In conclusion, none of the chips in the Fritos lineup contain any gluten ingredients, but some chips are considered gluten-free by the brand and some are not. It is important to exercise caution when deciding what chips should be eaten depending on the severity of your intolerance. The Kitchen Sisters (18 October 2007). "The Birth of the Frito". Morning Edition. NPR . Retrieved 18 November 2012. Honey BBQ Seasoning (Salt, Maltodextrin [Made from Corn], Sugar, Brown Sugar, Onion Powder, Monosodium Glutamate, Dextrose, Honey Solids, Spices, Tomato Powder, Molasses Solids, Yeast Extract, Artificial Color [Yellow 5 Lake, Yellow 6 Lake, Blue 2 Lake, Red 40, Yellow 5, Blue 1], Natural and Artificial Flavors, Garlic Powder, Corn Starch, Citric Acid, Disodium Inosinate, and Disodium Guanylate) Smith, Peter. "Frito Pie and the Chip Technology that Changed the World (January 30, 2012)". Smithsonian. Smithsonian Institution . Retrieved 6 November 2017.

Spicy Jalapeño Seasoning (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, Jalapeño Peppers, and Artificial Flavor)According to Smithsonian magazine, C. E. Doolin did not eat meat or salt and was a follower of fellow Texan Herbert M. Shelton, a naturopath who advocated raw foods and fasting as a cure for diseases. [5] Company mascots [ edit ] An animatronic vending machine featuring Frito Kid at Disneyland's Casa De Fritos Good news for Fritos fans! Many of their products are gluten-free and can be enjoyed without worry. Classic Fritos Corn Chips: Gluten Free Chili Cheese Seasoning (Maltodextrin [Made from Corn], Salt, Whey, Monosodium Glutamate, Cheddar Cheese [Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes], Onion Powder, Tomato Powder, Artificial Color [Yellow 6, Yellow 5, Red 40], Natural and Artificial Flavors, Whey Protein Concentrate, Spices, Lactose, Buttermilk, Sodium Caseinate, and Garlic Powder) Elliott, Alan C.; Summey, Patricia K.; Kokel, Gayla Brooks (2009). Oak Cliff. Arcadia Publishing. p.87. ISBN 9780738570686– via books.google.com. Fritos is an American brand of corn chips and dipping sauces that was created in 1932 by Charles Elmer Doolin and has been produced since 1961 by the Frito-Lay division of PepsiCo. Fritos are made by deep-frying extruded whole cornmeal, unlike the similar tortilla chips, which are made from cornmeal and use the nixtamalization process (known as masa). It is one of two brands representing Frito-Lay along with Lay's.

This variety of Fritos is not labeled by the brand to be gluten-free, but here are its ingredients. As a result, there may be a risk of cross-contamination or changes in manufacturing processes that could introduce gluten. Elliott, Alan C. (2016). Texas Ingenuity: Lone Star Inventions, Inventors & Innovators. Arcadia Publishing. p.159. ISBN 9780738503561– via books.google.com. If you follow a gluten-free diet, it is advised to exercise caution when consuming these chips and consider alternative options that are certified gluten-free to ensure they align with your dietary needs. Fritos Chili Cheese Flavored Corn Chips These chips do not have any gluten-containing ingredients, but they are not labeled gluten-free by the brand. So, they are not guaranteed to be gluten-free; exercise caution when consuming these chips on a gluten-free diet. Fritos Flavor Twists Honey BBQ Flavored Corn ChipsHowever, it’s important to exercise caution with certain varieties, such as the Fritos Scoops Spicy Jalapeño Corn Chips, Chili Cheese Fritos, and Fritos Flavor Twists Honey BBQ Flavored Corn Chips, as they are not labeled as gluten-free by the brand. While their ingredients do not contain gluten, there is a risk of cross-contamination or changes in manufacturing processes. If you follow a strict gluten-free diet, it’s recommended to opt for certified gluten-free alternatives to ensure they align with your dietary needs. Conclusion Doolin, Kaleta. "Frito-Lay Corporation". Handbook of Texas Online. Texas State Historical Association . Retrieved 5 November 2017. From 1952 to 1967, Frito Kid was the company's official mascot, designed by Keitz & Herndon. [6] [7] [8] The Frito Bandito was its mascot from 1967 until about 1971, and was discontinued due to complaints about the racist Bandito image. He was initially replaced by the Muncha Bunch, a group of cowboys, which then were replaced by W.C. Fritos, modeled after comedian W. C. Fields. Doolin, Kaleta. "Doolin, Charles Elmer (C. E.)". Handbook of Texas Online. Texas State Historical Association . Retrieved 5 November 2017.