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Daiya Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake 14.1 oz
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Daiya Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake 14.1 oz

Daiya
14.1 oz
Available at Foodtown
460
Calories
3g
Protein
24g
Sugars
470mg
Sodium
5g
Fiber
78
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Daiya Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake (14.1 oz) reads like a seasonal, plant-based twist on a classic American dessert. You'll most often find it in the refrigerated or frozen dessert aisle near other vegan and allergy-friendly items — alongside dairy-free cheeses, vegan frozen pies, and gluten-free baked goods — rather than with mainstream bakery cheesecakes. It’s a grab for holiday gatherings, fall-themed parties, or a weekend treat when shoppers want a familiar indulgence without dairy or gluten. The brand positions itself squarely in the plant-based, free-from niche: marketed to consumers seeking dairy alternatives, those with milk or gluten sensitivities, or people pursuing a vegan lifestyle; its messaging leans modern, convenience-oriented, and inclusive rather than artisanal. On the label the prominent claims are “dairy free,” “gluten free,” and “plant-based/vegan-friendly,” creating a clear health-halo for shoppers; there is no organic certification listed, and marketing relies on allergen-friendly and indulgent cues rather than “natural” provenance. In plain language, this is a highly processed ready-to-eat dessert made from reconstituted plant ingredients, sweeteners, fats, and stabilizing additives to replicate cheesecake texture. Sensory-wise, expect a silky, dense, creamy filling with warm pumpkin-spice aromatics and a tender, crumbly gluten-free crust; coconut and starches lend a slightly coconutty fat note and smooth mouthfeel. Packaging is a single 14.1 oz portion in a branded chilled/frozen tray or tub intended to be sliced and shared; ritual uses include holiday table centerpieces, dessert after a cozy dinner, or a quick celebratory treat served with coffee or whipped topping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.33
Servings per Container: 3
Calories460
% Daily Value*
Total Fat29g37%
Saturated Fat20g100%
Sodium470mg20%
Total Carbohydrate49g18%
Dietary Fiber5g18%
Total Sugars24g
Added Sugars21g42%
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

Filling, (Water,, Cane, Sugar,, Creamed, Coconut,, Coconut, Oil,, Tapioca, Starch,, Safflower, Oil,, Pumpkin,, Potato, Starch,, Pea, Protein,, Natural, Flavors,, Salt,, Sodium, Alginate,, Xanthan, Gum,, Lactic, Acid,, Calcium, Phosphate,, Spices,, Cultured, Sugar,, Fruit, and, Vegetable, Juice, (for, Color),, Caramel, Color,, Enzyme),, Gluten-Free, Crust, (Tapioca, Starch,, Cane, Sugar,, Coconut, Oil,, Rice, Flour,, Sorghum, Flour,, Potato, Starch,, Water,, Safflower, Oil,, Blackstrap, Molasses,, Vanilla, Extract,, Milled, Flaxseed,, Psyllium,, Salt,, Sunflower, Lecithin,, Xanthan, Gum,, Sodium, Acid, Pyrophosphate,, Sodium, Bicarbonate,, Cassava, Flour,, Monocalcium, Phosphate..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Safflower Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Sunflower Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • Caramel Color - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Additive

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?

This is an ultra-processed ready-to-eat dessert: it contains industrially formulated ingredients (starches, isolated proteins, emulsifiers, stabilizers, colorants and flavorings) and is manufactured to recreate a traditional cheesecake texture and flavor.

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Common Questions about Daiya Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake 14.1 oz

Healthy can mean different things to different people! While the cheesecake is gluten-free and has some fiber, it's also high in sugar and saturated fat. If you’re looking for a sweet treat every now and then, this could fit the bill, but it’s not exactly a health food.

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