These qualities are why maltodextrin is used in Flamin’ Hot Cheetos. The final product is a white powder, and increases shelf life, helps evenly distribute the other flavors, and is quickly absorbed into the bloodstream after eaten. It is made by cooking down starches that come from corn and rice, and then using enzymes and acids to further the breaking down of the starch. Maltodextrin is a complex carbohydrate that can be found on the ingredients label of a variety of foods including nutrition bars, dietary supplements, processed foods, sports drinks, and most seasonings. Quickly absorbed into bloodstream and can turn to fat.
