Simple Mills Pop Mmms Cheddar Crackers & Cheez-It Puff’d Cheese Pizza Baked Snacks Review

Today, Kevin and I are excited to try some new cheesy snacks for you. We have Simple Mills Pop Them's in Cheddar and Cheez-It Puffed in Cheese Pizza flavor. We paired these items together because both brands don't release multiple flavors at once, and we like to keep our videos interesting by comparing different products.

Pricing and Packaging

• Cheez-It Puffed: $2.98 for a 5.75 oz bag at Walmart.
• Simple Mills Pop Them's: $4.89 for a 4 oz box at Meijer.

Simple Mills Pop Them's (Cheddar)

Simple Mills Pop Them's are light and crunchy, with a box that almost feels weightless compared to its contents. Priced at nearly $5, these crackers are marketed as a healthier option with no artificial ingredients. The key ingredients include organic butternut squash, tapioca starch, arrowroot, sunflower oil, and cheddar cheese. These snacks are gluten-free and contain no corn, grains, or gums.

• First Impressions: The crackers have a mild cheese aroma and a crunchy texture. The flavor is light but pleasant, with a subtle cheddar taste.
• Ingredients: Organic butternut squash, tapioca starch, arrowroot, sunflower oil, red bean, cheddar cheese, sea salt, non-fat milk, yeast, lactic acid, baking soda, rosemary extract, paprika, onion, and annatto extract for color.
• Nutritional Info: Four servings per box, with 50 crackers (30g) providing 120 calories.

Cheez-It Puffed (Cheese Pizza Flavor)

Cheez-It Puffed snacks are airy and puffed, delivering a satisfying crunch with every bite. Priced more affordably, these snacks are made with 100% real cheese and boast a strong cheese pizza flavor.

• First Impressions: The aroma is reminiscent of pizza, with a rich, savory scent. The texture is akin to that of cheese puffs, but in a unique square shape.
• Ingredients: Degerminated yellow cornmeal, vegetable oil, whey, cheddar cheese, salt, tomato powder, spices, sugar, onion powder, monosodium glutamate, oat flour, low-fat cheddar cheese, natural flavor, and oleoresin paprika for color.
• Nutritional Info: Six servings per bag, with 40 pieces (28g) providing 150 calories.

Comparison and Verdict

Both snacks offer unique experiences:

• Simple Mills Pop Them's: Ideal for those seeking a gluten-free, organic snack with a light flavor. They are less flavorful but cater to specific dietary needs.
• Cheez-It Puffed: Perfect for those who enjoy a strong cheese pizza flavor and a classic puffed snack texture. These are more flavorful and affordable.

While I wouldn't spend $4.89 on Simple Mills when I could buy regular Cheez-Its, they are enjoyable for what they are. If you need a gluten-free or all-organic option, Simple Mills Pop Them's are a good choice. For a more flavorful and cost-effective option, Cheez-It Puffed is the winner.