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Chocolate Chip Protein Waffles, 7.4 OZ
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📊 NOVA 4🥛 Dairy-Free

Chocolate Chip Protein Waffles, 7.4 OZ

Banza
Available at Whole Foods
200
Calories
9g
Protein
8g
Sugars
180mg
Sodium
5g
Fiber
41
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd find these in the frozen breakfast aisle or protein-focused section, grabbed for a quick nostalgic waffle morning or a rushed post-workout bite. The product reads as an indulgent yet health-minded treat — chocolate chips and a chickpea base promising protein and comfort. The ingredient list (pea protein, emulsifiers, xanthan gum, alkalized cocoa, natural flavors and added sugars) and formulated additives point to industrial processing designed for a specific texture, stability and consistent mouthfeel.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 WAFFLES
Servings per Container: 3
Calories200
% Daily Value*
Total Fat9g12%
Saturated Fat1.5g8%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium180mg8%
Total Carbohydrate23g8%
Dietary Fiber5g18%
Total Sugars8g
Protein9g
* 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

CHICKPEAS, WATER, AVOCADO, OIL, CANE, SUGAR, PROTEIN, BLEND, (EGG, WHITE,, PEA, PROTEIN), COCOA, (PROCESSED, WITH, ALKALI), SEMI-SWEET, CHOCOLATE, CHIPS, (SUGAR,, UNSWEETENED, CHOCOLATE,, COCOA, BUTTER), LESS, THAN, 2%, OF:, TAPIOCA, SALT, SUNFLOWER, LECITHIN, XANTHAN, GUM, NATURAL, FLAVORS, LEAVENING, (MONOCALCIUM, PHOSPHATE,, SODIUM, BICARBONATE).

Flagged Ingredients:

  • sunflower oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • sunflower 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?

Despite a whole-food base (chickpeas), the presence of protein isolates/blends, emulsifiers, stabilizers (xanthan gum, lecithin), alkalized cocoa, added sugars and 'natural flavors' indicates industrial formulations and processing consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed).

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Common Questions about Chocolate Chip Protein Waffles, 7.4 OZ

The chocolate chip protein waffles pack a solid punch with 9 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber per serving, which can help keep you feeling full and satisfied. While they're not organic or gluten-free, they do offer a fun, indulgent option for a breakfast treat. Healthy is a bit subjective, so if you're looking for a protein boost without sacrificing flavor, these waffles might just fit the bill!

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
post-workout
back-to-school

Vibe:

convenientnostalgicindulgentwholesome
$6.99
per package