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Hatfield Maple Ham Steak
Meat
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Hatfield Maple Ham Steak

Hatfield
8 oz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
14g
Protein
5g
Sugars
740mg
Sodium
41
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Hatfield Maple Ham Steak is an 8‑ounce, fully cooked, vacuum‑style packaged pork steak sold in the refrigerated meat case. You’ll typically find it on shelves near other breakfast proteins—bacon, sausage patties, and sliced ham—often stacked with single‑serve and family‑size options for quick meals. Shoppers reach for this product when they want an easy hot breakfast, a speedy lunch protein for a sandwich, or a simple weeknight dinner accompaniment. The brand leans on American, family‑owned heritage and convenience: marketing speaks to busy households, multigenerational families, and shoppers who want familiar comfort foods without a lot of effort. Label copy emphasizes “pork raised with no added hormones or steroids,” “gluten free,” and “no MSG,” which gives the package a mild health halo without organic or clean‑label certification. The ingredient list shows curing agents, added water, sweeteners, natural and artificial maple flavors, phosphates, and nitrites, and the nutrition facts highlight moderate calories (110) but high sodium (740 mg) and a small amount of sugar (5 g). In plain terms it’s a processed, ready‑to‑eat meat product—fully cooked for convenience. Sensory cues are sweetly savory maple notes, a slightly glossy, moist surface from added water and syrups, and a tender, sliceable texture that heats quickly in a skillet or microwave. Rituals around it are classic American: pan‑seared alongside eggs for weekend brunch, tucked into a quick sandwich for school lunches, or plated with sides for a no‑fuss dinner. Packaging and copy position it as approachable, familiar, and time‑saving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3 onz
Servings per Container: 2.5
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1.5g2%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Cholesterol20mg7%
Sodium740mg32%
Total Carbohydrate6g2%
Total Sugars5g
Protein14g
* 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

Cured, with:, Water,, Salt,, Maple, Flavor, (Brown, Sugar,, Sugar,, Natural, Maple, and, Artificial, Flavors,, Caramel, Color-Does, Not, Impart, Color, to, the, Finished, Product, Contains, Less, than, 2%, of, Potassium, Lactate,, Sodium, Diacetate,, Sugar,, Sodium, Phosphate,, Maple, Syrup,, Sodium, Erythorbate,, Sodium, Nitrite..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sodium Erythorbate - Synthetic preservative
  • Sodium Nitrite - Synthetic preservative
  • Caramel Color - Artificial coloring
No PreservativeNo 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?

Contains multiple industrial additives (flavorings, phosphates, nitrites, added sugars, and stabilizers) and is a ready-to-eat, reformulated meat product, consistent with ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Hatfield Maple Ham Steak

Health is all about context! Hatfield Maple Ham Steak offers a solid protein punch with 14 grams per serving, making it a good option for a quick meal. However, it does have 740 mg of sodium, so if you’re watching your salt intake, you might want to enjoy it in moderation.

Perfect For

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