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Cheez-It Baked Snack Crackers, White Cheddar
Snacks, Chips & Dips
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Cheez-It Baked Snack Crackers, White Cheddar

Cheez-It
7 oz
Available at Foodtown
150
Calories
3g
Protein
210mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
80
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Cheez-It White Cheddar Baked Snack Crackers are a familiar sight in the supermarket snack aisle, shelved alongside other cheese crackers, mainstream chip brands and family-oriented party mixes. Packaged in a bright, branded 7 oz box (with an inner plastic bag), the product leans on a clear sensory promise: small, toasted square crackers with a sharp, creamy white-cheddar coating and a crunchy, crumbly snap. The brand positions itself as an all-American, family-friendly snack with strong nostalgia appeal — marketed to parents packing lunches, college students looking for quick bites, and hosts assembling game-day spreads. Packaging copy highlights “100% real cheese,” creating a mild health halo even as the ingredient list includes refined flours, vegetable oils and flavoring systems. There is no organic certification; instead the label trades on convenience, recognizable logo design, and bold flavor claims that read as kid- and family-focused. This cracker is typically used as a grab-and-go treat, dipped into spreads, scattered on party platters, or eaten straight from the box during movies, sports, or study sessions. In processing terms, it is a highly industrially processed, shelf-stable snack made from enriched wheat flour, vegetable oils, concentrated dairy ingredients and multiple additives, emulsifiers and preservatives to lock in flavor and texture. The eating ritual is casual — a handful between sips of soda, a crunchy counterpoint on a charcuterie board, or a nostalgic comfort alongside lunchbox staples — with a reliably salty, savory profile and a uniform, crunchy texture that defines modern packaged snacking culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 25.0
Servings per Container: 6
Calories150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat8g10%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Sodium210mg9%
Total Carbohydrate19g7%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
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

Ingredients:, Enriched, Flour, (Wheat, Flour,, Niacin,, Reduced, Iron,, Vitamin, B1, [Thiamin, Mononitrate],, Vitamin, B2, [Riboflavin],, Folic, Acid),, Vegetable, Oil, (Soybean, And, Palm, Oil, With, Tbhq, For, Freshness),, White, Cheddar, Cheese, (Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes)., Contains, 2%, Or, Less, Of, Salt,, Whey,, Cheddar, Cheese, (Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Monosodium, Glutamate,, Whey, Protein, Concentrate,, Butter, (Cream,, Salt),, Baking, Soda,, Yeast,, Natural, And, Artificial, Flavor,, Lactic, Acid,, Calcium, Lactate,, Disodium, Phosphate,, Citric, Acid,, Turmeric, Extract, Color,, Annatto, Extract, Color,, Soy, Lecithin..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • TBHQ - Synthetic preservative
  • Turmeric Extract Color - Artificial coloring
  • Annatto Extract Color - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo PreservativeNo 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 refined ingredients, industrially produced cheese concentrates, vegetable oils with preservatives, and multiple additives, flavors and emulsifiers characteristic of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Cheez-It Baked Snack Crackers, White Cheddar

The White Cheddar Cheez-It can definitely fit into a balanced diet, but calling it 'healthy' depends on your perspective. It’s a tasty snack with 150 calories per serving and a moderate amount of fat, but it’s not high in protein or fiber. If you're looking for a quick, crunchy treat, it’s a fun choice, but don’t expect it to replace your veggies anytime soon!

Perfect For

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

Vibe:

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