Welcome to today's snack review! We’ll be diving into Chester’s Puffcorn and fries to see how they stack up against some popular alternatives like Andy Capp’s Hot Fries. Let's roll!

Product Overview

Today, we're sampling two varieties of Chester’s Puffcorn: Butter and Cheese, and comparing them to Chester’s Fries in Ranch flavor.

Pricing and Sourcing

• Chester’s Puffcorn Butter: Purchased at Walmart for $2.88.
• Chester’s Puffcorn Cheese: Also from Walmart at $2.88.
• Chester’s Ranch Fries: Found at Circle K for $2.69.

Nutritional Information

• Butter Puffcorn: 160 calories for 46 pieces (3.5 servings per bag).
• Cheese Puffcorn: 160 calories for 42 pieces (4 servings per bag).
• Ranch Fries: 150 calories for 26 sticks (3.5 servings per bag).

First Impressions and Taste Test

Chester’s Butter Puffcorn

These have a delightful buttery flavor and a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture, much like a packing peanut but edible. The buttery taste is rich, making these a standout snack. They’re also very soft, so even those without teeth can enjoy them!

Chester’s Cheese Puffcorn

The Cheese Puffcorn shares the same soft texture as the Butter variety but adds a mild cheddar flavor. The cheese taste is less pronounced than expected, losing some of the butter's richness. However, the combination of buttery and cheesy flavors when eaten together creates an enjoyable snack experience.

Chester’s Ranch Fries

The Ranch Fries have a strong ranch aroma but the flavor is somewhat off, with a Caesar vinaigrette-like taste. The seasoning isn't quite on point, making these fries less appealing compared to the Puffcorn varieties.

Overall Comparison

• Butter Puffcorn: Highly recommended for its rich buttery flavor and soft texture.
• Cheese Puffcorn: Good, especially when mixed with the Butter Puffcorn for a buttery cheese flavor.
• Ranch Fries: Less impressive due to the unusual flavor that deviates from traditional ranch.

For a delicious snack experience, mix Chester’s Butter and Cheese Puffcorn. Skip the Ranch Fries and opt for Andy Capp’s Hot Fries if you prefer a stronger, more consistent flavor.

Final Thoughts

Chester’s Puffcorn offers a unique, soft texture and enjoyable flavors, especially the Butter variety. While the Ranch Fries didn’t quite hit the mark, the Puffcorn varieties are worth trying.