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Kodiak Waffles, Double Dark Chocolate
Frozen Foods
📊 NOVA 4

Kodiak Waffles, Double Dark Chocolate

Kodiak
10.72 oz
Available at Foodtown
230
Calories
12g
Protein
8g
Sugars
340mg
Sodium
4g
Fiber
58
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Kodiak Waffles, Double Dark Chocolate, is typically found in the frozen breakfast aisle of American supermarkets, shelved alongside other frozen waffles, pancakes and toaster-friendly breakfast items rather than with fresh bakery or refrigerated pancake mixes. The box leans on outdoor, “rugged” branding—grizzly imagery and frontier language—aimed at active shoppers who want a protein-forward breakfast without cooking from scratch. You’ll see prominent health halos on the label: “100% Whole Grain” and protein-focused messaging, plus a rustic narrative about pioneers and wildlife conservation; there’s no organic certification and a small recycling call-to-action. Sensory-first shoppers can expect a compact, cake-like waffle with crisped edges and a soft, chocolatey interior studded with dark chocolate chips; packaging is a consumer-friendly cardboard box with an inner tray for frozen waffles to be reheated in a toaster or oven, often eaten with syrup, nut butter, fruit or plain for a quick morning ritual. Occasions include grab-and-go weekday breakfasts, lazy weekend brunches, or an after-workout sweet treat when paired with yogurt. In plain terms, the product mixes whole grain flours with a number of processed ingredients—protein isolates, emulsifiers, leavening agents and “natural flavors”—so while it leans on whole-grain and high-protein positioning, much of its formulation is industrially prepared to deliver consistent texture, shelf stability and quick convenience. The brand voice targets health-conscious, convenience-seeking consumers who want the appearance of wholesomeness with an indulgent chocolate twist and an outdoorsy cultural identity.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 waffles
Servings per Container: 4
Calories230
% Daily Value*
Total Fat10g13%
Saturated Fat1.5g8%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium340mg15%
Total Carbohydrate25g9%
Dietary Fiber4g14%
Total Sugars8g
Added Sugars7g14%
Protein12g
* 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

100%, Whole, Grain, Wheat, Flour,, Water,, Canola, Oil,, Cane, Sugar,, 100%, Whole, Grain, Oat, Flour,, Chocolate, Chips, (Sugar,, Unsweetened, Chocolate,, Cocoa, Butter,, Soy, Lecithin),, Cocoa, Powder, (Processed, with, Alkali),, Whey, Protein, Isolate,, Wheat, Protein, Isolate,, Whey, Protein, Concentrate,, Wheat, Gluten,, Buttermilk,, Egg, Whites,, Sunflower, Lecithin,, Leavening, (Sodium, Acid, Pyrophosphate, and, Baking, Soda),, Guar, Gum,, Sea, Salt,, Natural, Flavors..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Canola Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • Sunflower Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

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?

The ingredient list includes industrial formulations such as whey and wheat protein isolates, emulsifiers (sunflower lecithin, guar gum), processed cocoa and ‘natural flavors,’ indicating extensive industrial processing and formulation. These characteristics align with NOVA group 4 (ultraprocessed foods).

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Common Questions about Kodiak Waffles, Double Dark Chocolate

That really depends on your definition of healthy! These waffles pack a punch with 12 grams of protein and 4 grams of fiber per serving, making them a solid choice for a filling breakfast. However, they do contain added sugars and are not organic, so if you're aiming for a whole-food diet, you might want to enjoy them in moderation.

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
back-to-school
post-workout

Vibe:

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