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4C Gluten Free Bread Crumbs, Plain
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4C Gluten Free Bread Crumbs, Plain

4C
12 oz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
2g
Protein
180mg
Sodium
11
Ingredients

What You Should Know

4C Gluten Free Bread Crumbs, Plain (12 oz) reads like a small-item solution in the gluten‑free aisle: a compact 12‑ounce package shelved alongside alternative flours, gluten‑free pastas and other allergy-friendly pantry staples rather than the mainstream baking aisle. Shoppers reach for it when they want a quick binder or crispy coating for weeknight dinners, to top casseroles on holiday spreads, or to keep on hand for batch meatballs and baked vegetable gratins. The 4C brand positions itself toward pragmatic, health‑minded consumers who shop for dietary accommodations—parents packing school lunches for children with gluten restrictions, or adults following a gluten‑free lifestyle—using straightforward labeling and a clean‑ingredient story. The front label’s clear “Gluten Free” claim is the dominant halo; the ingredient list (rice flour, raisin juice concentrate, honey, salt) reads like a simple, “natural” recipe, reinforcing a wholesome image rather than a heavily processed one. There’s no organic seal noted on the label and the design tends to avoid cartoonish kid branding, favoring calm, practical cues. In plain terms the product is processed: rice flour is dried and milled and formed into crumbs, then packaged for shelf stability. Sensory details lean to a neutral, slightly sweet aroma (from raisin juice concentrate and honey), a light, flaky-crisp texture that browns easily, and a fine crumb structure that adheres well to proteins and vegetables. Typical rituals include shaking crumbs into a bowl for dredging, sprinkling over gratins before baking, or mixing with herbs and oil to make a crispy topping—small acts that transform everyday home cooking into something crisp and comforting.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.25 cup
Servings per Container: 12
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium180mg8%
Total Carbohydrate24g9%
Protein2g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Gluten, Free, Crumbs, (Rice, Flour,, Raisin, Juice, Concentrate,, Honey, and, Salt)..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from a short list of culinary ingredients (rice flour, raisin juice concentrate, honey, salt) and produced into a shelf‑stable crumb product, it is a processed food rather than a minimally processed whole food and lacks the industrial additives typical of ultra‑processed products.

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Common Questions about 4C Gluten Free Bread Crumbs, Plain

The healthiness of 4C gluten-free bread crumbs really depends on your dietary needs and how you use them. With 110 calories per serving and no added sugars or preservatives, they're a decent option for adding crunch without too much guilt. Just remember, they're not a health food per se, but they can fit nicely into a balanced diet!

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