10 things you didn't know about Cheetos

The first Cheetos product ever released was Crunchy Cheetos, followed by Cheetos Puffs.Stephen Coburn/Shutterstock

• Cheetos are one of the most beloved American snack foods on the market.
• However, few people probably know when the snack was first invented or by whom.
• Fans also probably don't know there's a name of the orange dust that covers your fingers while eating Cheetos.

Cheetos are beloved by snackers worldwide, but most people probably don't know the history behind the crunchy, cheesy snack.

For instance, many might not be aware that the cheese dust coating you get on your fingers while eating Cheetos has a name or what famous Mexican street food inspired the first Flamin' Hot Cheetos.

Here are 10 things you didn't know about Cheetos.