If you’re like me, your tired of mixing protein powders and munching on protein bars. Sometimes your taste bud just gets tired of eating protein that’s sweet or chocolaty. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy those “healthy” decadent desserty flavors, but on occasion my picky palate just craves that salty snacky food that trumps my sweet tooth craving…sound familiar?

Well, recently I stumbled across the new Protein Puffs by Chef Jays. My buddy swore it was the best tasting salty protein snack that was high in protein, low in fat, and low in calories, but what really sparked my interest was when he said it “tasted like Cheetos”. Now that got my attention and sparked my curiosity, and I was ready to challenge his opinion and put it to the test.

The first bite was in pure skepticism—I’ve had my fair share of protein snacks touting impressive claims on taste, that fail miserably. I slowly chewed the puffy protein snack and tried to savor the flavor. “Not bad” I said as I waited for the dreaded after taste that would soon follow, but amazingly there wasn’t one! When I found myself in the clear, I took down another, then another, and before I knew it…the bag was empty. WOW! This stuff actually tasted REALLY good and completely satisfied the salty snack attack that hits even the strictest of dieters out there.

Although I wouldn’t say it tasted JUST like Cheetos, it’s not a far stretch of the imagination to make such a claim. Another thing I loved about Chef Jays Protein Puffs is the pure convenience factor. Handy grab and go bags that require no mixing, blending, heating, or melting. Overall, I give both the Cool Ranch and Nacho Cheese flavor 5 out of 5 stars for incredible taste and convenience!