tooth snackers.

There’s even weird flavours including ketchup, strawberry, and peanut butter that are only available in certain countries. Hit up your Boxer in case you’re wondering if it’s available in the country you’re ShopandBoxing from!

The most expensive Cheeto goes to…

… a Harambe-shaped chip that sold for USD99,900 on eBay. Measuring at one and a half inches in length, this chip that resembles a gorilla received 132 bids, and was listed by a Californian-based seller early in February 2017.

 

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It has been reinvented in gourmet dishes by restaurants

Ever heard of Cheetos as a topping for waffles? This cheesy flavoured snack has been elevated in recipes, incorporated in sushi, bagels, tacos; and even used as seasoning for chicken wings, donuts, and onion rings. There’s even a Cheetos-themed pop-up restaurant in New York City that features this snack in every dish on its menu.

Cheetos by the numbers

11 million – the number of gallons used to make the cheddar cheese in the seasoning

5,000 – roughly the number of cows used to make a year’s supply of Cheetos

19 minutes – the time it takes to create one bag of Cheetos

12 – the number of ingredients used just for the cheesy seasoning

237.5 – approximately the number of chips in one bag of Cheetos

36 – the number of countries across the globe that this snack is sold in

 

ShopandBox 10 of our favourite Cheetos flavours from below:

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  1. Cheetos Simply White Puffs – White Cheddar Jalapeno, Walmart, USD2.98, + Add To Wishlist
  2. Cheetos Cheese Flavoured PawsWalmart, USD2.78, + Add To Wishlist
  3. Cheetos XXtra Flamin’ HotWalmart, USD2.78, + Add To Wishlist
  4. Cheetos Flamin’ Hot Limon Crunchy CheeseWalmart, USD2.78, + Add To Wishlist
  5. Cheetos Oven-Baked Flamin’ Hot CheeseTarget, USD2.50, + Add To Wishlist
  6. Cheetos Crunchy Wild Habanero CheeseWalmart, USD4.99, + Add To Wishlist
  7. Cheetos Creamy Cheddar Mac & Cheese SnacksWalmart, USD4.59, + Add To Wishlist
  8. Cheetos Party Size Crunchy CheeseWalmart, USD4.99, + Add To Wishlist
  9. Cheetos Flamin’ Hot Chipotle RanchTarget, USD3.69, + Add To Wishlist
  10. Cheetos Sweetos Cinnamon SugarTarget, USD3.39, + Add To Wishlist
  11. Cheetos Sweetos Caramel PuffsTarget, USD3.69, + Add To Wishlist

 

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