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Bays BRIOCHE English Muffins, 12 Oz
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Bays BRIOCHE English Muffins, 12 Oz

Bays
6 oz
Available at Foodtown
140
Calories
5g
Protein
3g
Sugars
340mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
63
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Bays BRIOCHE English Muffins arrive in the bread aisle or packaged bakery section, shelved with other specialty English muffins, bagels, and sweet rolls — often near breakfast spreads like butter, jam, and preserves. They read as a slightly elevated everyday bread: fattier, sweeter, and marketed as a buttery brioche take on the classic English muffin. Shoppers reach for them on busy morning runs for a quick toast, on weekend brunch runs for an indulgent accompaniment to eggs and smoked salmon, or as the soft, portable base for sandwiches packed for work or school. The brand positions itself toward families and value-minded cooks who want a touch of indulgence without boutique pricing — familiar, approachable packaging and a tone that promises richer flavor and convenience. Labeling leans on comforting descriptors (brioche, buttery, sweet) rather than health claims; there are no organic seals or “all-natural” certifications prominent on the ingredient list, though marketing may emphasize taste and tradition. In plain terms, these muffins are produced with multiple industrial ingredients and minor additives — a commercially formulated baked good designed for shelf stability and consistent texture. Sensory notes: each round is slightly glossy and golden, dusted with cornmeal on the outside, soft and tender inside with the light chew and small nooks you expect from English muffins, and a buttery-sweet lift from added sugars and dairy. Packaged in a sealed plastic bag (six-count unit), the ritual is simple: split, toast until edges brown, melt butter into the nooks, or build a stacked sandwich — an easy, comforting shortcut in American breakfast culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 6
Calories140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1.5g2%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Sodium340mg15%
Total Carbohydrate27g10%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars3g
Added Sugars2g4%
Protein5g
* 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

Enriched, Bleached, Wheat, Flour, [Wheat, Flour,, Malted, Barley, Flour,, Niacin,, Iron,, Thiamin, Mononitrate, (Vitamin, B1),, Riboflavin, (Vitamin, B2),, Folic, Acid],, Water,, Cornmeal,, Yeast,, Sugar,, Contains, 2%, Or, Less, Of, Each, Of, The, Following:, [Preservatives, [Sodium, Propionate,, Calcium, Propionate],, Wheat, Gluten,, Butter, [Cream,, Salt,, Salt],, Natural, Flavors,, Potato, Flour,, Corn, Flour,, Dry, Whole, Milk,, Monocalcium, Phosphate,, Fumaric, Acid,, Soy, Lecithin,, Spice, &, Coloring,, Sucralose]..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • sodium propionate - Synthetic preservative
  • calcium propionate - Synthetic preservative
No EmulsifierNo Preservative

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?

Contains multiple industrial additives (preservatives, sucralose, natural flavors, emulsifiers) and is formulated for stability and consistent sensory properties, consistent with NOVA 4 ultraprocessed foods.

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Common Questions about Bays BRIOCHE English Muffins, 12 Oz

That really depends on your definition of healthy! These muffins are relatively low in sugar and calories, which can be a plus if you're looking for a satisfying breakfast option without overdoing it. However, they do contain preservatives and added sugars, so if you're trying to eat whole, unprocessed foods, they might not fit the bill.

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
back-to-school
meal-prep-sunday

Vibe:

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