Fritos Scoops Spicy Jalapeno Corn Chips Nutrition
The Fritos® Scoops!® are made with a different shape when compared to the original Fritos corn chips. Scoops are just like they sound, oval-shaped corn chips that are perfect for scooping a dip.
These Spicy Jalapeño flavored add a bit of spice to the snack.
This post is your guide to the calories, nutrition, and ingredients in Fritos® Scoops!® Spicy Jalapeño flavored corn chips.
Calories and Nutrition
All nutrition facts information is based on a single serving, measured as 28 grams, or about 10 chips. Let’s start with a review of the calories.
Calories in Jalapeno Corn Chips
There are 160 calories in each serving. More than half of the total calories are derived from fat. Carbs makes up another 41% of the total, and the remaining 6% is from protein.
- Fat: 85 calories
- Carbs: 65 calories
- Protein: 10 calories
- Total: 160 calories
The caloric breakout by nutrient is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts label printed on the Spicy Jalapeno Corn Chips packaging.
Sodium
While the 200 milligrams per serving may not seem extraordinarily high at first glance, I think it’s important to remember that one serving is only 10 chips.
When was the last time you bought a bag of Fritos and only ate ten pieces of the crunchy snack?
If you go into the bag for three handfuls of chips with one serving size in each grab, you will have consumed approximately 600 milligrams of sodium. That’s about 25% of the total daily value of sodium recommended by the FDA.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients and Allergens
Fritos Scoops Spicy Jalapeno Corn Chips Ingredients
There are three main ingredients in the Jalapeno corn chips: Corn, Corn Oil, and Spicy Jalapeno Seasoning.
The Jalapeno Seasoning includes Maltodextrin (made from Corn), Salt, Monosodium Glutamate, Whey, Dextrose, Spices, Natural Flavors, Onion Powder, Sodium Diacetate, Sugar, Sour Cream (cultured cream, skim milk), Modified Corn Starch, Sunflower Oil, Canola Oil, Corn Syrup Solids, Garlic Powder, Jalapeno Peppers, and Artificial Flavor.
What is Maltodextrin?
Maltodextrin is a class of processed polysaccharides (which are carbohydrates) derived from rice, wheat, corn or potato starch. The manufactured powder is used in a variety of foods to improve flavor, as a thickener, and to increase shelf life.
As a thickening agent, you will find maltodextrin in puddings, frostings, pastries, candies, sauces, salad dressings, and other packaged or processed foods.
It also has a slightly sweet flavor and is a simple carbohydrate, which makes it easily digested. In this regard, it frequently used in sports and energy drinks.
Because Maltodextrin absorbs fat, it is a useful ingredient in fried foods. It enhances flavor, increases the crispness, and helps to retain a favorable color.
Maltoextrin is listed as an ingredient in the Jalapeno Seasoning used to flavor these corn chips. Other packaged food snacks and fast food menu items that contain maltodextrin include:
Allergens
The corn chips are made with ingredients that contain milk.
The Fritos Company
An Insider’s Story of the Fritos® Brand
If you would like to learn more about the Fritos Company, check out Fritos® Pie, a book written by Kaleta Doolin, the daughter of Elmer Doolin, the company’s founder. Fritos Pie is filled with personal stories, photographs, and insights into the founding and growth of a global snack brand.
Corn Chips: Nutrition Facts Comparison
Here is a table summarizing the nutrition facts of select corn chips available at most grocery stores across the United States. Use the arrows in the top row to sort by item, calories, fat, carbs, or protein.
| Snack Item | Serving Size | Calories | Fat | Carbs | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fritos Original Corn Chips | 32 chips (28g) | 160 | 10g | 16g | 2g | 170mg |
| Fritos Lightly Salted Corn Chips | 34 chips (28g) | 160 | 10g | 16g | 2g | 80mg |
| TOSTITOS Organic Blue Corn Chips | 6 chips (28g) | 140 | 6g | 19g | 2g | 80mg |
| TOSTITOS Cantina Yellow Corn Chips | 7 chips (28g) | 150 | 7g | 18g | 2g | 110mg |
| Fritos Flamin’ Hot Corn Chips | 31 chips (28g) | 160 | 9g | 16g | 2g | 190mg |
| Fritos Chili Cheese Corn Chips | 31 chips (28g) | 160 | 10g | 16g | 2g | 210mg |
| Fritos Spicy Jalapeno Corn Chips | 10 chips (28g) | 160 | 9g | 16g | 2g | 200mg |
Nutrition facts and ingredients source: Fritos
Ingredients, allergens, and nutrition facts are based on available information as of the date this article was published and/or updated. Restaurants and food manufacturers may change their recipes without notice. Check directly with the food provider for the most accurate and up-to-date information. NutritionandIngredients.com does not provide health or wellness advice or dietary recommendations. Our aim is to research commercially processed food and publish articles for informational purposes only. Unless otherwise stated, % Daily Value is based on 2,000 calories per day, but calorie needs vary by individual. Always consult your physician for any healthcare or dietary advice.
