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About This Quiz
During this quiz, we are going to travel down the junk food aisle of your mind. As we go along, we are going to try to figure out how many different junk foods you can identify from one single photo. Out of 40, how many do you think you'll know? Keep that number in mind as you answer our questions, and see if you can outdo yourself!Â
From Doritos to Fudge Rounds, there is no short supply of delicious, caloric and flavorful junk foods. Even if you are a strict and healthy eater, you will probably be able to identify more of them than you think. In fact, if you can't identify a few of the old standard junk foods, we will be a little concerned that you live under a rock and might need some assistance.Â
Whether you are a true lover of junk food like most of the writing team here in the office or you only know what they are in order to avoid them, we believe that your knowledge of sweet and salty treats runs deeper than you think. Take a look at each photo and choose the food you think you see. Are you a junk food pro or could you stand to live a little? Find out!
Sno Balls
Since 1947, Sno Balls have been a popular junk food, manufactured by the Hostess company. They attribute Sno Balls' success to the wartime effort to ration sugar and flour.
Airheads
Laffy Taffy
Dots
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Chex Mix
Chex breakfast cereal was introduced in 1937, and party mix recipes first appeared in magazines in the 1950s. However, it wasn't until 1985 that the bags full of mixed treats we know today were put on the market.
Combos
Corn Nuts
Kettle Corn
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Doritos
Onion rings
Apple pie
French fries
Although no one can actually agree on the birthplace of the french fry, there's no doubt that it's a favorite all over the world. No matter how you slice and fry the potatoes, you can find them in some version in most cultures.
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Toostie Roll
Ring Pop
Manufactured by Topps, Ring Pops are formed on a plastic ring base. They were first introduced in 1979.
Dum Dum
Pixy Stix
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Gummy Bears
Gummy Bears were invented in Germany in 1922. Originally called Dancing Bear Treats, Gummy Bears are often called Jelly Babies in other countries.
Laffy Taffy
Twizzlers
Peeps
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Ding Dongs
Fudge Rounds
Twinkies
In 1930, a baker named James Dewar invented the Twinkies recipe, now manufactured by Hostess. A public outcry saw the banana cream flavor return to the market periodically, including in 2007 and 2011.
Jaffa Cakes
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MoonPies
Zagnuts
Peeps
Introduced by a Russian immigrant, Sam Born, Peeps were originally shaped by hand. Since 1953, they have been filling holiday baskets full of chick-like happiness.
Charleston Chews
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Combos
First produced in the '70s, Combos can come with a pretzel, a cracker, or a tortilla shell. Most of these stuffed tubes are sold in gas stations.
Gushers
Tootsie Pops
Baked Lay's
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Graham Crackers
Saltines
Pretzels
One of the oldest junk foods on our list, the pretzel dates back over 1,400 years! They are thought to have originated in Europe during the Early Middle Ages, when they were crafted by monks.
Fritos
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Milky Way
Created in 1923 by Frank Mars, the Milky Way was named for both the galaxy and malted milk drinks. The Milky Way bar goes down in history as the first filled candy bar.
Mounds
Almond Joy
Zero
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Dr. Pepper
Invented in Texas, Dr. Pepper dates all the way back to 1855. It was originally only sold as a soda fountain drink.
Nesquik
Gatorade
Pepsi
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Donettes
Manufactured by the Hostess company, Donettes are a bag full of small donut treats. Available in several flavors, the latest release of Devil's Food was chosen by the public.
Ho Hos
Ding Dongs
Sno Balls
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Fritos
Triscuits
Saltines
Corn Nuts
Originally called Olin's Brown Jug Toasted Corn, Corn Nuts were first sold in 1936. They were sold to tavern owners looking for a way to get something in their patrons' stomachs besides alcohol.
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Nutter Butter
Fig Newton
Chips Ahoy
Oreo
Originally called the Oreo Biscuit, Oreos were trademarked in 1912. These days, you can find many different varieties, including a cereal called Oreo Os.
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Beef jerky
Ding Dongs
Kettle Chips
Slim Jim
In 1929, the Slim Jim was invented in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It was not turned over to a meatpacker for mass production until the early 1940s.
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Nutter Butter
Chips Ahoy
Chips Ahoy's clever name has been used since the cookie's creation in 1963. Today they're available in flavored thins and with rainbow chips.
Fig Newton
MoonPie
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Rice Krispie Treats
Rice Krispie Treats were created in the Home Economics department of the Kellogg Company in 1939. They were created for a charity fundraiser for the Camp Fire Girls.
MoonPies
Fudge Rounds
Cosmic Brownies
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Oreos
Fudge Round
Twinkie
MoonPie
Originally produced in 1916, the MoonPie is manufactured by the Chattanooga Bakery in Tennessee. The traditional MoonPie should be no more than 4 inches in diameter.
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Kettle Corn
Kettle Chips
Founded in 1978, Kettle Chips have made a name for themselves in the potato chip market. Although they taste similar to normal potato chips, they are cut thicker and they're seasoned with premium ingredients.
Fritos
Doritos
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Fudge Rounds
MoonPies
Mars Bars
Cosmic Brownies
Introduced to grocery store shelves in 1960, Little Debbie Cosmic Brownies are a popular treat. With their brightly colored sparkles and individual wrapping, they are perfect for snackers on the move.
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Lay's Potato Chips
Since 1932, Lay's Potato Chips have been a standard and a staple in junk food. Inventor Herman Lay traveled across portions of the United States and sold the treats out of the back of his car.
French fries
Doritos
Combos
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Circus Peanuts
Made from a marshmallow base, Circus Peanuts date all the way back to the 1800s. Although you can buy them in many colors today, they were originally the orange hue they are associated with.
Mary Janes
Cow Tales
Jolly Ranchers
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Chips Ahoy
Nutter Butter
Oreo
Vanilla Wafers
Created by a German sweets maker on Staten Island, Vanilla Wafers officially began commercial production in 1898. They are often used as the base of an American dessert called banana pudding. Since 1967, the cookies have been marketed as Nilla Wafers.
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Snickers
Created in 1930, the Snickers bar has an interesting namesake. It was named after the favorite horse in the Mars family - the producer of the Snickers bar.
Milky Way
Almond Joy
Charleston Chew
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Coke
Sprite
Orange Crush
Orange Crush was invented all the way back in 1911. It was created by a Canadian chemist, and it is now manufactured by the Dr. Pepper Snapple Company.
Root Beer
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Fig Newtons
Pixy Stix
In 1942, Pixy Stix were invented in St. Louis, Missouri. The inspiration came from a drink mix called the Fruzola Jr.
Jolly Ranchers
Lifesavers
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Fudge Stripes
Named after their appearance, Keebler Fudge Stripe cookies are shortbread rounds with 100% cocoa stripes. They are, of course, made by elves and we cannot tell you any more information.
Oreos
Nutter Butters
Fig Newtons
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Triscuits
Combos
Ritz Crackers
Ritz Crackers are easily identified by their scalloped edges. They were created and introduced in 1934 by the Nabisco Company.
Kettle Corn
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Fudge Stripe
Oatmeal Cream Pie
Chips Ahoy
Nutter Butter
Introduced to the public in 1969, Nutter Butters are made by the Nabisco Company. They are easily recognized by their unique peanut shape.
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Corn Nuts
Fig Newtons
Barbecue Lay's
Doritos
Contrary to popular belief, the first flavor of Doritos introduced to the market was Taco. The popular Nacho Cheese variety wasn't introduced until 1974.
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Almond Joy
Almond Joy bars were first released in 1946. They were set as replacements for a similar candy called the Dream Bar.
Hershey's Kiss
Fudge Stripe
Swedish Fish
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Oreos
Reese's Cups
Fig Newtons
Originally created in Ohio, Fig Newtons were mass marketed by the Nabisco Company in 1910. Fig Newtons are comprised of an outer pastry shell and filled with a fig paste.
Ginger Snaps
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Ho Hos
Cupcakes
Cake Pops
Ding Dongs
Ding Dongs were not named for their taste, they were named as part of a marketing campaign that featured a ringing bell. They have been produced since 1967.
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Fritos
Corn Nuts
Pork rinds
Also called cracklins, pork rinds trace all the way back to the West Midlands in England. Although most associated with the American South and Cajun country, pork rinds are now available on most store shelves.
Popcorn
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Fun Dip
Cheetos
Cheetos were the invention of the same Texan who created the Fritos company, Charles Elmer Doolin. With their addictive crunch, Cheetos had a humble beginning in a test kitchen.
Doritos
Slushie
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Doritos
Andy Capp's Hot Fries
In 1971, Goodmark Foods released Andy Capp's Hot Fries, resembling french fries. The crunchy snack food's bag was adorned with the comic strip character Andy Capp's name and likeness.
Cheetos
Nachos
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Corn Nuts
Fritos
In 1932, the Fritos recipe was purchased by a San Antonio, Texas, company. They were originally made by hand, using equipment that was also purchased from the Fritos creator.
Popcorn
Doritos
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Ding Dongs
Little Debbie Chocolate Cupcakes
Ho Hos
Ho Hos were invented by a San Francisco bakery in 1967. Although they have often been imitated, Ho Hos are the standard for chocolate cake roll treats.
Fudge Rounds
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Oatmeal Cream Pie
MoonPie
Fudge Rounds
Available in boxes of multiples or sold as a larger singles version, Fudge Rounds have been a hit for Little Debbie for over 40 years. With their chocolatey filled center, they have a taste all their own.
Twinkie
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Laffy Taffy
Airheads
Currently manufactured in Kentucky, Airheads first entered production in 1985. Since then, the tangy, taffy-like treat has become widely available across the United States.
Chewy SweeTarts
Twizzlers
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