Funyuns facts for kids
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| Type | Onion-flavored corn snack |
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| Owner | Frito-Lay |
| Country | United States |
| Introduced | 1969 |
Funyuns are a popular snack that taste like onions! They are made from cornmeal and shaped like onion rings. A special mix of salt and onion gives them their yummy flavor. Frito-Lay, a company owned by PepsiCo, first introduced Funyuns in the United States in 1969. A person named George Wade Bigner invented them. If you go to Brazil, you might find them called "Cebolitos."
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The Story of Funyuns
How Funyuns Got Their Name
The snack was almost called "OnYums." However, that name was already taken by another company. So, a professor and writer named Jim Albright came up with the name "Funyuns." This new name stuck, and that's what we call them today!
Funyuns on TV
When Funyuns first came out, their TV commercials used a fun song. It was a different version of a 1966 song called "I Love Onions." This helped people learn about the new snack.
Cooking with Funyuns
Over the years, people have found creative ways to use Funyuns in cooking. Some recipes suggest using crushed Funyuns as a crunchy topping. Others have even used them to coat a Thanksgiving turkey!
Funyuns Flavors Through the Years
Funyuns have come in many different flavors over time. Here are some of the flavors that have been available:
- Original Funyuns (since 1969)
- Wasabi (2001–2002)
- Flamin' Hot (since 2007)
- Chilli & Limón (2014–2018)
- Steakhouse Onion (2015–2018; since 2024)
- Spicy Queso (since 2023)
- Maruchan Hot & Spicy Chicken Ramen (2024)
- Sour Cream & Funyuns (2025)
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