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Blue Diamond Crackers, Cheddar Cheese 4.25 oz
Snacks, Chips & Dips
📊 NOVA 4

Blue Diamond Crackers, Cheddar Cheese 4.25 oz

Blue Diamond
4.25 oz
Available at Foodtown
130
Calories
3g
Protein
250mg
Sodium
56
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Blue Diamond Crackers, Cheddar Cheese (4.25 oz) is a small, grab-and-go almond-forward cracker positioned in the snack aisle near other crunchy savory snacks—crackers, cheese crisps, and single-serve nut packs. You’ll likely see it on endcaps or shelves grouped with better-for-you snack options and flavored nut lines rather than traditional soda or candy displays. It fits a range of shopping occasions: quick grocery runs for pantry staples, picnic or road-trip stops, and last-minute party or game-day pickups. Brand positioning leans into the nut heritage of Blue Diamond: marketing highlights almonds, ‘serious cheddar’ flavor, and a slightly more wholesome image than standard chips, targeting health-minded adults and parents who want an elevated snack with familiar cheese notes. Packaging evokes convenience and portion control (small 4.25 oz bag) and label copy uses health-halo language—almonds, baked, and natural flavors—though there’s no organic certification listed. In plain terms, this is a ready-to-eat manufactured snack made from almond and rice bases with added seasoning systems. Sensory-wise expect a crisp, brittle crunch from baked almond crackers dusted in sharp cheddar seasoning, a nutty background, and a slightly powdery cheese coating; safflower oil and soy lecithin help distribute flavor and mouthfeel. Ritual uses include lunchbox inserts, a wine-and-cracker pairing, dipping at parties, or a handheld office snack. The product sits squarely in mainstream American grocery culture as an elevated snack option that balances indulgence with a nod to perceived wholesomeness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 17 crackers
Servings per Container: 1
Calories130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat4g5%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Sodium250mg11%
Total Carbohydrate22g8%
Protein3g
* 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

Rice, Flour,, Almonds,, Cheddar, Cheese, Seasoning, (Cheddar, Cheese, Powder, (Cheddar, Cheese, [Pasteurized, Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes],, Disodium, Phosphate),, Salt,, Maltodextrin,, Natural, Cheese, Flavor, (Cheddar, Cheese, [Pasteurized, Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes],, Yeast, Extract,, Xanthan, Gum),, Yeast, Extract,, Whey,, Onion,, Extractive, of, Turmeric,, Garlic,, Extractive, of, Annatto,, and, Lactic, Acid),, Potato, Starch,, Safflower, Oil,, Soy, Lecithin..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Safflower Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • Annatto - Artificial coloring
  • Turmeric - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Additive

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 ingredients and formulations (maltodextrin, disodium phosphate, xanthan gum, 'natural cheese flavor', yeast extract, emulsifiers) and is a ready-to-eat packaged snack, consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultraprocessed).

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Common Questions about Blue Diamond Crackers, Cheddar Cheese 4.25 oz

Well, that depends on how you define 'healthy.' These crackers are a tasty snack option with 130 calories per serving, but they're not exactly a superfood. They do contain some protein and are low in sugar, but they're also processed and have added seasonings, so it's all about balance and moderation!

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
road-trip

Vibe:

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