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Cheddar Sandwich Cracker 6 Count, 1.27 OZ
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📊 NOVA 4

Cheddar Sandwich Cracker 6 Count, 1.27 OZ

Mavericks
Available at Whole Foods
230
Calories
2g
Protein
4g
Sugars
310mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
34
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd spot this small box in the snack or lunchbox aisle and grab it for a quick school snack, road trip, or after-school treat. It gives a nostalgic, indulgent vibe — a salty, crunchy cheddar sandwich that feels familiar and convenient, though the formulation (refined flours, palm oil, cheese with stabilizers) and uniform texture signal industrial processing and shelf-stable ultra-processed manufacturing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 POUCH
Servings per Container: 6
Calories230
% Daily Value*
Total Fat18g23%
Saturated Fat6g30%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol4.99mg2%
Sodium310mg13%
Total Carbohydrate16g6%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars4g
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

WHOLE, WHEAT, FLOUR, WHEAT, FLOUR, PALM, OIL†, CHEDDAR, CHEESE, (MILK,, SALT,, CHEESE, CULTURES,, ENZYMES,, WHEY,, BUTTERMILK,, SALT,, DISODIUM, PHOSPHATE,, ANNATTO, EXTRACT), CANE, SUGAR, SUNFLOWER, OIL, MALT, EXTRACT, IODIZED, SALT, BAKING, SODA, BAKING, POWDER, YEAST..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • sunflower oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • palm oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • annatto extract - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo 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 industrial ingredients and additives (palm oil, disodium phosphate, cheese with stabilizers), refined flours and added sugars typical of formulations created through multiple industrial processes, consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed foods).

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Common Questions about Cheddar Sandwich Cracker 6 Count, 1.27 OZ

The Cheddar Sandwich Cracker can be a fun snack, but calling it 'healthy' really depends on your perspective. At 230 calories per pouch, it's not a nutritional powerhouse, but it can fit into a balanced diet if enjoyed in moderation. Think of it as an occasional treat rather than a staple!

Perfect For

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

Vibe:

nostalgicconvenientindulgent
$8.49
per package