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Entenmann's Plain Soft'ees Donuts, Family Pack
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Entenmann's Plain Soft'ees Donuts, Family Pack

Entenmann's
18 oz
Available at Foodtown
180
Calories
2g
Protein
8g
Sugars
180mg
Sodium
97
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Entenmann's Plain Soft'ees Donuts (Family Pack, 18 oz) are a familiar sight in the packaged baked-goods aisle of American supermarkets, shelved alongside muffins, coffee cakes and other shelf-stable pastries. The plastic-wrapped family pack and recognizable blue-and-white Entenmann's logo cue convenience shoppers and parents grabbing an easy snack for the week. The product reads as an everyday indulgence: marketed for mornings with coffee, school lunchboxes, quick party platters, or a late-night sweet craving. Entenmann's positions itself as a heritage bakery brand—celebratory, multigenerational and comfort-oriented—aiming at families and value-conscious buyers who want a traditional-tasting treat without home baking. Labels emphasize "classic" and "family pack" messaging rather than organic or wellness claims; the ingredient list does include milk, eggs and wheat, which can create a wholesome impression, but there is no organic certification and the formula contains preservatives, emulsifiers and artificial flavors. In plain terms, these are highly processed, industrially formulated donuts made for long shelf life and consistency. Sensory notes: each donut has a tender, moist golden-cake crumb with a soft, slightly oily mouthfeel from added shortenings and oils, subtle sweetness, and a light, neutral flavor profile enhanced by natural and artificial flavors and color. Packaging is practical—a sealed tray or bag designed for sharing and easy storage—and the ritual is simple: pull out a donut for breakfast with coffee, pack one for a school snack, or arrange several on a party plate. The overall story is accessible nostalgia and convenient indulgence in a boxed, ready-to-eat form.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 12
Calories180
% Daily Value*
Total Fat11g14%
Saturated Fat5g25%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium180mg8%
Total Carbohydrate19g7%
Total Sugars8g
Added Sugars7g14%
Protein2g
* 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, Wheat, Flour, [Flour,, Niacin,, Reduced, Iron,, Thiamin, Mononitrate, (Vitamin, B1),, Riboflavin, (Vitamin, B2),, Folic, Acid],, Water,, Vegetable, Shortening, (Palm, Oil),, Sugar,, Vegetable, Oil, (Soybean),, Glycerin,, Leavening, [Baking, Soda,, Sodium, Acid, Pyrophosphate,, Sodium, Aluminum, Phosphate,, Sodium, Aluminum, Sulfate],, Soy, Flour,, Wheat, Starch,, Nonfat, Milk,, Corn, Syrup, Solids,, Salt,, Dextrose,, Whey,, Egg, Yolks,, Buttermilk,, Tapioca, Starch,, Soy, Lecithin,, Mono-, And, Diglycerides,, Polyglycerol, Esters, Of, Fatty, Acids,, Xanthan, Gum,, Milk, Protein, Concentrate,, Whey, Protein, Concentrate,, Cellulose, Gum,, Potassium, Sorbate, (Preservative),, Wheat, Germ,, Wheat, Protein, Isolate,, Guar, Gum,, Locust, Bean, Gum,, Nutmeg, Oil,, Natural, &, Artificial, Flavor,, Beta, Carotene, (Color)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • Mono- And Diglycerides - Processed emulsifier
  • Polyglycerol Esters Of Fatty Acids - Processed emulsifier
  • Potassium Sorbate - Synthetic preservative
  • Beta Carotene - 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 many industrial ingredients (refined flours, vegetable shortenings and oils, multiple emulsifiers, preservatives, and artificial flavors) and is formulated and packaged for long shelf life and consistency, consistent with ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Entenmann's Plain Soft'ees Donuts, Family Pack

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! They contain added sugars and preservatives, which might not fit into everyone's idea of a health food. If you're looking for a sweet treat to enjoy occasionally, these donuts can definitely hit the spot without being a daily staple.

Perfect For

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back-to-school
road-trip
movie-night

Vibe:

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