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    Are Cheetos Vegan?

    Published: Mar 25, 2022 | Modified: Sep 21, 2022 by Bree Sheree

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    This post refers to Cheetos products sold in the US. Keep in mind that ingredients can change at any time, so always check the list of ingredients on product packaging.

    Unfortunately, no Cheetos sold in the US are vegan.

    This includes all ranges of Cheetos: Crunchy, Puffs, Popcorn, Man ‘N Cheese, Flamin’ Hot, Fantastix, Simply, and Baked.

    A bag of Cheetos.

    Continue reading if you’d like to know why Cheetos are not vegan, and to see some vegan alternatives to Cheetos.

    Jump to:
    • Non-Vegan Ingredients In Cheetos
    • Are Baked Cheetos Vegan?
    • Vegan Cheetos Alternatives
    • Are Cheetos Vegetarian?
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    Non-Vegan Ingredients In Cheetos

    There are plenty of dairy ingredients in Cheetos products, including the following:

    • Whey
    • Cheddar cheese
    • Milk
    • Cheese cultures
    • Cheese seasoning
    • Blue cheese
    • White cheddar seasoning
    • Buttermilk
    • Romano cheese
    • Sodium caseinate
    • Skim milk
    • Nonfat dry milk
    • Monterey jack
    • Parmesan
    • Swiss cheese
    • Colby cheese
    • Butter
    • Sour cream
    • Cream powder

    Every Cheetos product in the US contains at least one dairy ingredient, which is why none of them are vegan.

    Cheetos also contain some ingredients that may be tested on animals, which is a concern for some vegans.

    Some Cheetos also contain sugar, which may be filtered through bone char.

    Are Baked Cheetos Vegan?

    Some people think that Baked Cheetos may be vegan because they are seen as “healthier.” Unfortunately Baked Cheetos also contain dairy, so they are not vegan.

    Vegan Cheetos Alternatives

    Lesser Evil Paleo Puffs (“No Cheese” Cheesiness, Fiery Hot!)

    A bag of Lesser Evil "No Cheese" Paleo Puffs.

    Earth Balance Vegan Aged White Cheddar Flavor Puffs

    A bag of Earth Balance vegan aged white cheddar puffs.

    Vegan Rob’s Cheddar Puffs

    A bag of Vegan Rob's Cheddar Puffs.

    GoGo Quinoa Vegan White Cheddar Puffs

    A bag of GoGo Quinoa Vegan White Cheddar Puffs.

    Ka-Pop! Dairy-Free Cheddar Puffs

    A bag of Ka-Pop! Dairy Free Cheddar Puffs.

    Frankie’s Organic Clouds (Jalapeno, BBQ)

    A bag of Frankie's Organic Clouds.

    Hippeas Puffs (White Cheddar, Nacho Vibes, Bohemian Barbecue, Sriracha Sunshine)

    A bag of Hippeas Organic Puffs in Vegan White Cheddar flavor.

    Are Cheetos Vegetarian?

    You might assume that Cheetos are at least vegetarian, but unfortunately they aren't.

    Vegetarians do consume dairy, but the cheese used in Cheetos actually contains rennet, which is not vegetarian.

    Rennet is the name for various enzymes that are produced in the stomachs of ruminant animals. This is obtained after an animal is slaughtered, so it is not vegetarian.

    I checked with Cheetos, and they did confirm that they do not have any vegetarian products due to the enzymes in the cheeses they use.

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