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Mini Babybel Light Snack Cheese, 12 Count
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Mini Babybel Light Snack Cheese, 12 Count

Mini Babybel®
8.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
50
Calories
5g
Protein
150mg
Sodium
7
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Mini Babybel Light Snack Cheese presents itself as a playful, portable twist on a classic dairy staple. You’d spot a 12-count box in the refrigerated dairy or specialty cheese section, often shelved near string cheese, cheese sticks, yogurt cups, and lunchbox-ready snacks. The product leans into convenience and kid-friendly fun: each small wheel is wrapped in a signature red wax shell that shoppers peel away in a tactile little ritual before eating. The brand positions itself as family-oriented and nostalgic, trading on bright packaging and the memorable wax peel to appeal to parents packing lunches and adults chasing a simple, tidy snack. Marketing highlights — "100% real cheese" and "50% less fat than Mini Babybel Original" — create a health-halo for calorie- and fat-conscious buyers, though there’s no organic or specialty certification. The label reads simple and straightforward, and the ingredient list (pasteurized cultured part-skim milk, salt, microbial enzymes) reinforces a perception of “natural” cheese rather than a highly processed alternative. In plain processing terms, this is a made cheese product: it’s manufactured and portioned for convenience but doesn’t contain artificial flavors or long lists of additives. Sensory experience is mild and creamy with a smooth, slightly springy texture; the compact, round format is firm enough to hold a shape but yields to a quick bite. The packaging and ritual invite quick snacking, lunchbox assembly, party platters, or tossed into a picnic cooler — small, neat portions that fit easily into everyday American grocery routines.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 1
Calories50
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Cholesterol10mg3%
Sodium150mg7%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein5g
* 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

Pasteurized, Cultured, Part-Skim, Milk,, Salt,, Microbial, Enzymes..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

This product is a processed cheese made from pasteurized cultured part-skim milk, salt, and enzymes—manufactured and portioned for convenience but without the long list of industrial additives typical of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Mini Babybel Light Snack Cheese, 12 Count

Mini Babybel Light can be a healthy snack option, especially if you're looking for something low in calories — just 50 per cheese! With 5 grams of protein and 140 mg of calcium, it packs a decent nutritional punch. Just remember, 'healthy' can vary depending on your dietary needs, so consider how it fits into your overall eating habits.

Perfect For

back-to-school
road-trip
game-day-prep
meal-prep-sunday

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