WHAT: Mr. Cheese O’s cheese snacks
STATS: A serving (one 1-ounce bag) contains 150 calories and 9 fat, 6 carbohydrate, zero fiber, zero sugar and 10 protein grams. We found them at Target, 420 S. University Ave., Little Rock. Visit sonomacreamery.com.
THE SKINNY: Next time you’re craving something cheesy and crunchy like Cheetos, consider seeking out Sonoma Creamery’s Mr. Cheese O’s.
Whereas Cheetos, luscious as they are, are full of unpronounceable ingredients, crunchy and tasty Mr. Cheese O’s snacks contain only cheese, organic quinoa, oat bran and organic brown rice. While they have the same calorie count as Cheetos, lower-carbohydrate, higher-protein Mr. Cheese O’s are free of everything from preservatives to sugar, and they’re sold in individual bags, making them easier to eat in moderation.
Best of all, Mr. Cheese O’s (available in Parmesan, Cheddar, Tuscan Herb and Sweet Chili flavors) don’t leave neon orange dust on your fingers.
— Jennifer Christman
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