
PF Goldfish Carton Flavor Blasted Xtra Cheddar
What You Should Know
Pepperidge Farm Goldfish Flavor Blasted Xtra Cheddar is a bold, kid-friendly snack that reads like a modern American pantry staple. You’ll find the 27.3‑ounce carton in the supermarket snack and cracker aisle, shelved with other cheese crackers, chips and lunchbox-friendly snacks — often near single‑serve packs and family‑size containers. The product is marketed for everyday occasions: school lunches, after‑school munching, road trips, movie nights and casual entertaining. Brand positioning leans into family and nostalgia — a heritage brand with playful fish shapes, a smiling mascot, and ad copy that targets parents buying for kids while also pointing to adult nostalgia and convenience. The label leans on health halos and comforting language (“made with real Cheddar,” “no artificial flavors or preservatives,” “made with smiles”), but it is not organic and bears standard allergen notices for wheat and milk. In plain terms this is a highly processed packaged snack made through industrial baking, seasoning, and blending steps. Sensory cues are immediate: crunchy, airy baked crackers coated in an intense, orange, powdery cheese seasoning with savory, umami notes and a salty finish. Packaging is a large carton meant for pantry storage and casual pouring; ritual use includes handfuls from the box, stashing in lunchboxes, dipping into soup, or crumbling over salads or casseroles. It’s designed for convenience, shareability, and a bright, extra‑cheesy flavor experience that reads as both kid‑centric and universally snackable.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
MADE, WITH, SMILES, AND, ENRICHED, WHEAT, FLOUR, (FLOUR,, NIACIN,, REDUCED, IRON,, THIAMINE, MONONITRATE,, RIBOFLAVIN,, FOLIC, ACID),, CHEDDAR, CHEESE, ([CULTURED, MILK,, SALT,, ENZYMES],, ANNATTO),, VEGETABLE, OILS, (CANOLA,, SUNFLOWER, AND/OR, SOYBEAN),, SALT,, CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF:, SUGAR,, YEAST, EXTRACT,, WHEY,, CORN, FLOUR,, AUTOLYZED, YEAST, EXTRACT,, TORULA, YEAST,, PAPRIKA, EXTRACT, (COLOR),, SPICES,, CELERY,, ENZYME, MODIFIED, CHEDDAR, CHEESE, (MILK,, CULTURES,, SALT,, ENZYMES),, ONION, POWDER,, GARLIC, POWDER,, CITRIC, ACID,, LACTIC, ACID,, CALCIUM, LACTATE,, NATURAL, FLAVOR,, MILKFAT,, MONOCALCIUM, PHOSPHATE,, BAKING, SODA. CONTAINS:, WHEAT,, MILK..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •CANOLA - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •SUNFLOWER - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •SOYBEAN - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE - Processed emulsifier
- •ANNATTO - Artificial coloring
- •PAPRIKA EXTRACT (COLOR) - Artificial coloring
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains industrial ingredients and formulations such as flavored seasoning blends, enzyme-modified cheese, autolyzed yeast extract, and refined vegetable oils; these characteristics match ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.
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Common Questions about PF Goldfish Carton Flavor Blasted Xtra Cheddar
Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? The Flavor Blasted Xtra Cheddar offers a fun snack option with 140 calories per serving and a decent amount of flavor, but it's not loaded with nutrients. It's a treat to enjoy in moderation, especially when you need a cheesy crunch during movie night!
