Chips Ahoy!

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Chips Ahoy! is a brand of chocolate chip cookies, baked and marketed by Nabisco, a subsidiary of Mondelez International. The cookies are widely recognized for their distinctive blue packaging and are available in various flavors and styles.

History[edit | edit source]

Chips Ahoy! was introduced by Nabisco in 1963. The name "Chips Ahoy!" is a play on the nautical term "Ships Ahoy!" and reflects the abundance of chocolate chips in each cookie. Over the years, the brand has expanded its product line to include chewy, chunky, and reduced-fat versions, among others.

Varieties[edit | edit source]

Chips Ahoy! cookies come in several varieties to cater to different tastes and preferences:

  • Original Chips Ahoy! - The classic crunchy chocolate chip cookie.
  • Chewy Chips Ahoy! - A softer version of the original cookie.
  • Chunky Chips Ahoy! - Contains larger chocolate chunks and a thicker cookie.
  • Reduced Fat Chips Ahoy! - A lower-fat version of the original cookie.
  • Candy Blasts Chips Ahoy! - Includes colorful candy-coated chocolate pieces.
  • Reese's Chips Ahoy! - Features pieces of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups.

Ingredients[edit | edit source]

The primary ingredients in Chips Ahoy! cookies include flour, sugar, chocolate chips, vegetable oil, and leavening agents. The specific recipe may vary slightly depending on the variety of the cookie.

Marketing and Advertising[edit | edit source]

Chips Ahoy! has been marketed through various advertising campaigns over the years. The brand is known for its catchy jingles and memorable slogans, such as "Betcha bite a chip!" and "The more you bite, the more you get."

Nutritional Information[edit | edit source]

The nutritional content of Chips Ahoy! cookies varies by variety. Generally, a serving size of the original Chips Ahoy! cookies (three cookies) contains approximately 160 calories, 8 grams of fat, and 11 grams of sugar.

Related Products[edit | edit source]

Chips Ahoy! has inspired a range of related products, including:

  • Chips Ahoy! Ice Cream - Ice cream with chunks of Chips Ahoy! cookies.
  • Chips Ahoy! Cereal - Breakfast cereal featuring mini Chips Ahoy! cookies.
  • Chips Ahoy! Brownies - Brownies with Chips Ahoy! cookie pieces.

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD