Can You Name These Junk Food Items If We Give You a Hint?

By: Jacqueline Samaroo
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Can You Name These Junk Food Items If We Give You a Hint?
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About This Quiz

They're so bad, but they taste so good!

You'd be hard pressed to get away from junk food in your day to day life; what with fast food joints on every corner and supermarket shelves filled with countless snacks. Why does it always seem like the most enjoyable things in life are the same things that end up being bad for you? In fact, when it comes to food, it seems like this is always the case. While the category "junk food" might try to make these tasty treats seem unappealing, we know the truth. From snack cakes to Big Macs, it takes a lot of self-control to not eat some of these foods every day. However, every once in a while, it's OK to let loose and have a little fun. 

In this tasty quiz, we've scoured endless supermarket shelves and countless fast food joints to bring you the most appetizing selection of junk food out there! Are your taste buds more attuned to the "bad" side of the menu? Are you an authority on all things related to candy, snacks, and fast food? Let's put your more questionable culinary knowledge to the ultimate test with this mouth-watering junk food quiz!

Doritos
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Can you correctly identify the name of these iconic tortilla chips?
Doritos
Ho Hos
Waffle Fries
Reese’s pieces
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Doritos is a popular brand of tortilla chips produced by PepsiCo; more specifically, its subsidiary, Frito Lay. However, one lesser known fact is that Doritos first originated at a restaurant at Disneyland!

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Twizzlers
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Do you know the name of this licorice snack food?
Pizza Rolls
Pringles
Twizzlers
Kit-Kat
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Twizzlers is a brand of licorice candy that is owned and produced by The Hershey Company. It is extremely old, with its original company having been established in 1845 and the brand officially established in 1929.

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Skittles
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Do you know the name of this colorful fruit-flavored candy?
Ding Dongs
Cheez-Its
Dairy Queen Blizzard
Skittles
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Skittles a fruit-flavored candy that is manufactured by the Wrigley Company division of Mars, Incorporated. Their best and most appealing features are their diverse selection of flavors and vibrant colors.

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McNuggets
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Can you correctly identify the name of this tasty chicken-filled junk food?
Cheetos
M&Ms
McNuggets
Twix
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

McDonald’s took something as simple as bite-sized pieces of chicken, put their “Mc” brand on it and then turned it into one of its most iconic menu items. While it is still junk food, McDonald’s has notably made serious efforts to remove artificial preservatives and improve the overall nutrition of McNuggets.

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Jelly Bellys
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Do you know the name of this "gourmet" junk food?
Twinkie
Jelly Belly
Baconator
Pop-Tarts
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Jelly Belly is a brand of jelly beans that comes in a wide array of flavors. It praises itself by being branded as “The original gourmet jelly bean."

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Goldfish
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Can you correctly identify the name of this aquatic themed junk food?
Reese’s pieces
Lay’s potato chips
Peeps
Goldfish
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

These simple cheese crackers are manufactured and marketed by Pepperidge Farm. Their name is fitting for their appearance, since their rich cheesiness give their fishlike shape a bold orange-gold color.

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Milk Duds
JunkFoodTasterDotCom
What is the name of this simple caramel candy?
Kit-Kat
Milk Duds
Sour Patch Kids
Twinkie
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Milk Duds are a brand of caramel candy that is owned and produced by The Hershey Company. They are perhaps best known for their iconic and simple yellow box.

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Funyuns
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Can you correctly identify the name of this ring shaped snack?
Funyuns
Ding Dongs
Hot Pockets
Cheetos
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

This Frito Lay product might look like onion rings and taste like onion rings but they aren’t the real thing. They are actually just simply onion-flavored​ cornmeal rings.

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York Peppermint Patties
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Do you know the name of this refreshingly delicious snack?
Atomic Fireball
York Peppermint Patties
Swedish Fish
Dairy Queen Blizzard
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

York Peppermint Patties are a brand of dark chocolate enrobed peppermint confection that is owned and produced by The Hershey Company. The name is a reference to the original manufacturer, the York Cone Company, which was based in York, Pennsylvania.

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Snickers
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Can you correctly identify this extremely popular candy bar?
Peeps
Pop-Tarts
Pizza Rolls
Snickers
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A layered center of caramel, nougat, and peanuts, all wrapped tightly in a delicious sheet of milk chocolate. This simple and delicious combination has given Mars, Incorporated one of the most iconic candy bars in the world, Snickers.

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Almond Joy
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Can you correctly identify the name of this coconut-filled candy bar?
Doritos
Almond Joy
Pixy Stix
Ho Hos
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Almond Joy is a brand of candy bar manufactured and marketed by Hershey’s and is the sister product of Mounds (another Hershey’s product). It is made from milk chocolate and has a coconut-based center.

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Atomic Fireballs
Tenamesan
Do you know the name of this explosively titled junk food?
Atomic Fireball
Twizzlers
Milky Way
Smarties
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Atomic Fireball is a round, cinnamon-flavored hard candy that is produced by the Ferrara Candy Company. It was invented in 1954 by Nello Ferrara.

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Whopper
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What is the name of this iconic fast food item?
McFlurry
York Peppermint Patties
Whopper
Sour Patch Kids
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Burger King proudly refers to themselves as "the Home of the Whopper." As one of the most popular burger chains in the world, it is not surprising​ that their signature sandwich is one of the most popular burgers in the world as well.

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Oreos
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What is the name of this popular cream-filled junk food?
McNuggets
Oreo
Big Mac
Hot Pockets
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Oreos is by far the best-selling brand of cookie in the world. The brand has more than 100 years of history behind it and is now available in more than 100 countries around the world.

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Swedish Fish
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Do you know the name of this aquatic-themed candy?
Jelly Belly
Cheez-Its
Swedish Fish
Lay’s potato chips
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Swedish Fish is a brand of fish-shaped, chewy candy that originated in Sweden (hence the name). While they are marketed as being "a fat-free food," they are far from healthy. They consist mainly of sugar, corn syrup, citric acid, and several dyes.

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Burrito Supreme
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The "high ranking" junk food shown here goes by what name?
Goldfish
Almond Joy
McFlurry
Burrito Supreme
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

You never have to worry about not feeling full when you eat at Taco Bell and the Burrito Supreme is no exception. Seasoned beef, refried beans, cheddar cheese, and an array of vegetables, all make this hearty burrito one of the best out there.

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Big Mac
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Can you correctly identify the name of this extremely iconic fast food menu item?
Milk Duds
Oreo
Big Mac
M&Ms
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

What’s the first food item that comes to mind what you think of McDonald's? The Big Mac! This special sauce-wearing, king of all fast food, was introduced in 1967.

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McFlurry
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Do you know the name of this extremely popular ice cream?
McFlurry
Funyuns
Whopper
Burrito Supreme
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

This is another iconic McDonald’s menu item but it lies on the other end of the menu. The McFlurry is the company’s brand of flavored ice cream and there is no denying that it is delicious.

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Milky Way
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Can you guess the name of this galactic-themed snack?
Skittles
Atomic Fireball
Pringles
Milky Way
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Milky Way is a brand of chocolate bar that is produced and marketed by Mars, Incorporated. Noticeable differences can be seen​ when the American and International version of the candy bar are compared.

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Pixy stix
CandyAisle
What is the name of this simple but sweet junk food?
Pixy Stix
Snickers
Swedish Fish
Waffle Fries
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Pixy Stix is a brand of candy that is produced and marketed by Nestle. It is simple in its design, consisting of a straw-like wrapper that contains sweet and sour powdered candy in various colors.

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waffle fries
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The eccentrically shaped junk food that is shown here goes by what name?
Goldfish
Reese’s pieces
Pixy Stix
Waffle Fries
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Chick-fil-A offers several food items on their menu but their waffle fries are by far one of their most popular. They are waffle-shaped potatoes and are cooked in canola oil.

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Pringles
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Can you correctly identify the name of this "tubular" snack food?
Milk Duds
Pringles
Kit-Kat
Milky Way
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Pringles are a brand of potato chips that are sold in the United States by Kellogg’s. They are sold in more than 100 countries and are notable for their iconic cylindrical can.

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Cheez-its
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Do you know the name of this extremely crunchy snack?
Funyuns
Ding Dongs
York Peppermint Patties
Cheez-Its
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Cheez-Its are a cheese-flavored snack that is produced and marketed by the Kellogg Company. They are often widely promoted as being the crunchiest cheese snack.

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M&Ms
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What is the name of this popular button-shaped candy?
Goldfish
M&M's
Twix
Big Mac
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

M&Ms is a brand of small button-shaped chocolates that is produced and marketed by Mars, Incorporated. They are extremely popular, with more than 400 million individual M&M's being produced every day in the U.S.

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Baconater
Wendys
Can you correctly identify the name of this meat-filled junk food?
Baconator
Snickers
Pop-Tarts
Burrito Supreme
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

If you love meat, then you’ll love Wendy’s Baconator. Although it was introduced recently in the company’s history, it has quickly become one of the most iconic burgers on their menu.

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Lays Potato chips
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Do you know the name of this popular brand of snacks?
Doritos
Peeps
Lay’s potato chips
Swedish Fish
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Lay’s is without a doubt the primary snack brand that is produced by Frito-Lay. This brand of potato chips comes in several varieties, including Classic, Barbecue, Salt & Vinegar, and Sour Cream & Onion.

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Hot Pockets
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Do you know the name of this convenient snack food?
Twizzlers
Pizza Rolls
Hot Pockets
Oreo
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Hot Pockets are a brand of microwavable snacks that is produced and marketed by Nestle. While their pizza products are their most popular products, the brand also includes ravioli and turnovers.

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Sour Patch Kids
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Do you know the name of this colorful and chewy candy?
Baconator
Sour Patch Kids
Dairy Queen Blizzard
Whopper
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

"Sour. Sweet. Gone.” That’s the Sour Patch Kids slogan, a brand of sour and sweet chewy candy that comes in a wide array of colors and flavors.

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Smarties
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What is the name of this "intelligent" brand of junk food?
Smarties
McNuggets
Twinkie
Atomic Fireball
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Smarties is a brand of round sugar-coated chocolates that is produced and marketed by Nestle. They were originally introduced and owed by H.I. Rowntree & Company.

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Ho Hos
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Can you correctly identify the name of this cream-filled cake?
Cheetos
Jelly Belly
Ho Hos
Almond Joy
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Ho Hos are a brand of chocolate snack cake produced and marketed by Hostess Brands. They are filled with cream and are tube/cylindrically shaped.

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Pizza rolls
Tami Dunn
What is the name of this deliciously convenient junk food?
Pixy Stix
Pizza Rolls
Snickers
Hot Pockets
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Pizza Rolls are a snack food produced and marketed by the Pillsbury Company. This tasty pizza-themed snack comes in a variety of flavors, such as pepperoni, triple cheese, and triple meat.

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Dairy Queen Blizzard
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Do you know the name of this chilling junk food drink?
Milky Way
Skittles
Smarties
Dairy Queen Blizzard
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Dairy Queen offers many popular food items on their menu but the Blizzard is by far one of their most iconic. The Blizzard is popular a selection of deliciously flavored soft-serve ice cream.

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Cheetos
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Do you know the name of this record holding cheese snack?
York Peppermint Patties
Ho Hos
Cheetos
Funyuns
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Cheetos are cheese-flavored puffed cornmeal snacks marketed by Frito-Lay. It has been officially ranked as the top-selling brand of cheese puffs in the United States.

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Twinkies
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What is the name of this extremely iconic snack cake?
Big Mac
Sour Patch Kids
Milk Duds
Twinkie
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Twinkies are a brand of snack cake that is sold in the United States by Hostess Brands. This simple snack has become a pop culture icon to some degree, being referenced countless times in pop culture; from TV, music, movies, and more.

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Peeps
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Can you correctly name this cute bird-themed candy?
Swedish Fish
Peeps
McFlurry
Jelly Belly
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Peeps are a brand of marshmallow candies created by the Rodda Candy Company. They are primarily seen around Easter; however, they are available year-round and have recently been marketed during other holidays, like Christmas, Valentine’s Day and Halloween.

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Twix
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What is the name of this extremely popular candy bar?
Twix
M&M's
Oreo
McNuggets
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Twix is a brand of chocolate bar that is produced and marketed by Mars, Incorporated. It consists of milk chocolate and caramel that covers a biscuit center.

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Ding dongs
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The puck-shaped snack that is shown here goes by what name?
Whopper
Cheez-Its
Ding Dongs
Baconator
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Ding Dongs are a brand of chocolate cake produced and marketed by Hostess Brands. They are strikingly similar to Ring Dings, which are made by Drake's Cakes

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kit kat
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What is the name of this deliciously crunchy sweet treat?
Kit-Kat
Atomic Fireball
Pringles
Twizzlers
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Kit-Kat is a candy bar that was previously owned by Rowntree but is now produced by Nestle. It is a simple brand of chocolate-covered wafer bar that was first introduced more than 80 years ago.

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Pop-Tarts
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The toaster pastry that is shown here goes by what name?
Jelly Belly
McFlurry
Swedish Fish
Pop-Tarts
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Pop-Tarts brand is owned and manufactured by the Kellogg Company. It is one half of the endless toaster pastry “war” between itself and Toaster Strudel.

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Reese’s pieces
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What is the name of this bite sized candy?
Waffle Fries
Doritos
Reese’s pieces
Almond Joy
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Reese’s pieces are a brand of peanut butter candy produced and marketed by The Hershey Company. They are bite-sized and are usually yellow, orange and brown.

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