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Mrs. Smith's Pie, Cherry
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Mrs. Smith's Pie, Cherry

Mrs. Smith's
35 oz
Available at Foodtown
340
Calories
3g
Protein
17g
Sugars
290mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
27
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Mrs. Smith's Original Flaky Crust Cherry Pie is a classic frozen dessert staple you’d spot in the supermarket’s frozen foods section, shelved with other ready-to-bake pies, cobblers, and frozen desserts, often near ice cream and baking shortcuts. It reads like an invitation to effortless celebration: a blue-ribbon branded, 35-ounce pie in a cardboard sleeve that promises the aromas and warmth of homemade baking with minimal effort. This product fits holiday dinners, family gatherings, weekend brunches, and last-minute entertaining—any occasion when someone wants a familiar, shareable dessert without labor. Brand positioning leans on nostalgia and home cooking traditions, targeting families and adults who remember homemade pies or want that comforting image; marketing emphasizes convenience, reliability, and an award-winning flaky crust rather than artisanal or organic credentials. Label characteristics include wholesome language like flaky crust and cherries, but no organic or non-GMO certification; ingredient-driven health halos are modest, and packaging highlights convenience and taste rather than nutritional superiority. In plain terms, this is a processed frozen pie made to be baked from frozen for quick serving. Sensory details: the crust promises a layered, flaky texture with buttery notes, while the filling is a glossy compote of tart cherries in a sweet, viscous syrup that slices into spoonable wedges; you get a contrast of crisp pastry edge and gooey fruit center. The ritual is simple—preheat, bake, cool slightly, slice—and the cardboard-and-tin packaging is designed for freezer storage and oven use, making it a go-to for casual celebrations and comfort-food moments.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.125
Servings per Container: 8
Calories340
% Daily Value*
Total Fat17g22%
Saturated Fat8g40%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium290mg13%
Total Carbohydrate40g15%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars17g
Added Sugars13g26%
Protein3g
* 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

INGREDIENTS:, FILLING:, CHERRIES,, WATER,, SUGAR,, CORN, SYRUP,, MODIFIED, FOOD, STARCH,, SALT,, XANTHAN, GUM., CRUST:, WHEAT, FLOUR,, PALM, OIL,, WATER,, BUTTER, (CREAM,, SALT),, SOYBEAN, OIL,, SALT,, DEXTROSE,, YEAST..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • soybean oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • soybean oil - 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?

Contains industrial formulations and additives (corn syrup, modified food starch, xanthan gum, palm oil, dextrose) and is a ready-to-bake frozen product, fitting the ultra-processed category.

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Common Questions about Mrs. Smith's Pie, Cherry

Well, 'healthy' can mean different things depending on your goals. If you're looking for a treat to enjoy occasionally, this pie fits the bill with its delightful cherry filling and buttery crust. However, it’s not exactly a health food, thanks to the added sugars and corn syrup. So, think of it as a dessert rather than a daily staple!

Perfect For

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Vibe:

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