gold fishes

Several varieties state they are baked with 100% real cheddar cheese, and some label their colors as sourced from plants.

Spice levels range from mild on classic and cheddar varieties up to hot for certain spicy flavors; spicy varieties are described and labeled to emphasize their heat.

There are character-themed cheddar options that include fun shapes and colored fish alongside the classic fish shapes for a more playful snack.

They’re suggested as on-the-go snacks and lunchbox items, and some descriptions call out using them to add crunch to soups, salads, or as a side with sandwiches.

Some offerings come as individually portioned 1-ounce snack packs in a 12-pack tray for easy travel, while others are sold as single larger bags for sharing or packing.

Common labels include Low Cholesterol and statements listing no high fructose corn syrup; many items also note no artificial flavors and no artificial preservatives, and some additionally list no artificial colors.