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Organic Blazin' Hot Cheddar Cheezmos, 7 OZ
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📊 NOVA 4🌾 Gluten-Free🌿 Organic

Organic Blazin' Hot Cheddar Cheezmos, 7 OZ

LESSEREVIL
Available at Whole Foods
130
Calories
2g
Protein
1g
Sugars
190mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
53
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd spot these bright, spicy cheddar puffs in the snack aisle or at checkout — a grab-and-go treat for movie nights, road trips, or packed lunches. They feel nostalgic and indulgent (cheesy, crunchy, and spicy) while wearing an 'organic' badge that suggests healthier snacking. The uniform airy texture and ingredients like maltodextrin, tapioca solids, concentrated flavors and acids are typical of industrially engineered snacks, signaling ultra-processed character.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 7
Calories130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat5g6%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium190mg8%
Total Carbohydrate18g7%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars1g
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

ORGANIC, MILLED, CORN, ORGANIC, AVOCADO, OIL, ORGANIC, TAPIOCA, SOLIDS, ORGANIC, MALTODEXTRIN, SEA, SALT, ORGANIC, RAW, CANE, SUGAR, ORGANIC, GARLIC, POWDER, ORGANIC, FLAVOR, ORGANIC, SPICES, ORGANIC, BUTTERMILK, ORGANIC, PAPRIKA, ORGANIC, CHEDDAR, CHEESE, (ORGANIC, MILK,, CULTURES,, SALT,, ENZYMES), ORGANIC, ONION, POWDER, ORGANIC, YEAST, EXTRACT, ORGANIC, ANNATTO, EXTRACT, ORGANIC, WHITE, DISTILLED, VINEGAR, CITRIC, ACID, LACTIC, ACID..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • avocado oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • annatto - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

The product contains processed components (maltodextrin, tapioca solids), added flavor systems/yeast extract, and texturizing/acidifying agents typical of industrial formulations; despite organic ingredients, this composition and engineered texture align with NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed).

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Common Questions about Organic Blazin' Hot Cheddar Cheezmos, 7 OZ

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? These puffs are made with organic ingredients and are gluten-free, which is great for many folks. However, they're not exactly a powerhouse of nutrients, with just 2 grams of protein and 1 gram of fiber per serving. So, think of them as a fun, tasty snack rather than a health food.

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
road-trip
back-to-school

Vibe:

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$5.79
per package