
MorningStar Farms Buffalo Wings
What You Should Know
MorningStar Farms Buffalo Wings (10.50 oz) live in the frozen aisle, usually shelved with vegetarian proteins, plant-based nuggets, and frozen appetizer snacks such as mozzarella sticks and traditional chicken wings. You’ll spot them near other MorningStar items and next to family-sized frozen foods aimed at quick meals. They fit into game-day spreads, quick weeknight dinners, and kid-friendly snack runs — shoppers reach for them during grocery trips planned around busy evenings, casual entertaining, or back-to-school convenience. MorningStar frames the product as a meat-free, family-friendly alternative: marketing leans into vegetarian and flexitarian culture, appealing to parents, college students, and meat-reducers seeking familiar comfort flavors without animal meat. Labeling leans on health-forward cues — “42% less fat” and “good source of protein” — and vegetarian positioning creates a subtle health halo, though there’s no organic certification; the ingredient list includes “natural flavors” and various color extracts rather than whole-food claims. In plain terms this is a highly processed, factory-formulated frozen product made from isolated plant proteins, binders, starches, and added flavors. Sensory notes highlight a spicy buffalo tang, a crispy, crunchy breadcrumb exterior that gives way to a tender, chewy textured interior; sodium and savory yeast extracts amplify the savory profile. The resealable bag packaging supports snacking rituals — heating in the oven or air fryer, dunking in ranch or blue cheese, sharing on a platter with celery on game night, or tucking into wraps for a quick lunch. It’s convenience-driven comfort food in American grocery culture.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Ingredients:, Water,, Wheat, Flour,, Soy, Protein, Concentrate,, Vegetable, Oil, (Corn,, Canola, And/Or, Sunflower),, Soy, Protein, Isolate., Contains, 2%, Or, Less, Of, Salt,, Methylcellulose,, Wheat, Gluten,, Potato, Starch,, Maltodextrin,, Cornstarch,, Tapioca, Dextrin,, Paprika, Color,, Garlic, Powder,, Wheat, Starch,, Dextrose,, Natural, Flavors,, Potassium, Salt,, Hot, Sauce, (Aged, Cayenne, Peppers,, Vinegar,, Salt,, Garlic, Powder),, Yeast, Extract,, Yeast,, Sugar,, Spices,, Onion, Powder,, Leavening, (Sodium, Acid, Pyrophosphate,, Sodium, Bicarbonate),, Vinegar,, Citric, Acid,, Yellow, Corn, Flour,, Paprika, Extract, Color,, Turmeric, Extract, Color,, Annatto, Extract, Color..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Corn - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •Canola - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •Sunflower - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •Yeast Extract - Processed emulsifier
- •Paprika Color - Artificial coloring
- •Paprika Extract Color - Artificial coloring
- •Turmeric Extract Color - Artificial coloring
- •Annatto Extract Color - Artificial coloring
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains isolated proteins, methylcellulose, maltodextrin, multiple added flavors, color extracts and other industrial ingredients characteristic of ultra-processed foods, indicating a NOVA 4 classification.
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Common Questions about MorningStar Farms Buffalo Wings
That depends on your definition of healthy! With 14 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber per serving, they can be a decent option for a quick snack or meal, especially if you're looking for something hearty. Just keep in mind that they do contain some sodium and added sugars, so moderation is key.
