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Bachman Pretzel Stix, Pre-Priced
Snacks, Chips & Dips
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Bachman Pretzel Stix, Pre-Priced

Bachman
12 oz
Available at Foodtown
100
Calories
2g
Protein
420mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
32
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Bachman Pretzel Stix arrive as a familiar, snack-aisle fixture: slender golden rods in a clear or windowed 12 oz bag, typically shelved with other salty snacks like potato chips, popcorn, and party mixes. You’ll spot them near party supplies or the cracker aisle in mainstream supermarkets and discount grocers. They fit into quick-grab shopping trips for picnics, office snacks, kids’ lunchboxes, and last-minute party spreads — an easy clutch for game-day grazing or movie-night bowls. The Bachman name suggests regional Midwestern roots and value-focused positioning: a no-frills, family-friendly brand pitched at budget-conscious shoppers who want a reliable, familiar snack rather than gourmet pretzels. Labels emphasize simple ingredients and the product’s classic snack role rather than health claims; you may see “made with wheat flour” or “classic pretzel taste” but no organic certification or explicit “natural” seal. The packaging and imagery skew practical and approachable, with bright, straightforward graphics rather than kid-centric characters or premium artisan cues. In plain processing terms, these are an industrially produced baked snack made from refined flour, salt, vegetable oils and malt syrup — a convenience product created through commercial baking and shaping. Sensory cues: crunchy, slightly dense snap with a toasted wheat aroma and a saline finish; the oil adds a faint sheen and smoothness. The ritual is communal and casual — poured into a bowl at a party, stuck into a sandwich for crunch, or eaten straight from the bag during a commute. Overall, Bachman Pretzel Stix occupy the mainstream American snack landscape as an affordable, crunchy staple for everyday and social snacking.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 oz
Servings per Container: 12
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium420mg18%
Total Carbohydrate21g8%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
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

Wheat, Flour,, Salt,, Vegetable, Oil, (Contains, One, or, More, of, the, Following:, Corn, Oil,, Sunflower, Oil,, Canola, Oil, and, or, Soybean, Oil),, Malt, Syrup, (Derived, from, Corn, and, Malted, Barley),, Baking, Soda..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • corn oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • sunflower oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • canola oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • soybean oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Although the ingredient list is short, the product is an industrially formulated, packaged baked snack made from refined ingredients (wheat flour, added vegetable oils and malt syrup) and produced through commercial processing typical of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Bachman Pretzel Stix, Pre-Priced

The healthiness of Bachman Pretzel Stix really depends on your dietary goals. At 100 calories per ounce, they're a low-calorie snack choice, but they do pack 420mg of sodium, which is something to keep an eye on if you're watching your salt intake. They’re not a superfood, but they can definitely fit into a balanced diet if enjoyed in moderation!

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
back-to-school

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