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Catalina Crunch Cookie Sandwich Chocolate Vanilla
Snacks, Chips & Dips
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Catalina Crunch Cookie Sandwich Chocolate Vanilla

Catalina Crunch
5.90 oz
Available at Foodtown
100
Calories
3g
Protein
3g
Sugars
125mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
38
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Catalina Crunch Cookie Sandwich Chocolate Vanilla presents as a modern, shelf-stable snack that you’d typically find in the grocery store’s better-for-you snack aisle or in a dedicated keto/low-carb or gluten-free section near protein bars, flavored nut mixes, and other specialty snacks. Its 5.9 oz retail pack sits alongside specialty brands rather than mainstream cookie displays and often neighbors single-serve coffee accompaniments and portable breakfast options. This product fits shopping occasions like quick-grab convenience runs, lunchbox or work-snack top-ups, and treats for movie-night or road-trip packs. Brand positioning leans into health-forward indulgence: consumers are invited to feel like they’re choosing a smarter sweet — a higher-protein, lower-sugar alternative to conventional sandwich cookies — appealing to weight-conscious adults, busy professionals, and parents seeking indulgence with perceived nutrition benefits. Label characteristics include health-halo cues from protein and reduced sugars, sweeteners like allulose and plant extracts (stevia, monk fruit), and mentions of plant-based protein; the ingredient list’s “natural flavors” and fibers suggest a naturalized pitch, though there is no indication of organic certification. Processing context: this is a highly processed, engineered snack using isolated proteins, sugar alternatives, emulsifiers, gums, and flavor concentrates. Sensory details: expect a crisp chocolate wafer and a creamy vanilla-like filling with a slightly dry, protein-fortified crumb and a sweet, cooling aftertaste from alternative sweeteners. Packaging is compact and convenience-oriented, intended for handheld eating at a desk, in the car, or paired with coffee; the ritual is quick indulgence with an emphasis on function and restraint rather than gourmet ceremony.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2
Servings per Container: 7
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat6g8%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Sodium125mg5%
Total Carbohydrate13g5%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars3g
Added Sugars3g6%
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

Pea, Protein,, Allulose,, Cane, Sugar,, Palm, Oil,, Sunflower, Oil,, Cassava, Flour,, Tapioca, Starch,, Cocoa, Powder, (Processed, with, Alkali),, Chicory, Root, Fiber,, Natural, Flavors,, Xanthan, Gum,, Sea, Salt,, Sunflower, Lecithin,, Cocoa, Extract,, Baking, Soda,, Stevia, Extract,, Monk, Fruit, Extract..

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 gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains isolated pea protein, alternative sweeteners, emulsifiers, gums, and 'natural flavors', indicating extensive industrial processing and formulation typical of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Catalina Crunch Cookie Sandwich Chocolate Vanilla

The Catalina Crunch cookie sandwich strikes a balance between indulgence and nutrition. With only 100 calories and 3 grams of sugar per serving, it's a lighter snack option compared to traditional cookies. But remember, 'healthy' can be subjective; it really depends on your dietary goals and what you're comparing it to!

Perfect For

movie-night
road-trip
back-to-school

Vibe:

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