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Pepperidge Farm Bread, Sliced Enriched, Sandwich, White
Bakery
📊 NOVA 4

Pepperidge Farm Bread, Sliced Enriched, Sandwich, White

Pepperidge Farm®
16 oz
Available at Foodtown
130
Calories
4g
Protein
2g
Sugars
230mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
49
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Pepperidge Farm Sliced Enriched White Sandwich Bread is a classic, store-aisle staple you’ll find in the bakery/bread section of most American supermarkets, usually stacked near other sandwich breads, hamburger and hot dog buns, and sliced bagels. Packaged as a 16-oz double-wrapped loaf with about 20 slices, the label leans into nostalgia and household reliability — “baked with care” and “no high-fructose corn syrup” are prominent marketing points. It’s positioned as an all-purpose, family-friendly white loaf: soft, lightly sweet, with a fine, springy crumb and a thin crust that toasts evenly. The texture is pillowy and consistent slice to slice, making it popular for school lunches, classic sandwiches, French toast and quick weekday breakfasts where convenience matters. The brand cues are mainstream and slightly premium compared with generic store brands, appealing to shoppers who want familiar quality without specialty-shop pricing; target demographics include families, commuters and anyone seeking a dependable sandwich bread. Label characteristics include health-halo statements (no high-fructose corn syrup, “enriched” flour) and allergy information (contains wheat, milk, soy); there are no organic or non-GMO certifications on this product and the packaging emphasizes freshness rather than natural or artisanal sourcing. In plain language, this is a processed commercial bread made from enriched flour and a small number of emulsifiers and preservatives to keep slices soft and shelf-stable. Sensory and ritual context: it’s commonly opened at the breakfast table for quick toast, grabbed for packed lunches, or used as the neutral backdrop for deli meats and peanut butter — an every-day convenience that feels familiar and comforting.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2.0
Servings per Container: 10
Calories130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2.5g3%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Sodium230mg10%
Total Carbohydrate23g8%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars2g
Added Sugars2g4%
Protein4g
* 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

MADE, FROM:, ENRICHED, WHEAT, FLOUR, (FLOUR,, NIACIN,, REDUCED, IRON,, THIAMINE, MONONITRATE,, RIBOFLAVIN,, FOLIC, ACID),, WATER,, SUGAR,, YEAST,, VEGETABLE, OIL, (SOYBEAN, AND/OR, CANOLA),, CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF:, WHEAT, GLUTEN,, SALT,, MONOGLYCERIDES,, WHEY,, CALCIUM, PROPIONATE, AND, SORBIC, ACID, TO, EXTEND, FRESHNESS,, MALTED, BARLEY, FLOUR,, SOY, LECITHIN., CONTAINS:, WHEAT,, MILK,, SOY..

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
  • calcium propionate - Synthetic preservative
  • sorbic acid - Synthetic preservative
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Preservative

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 (monoglycerides, soy lecithin, preservatives like calcium propionate and sorbic acid), refined/enriched flour, and processed vegetable oils, consistent with an ultraprocessed (NOVA 4) product.

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Common Questions about Pepperidge Farm Bread, Sliced Enriched, Sandwich, White

Well, that really depends on your definition of healthy! This bread has some added nutrients like iron and B vitamins thanks to the enriched wheat flour, but it’s not exactly a superfood. If you're looking for a good source of fiber or protein, you might want to consider whole grain options instead.

Perfect For

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