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Mini Cornbread Loaves, 12 Pack
Bakery
📊 NOVA 4

Mini Cornbread Loaves, 12 Pack

Muffin Town
24 oz
Available at Foodtown
180
Calories
3g
Protein
12g
Sugars
180mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
65
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Muffin Town Mini Cornbread Loaves (12 pack, 24 oz) reads like a packaged comfort-food staple you’d find on an American grocery shelf. You'd typically spot it in the bakery or boxed-breads aisle, shelved beside muffins, pre-packaged dinner rolls, and boxed cornbread mixes — often near barbecue sauces and picnic staples. The brand leans on a small-town, family-made vibe (“Home town goodness since 1978”), aimed at value-conscious shoppers who want a ready-to-serve side for casual gatherings. This product fits weekend brunches, potlucks, tailgates, and quick weeknight dinners where convenience and familiarity matter: warm a loaf for a dinner side, toss a few in a picnic basket, or bring them to a holiday potluck to pair with chilis and greens. The label projects a wholesome, homey image rather than premium or organic positioning; there are no organic certifications and the ingredient list contains standard bakery additives and preservatives. Visuals and copy emphasize tradition and convenience more than natural claims, though natural coloring agents like annatto and turmeric are present. In plain terms, these are highly processed, shelf-stable mini loaves made from enriched flours, sweeteners, gums, and leavening agents. Sensory experience: small golden loaves with a slightly sweet corn flavor, soft moist crumb, and a lightly crisp exterior; they’re designed to be warmed briefly and eaten by hand or plated as a side. Packaging is single-brand retail packaging holding a dozen minis for easy portioning and sharing, reinforcing a ritual of quick warming and serving at casual meals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 onz
Servings per Container: 12
Calories180
% Daily Value*
Total Fat7g9%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Cholesterol15mg5%
Sodium180mg8%
Total Carbohydrate27g10%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars12g
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

Enriched, Flour, (Niacin,, Reduced, Iron,, Thiamin, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid,, Malted, Barley),, Water,, Sugar,, Cornmeal,, Soybean/Canola, Oil,, Dextrose,, Milk, Whey,, Soybean, Oil,, Modified, Corn, Starch,, Egg,, Corn, Syrup,, Egg, Extender, (Wheat, Flour,, Egg, Yolk,, Whole, Egg, Solids,, Soybean, Oil,, Guar, Gums,, Soy, Lecithin,, Sodium, Bicarbonate,, Annatto, &, Turmeric, Oleoresin,, Enzymes),, Leavening, (Sodium, Aluminum, Phosphate,, Baking, Soda),, Salt,, Calcium, Acetate,, Xanthan, Gum,, Soy, Flour,, Potassium, Sorbate..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Canola Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • Potassium Sorbate - Synthetic preservative
  • Annatto - Artificial coloring
  • Turmeric Oleoresin - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo PreservativeNo 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?

The ingredient list features refined flours, multiple sweeteners, emulsifiers, gums, modified starch, chemical leavening agents, and a preservative, indicating industrial formulations and ready-to-eat processing consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed foods).

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Common Questions about Mini Cornbread Loaves, 12 Pack

That depends on your definition of healthy! These loaves are definitely a treat rather than a superfood. With 180 calories and 12 grams of sugar per serving, they’re more of an indulgence than a health food, but they can fit into a balanced diet if enjoyed in moderation.

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
game-day-prep
road-trip

Vibe:

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