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Entenmann's Pop'ems Glazed Donut Holes, 15 oz, Donut Holes, Box
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Entenmann's Pop'ems Glazed Donut Holes, 15 oz, Donut Holes, Box

Entenmann's
16 oz
Available at Foodtown
240
Calories
2g
Protein
18g
Sugars
160mg
Sodium
110
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Entenmann's Pop'ems Glazed Donut Holes are a mass-market, grab-and-go pastry found on supermarket shelves in the bakery or breakfast/snack aisle, often near packaged muffins, coffee cakes, toaster pastries and single-serve coffee pods. Packaged in a sealed cardboard box with inner plastic film, the bite-sized glazed rounds are presented as an easy indulgence for mornings or social occasions. The product reads like a classic American comfort treat: soft, pillowy cake texture with a sweet, shiny glaze that leaves a sticky fingertip and pairs naturally with coffee or milk. Typical rituals include placing a disposable napkin in a car cup holder for a road-trip snack, a quick office breakroom treat, or a weekend brunch offering on a paper plate. Brand positioning leans on nostalgia and mass familiarity — Entenmann's markets itself as a family-friendly, convenience-focused bakery brand with broad appeal to parents buying for kids, commuters seeking a quick sweet, and hosts topping off a casual spread. Label characteristics include an OU Dairy kosher certification and the ingredient list’s 'natural & artificial flavors' entry; there are no organic or whole-food claims and the design generally emphasizes bright, approachable, kid-friendly branding rather than health messaging. Processing context: these are factory-made, shelf-stable pastries containing emulsifiers, gums and preservatives, i.e., a highly processed packaged bakery item. Sensory notes: light crumb, slightly chewy interior, sugary glaze, uniform shape and color from industrial production, and a predictable sweetness designed to satisfy cravings quickly.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 4
Servings per Container: 8
Calories240
% Daily Value*
Total Fat13g17%
Saturated Fat6g30%
Cholesterol10mg3%
Sodium160mg7%
Total Carbohydrate28g10%
Total Sugars18g
Added Sugars17g34%
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

Sugar,, Enriched, Wheat, Flour, [Flour,, Niacin,, Reduced, Iron,, Thiamin, Mononitrate, (B1),, Riboflavin, (B2),, Folic, Acid],, Water,, Vegetable, Shortening, (Palm, Oil),, Vegetable, Oil, (Soybean),, Soy, Flour,, Invert, Sugar,, Leavening, [Baking, Soda,, Sodium, Acid, Pyrophosphate,, Sodium, Aluminum, Phosphate,, Sodium, Aluminum, Sulfate],, Glycerin,, Egg, Yolk,, Natural, &, Artificial, Flavors,, Nonfat, Milk,, Corn, Syrup, Solids,, Wheat, Starch,, Dextrose,, Salt,, Locust, Bean, Gum,, Tapioca, Starch,, Potassium, Sorbate, (Preservative),, Soy, Lecithin,, Calcium, Carbonate,, Wheat, Germ,, Whey,, Calcium, Sulfate,, Buttermilk,, Milk, Protein, Concentrate,, Xanthan, Gum,, Cellulose, Gum,, Guar, Gum,, Whey, Protein, Concentrate,, Mono-, And, Diglycerides,, Agar,, Sodium, Hexametaphosphate,, Polysorbate, 60,, Polyglycerol, Esters, Of, Fatty, Acids,, Beta, Carotene, (Color),, Nutmeg, Oil,, Wheat, Protein, Isolate,, Annatto, And, Turmeric, (Colors)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • Mono- And Diglycerides - Processed emulsifier
  • Polysorbate 60 - Processed emulsifier
  • Potassium Sorbate - Synthetic preservative
  • Beta Carotene - Artificial coloring
  • Annatto - Artificial coloring
  • Turmeric - 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 flours, added sugars, multiple emulsifiers, gums, preservatives and flavorings typical of ultra-processed foods, produced industrially rather than from whole ingredients.

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Common Questions about Entenmann's Pop'ems Glazed Donut Holes, 15 oz, Donut Holes, Box

Well, that depends on how you define 'healthy'! Pop'ems are a delightful treat, but they’re not exactly a superfood. With 240 calories and 18 grams of sugar per serving, they’re more of an indulgent snack than a health food. If you're looking for a sweet pick-me-up, they certainly fit the bill, just keep moderation in mind!

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
road-trip
movie-night

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