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Pepperidge Farm Crusty Mozzarella Garlic Bread
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Pepperidge Farm Crusty Mozzarella Garlic Bread

Pepperidge Farm®
11.75 oz
Available at Foodtown
180
Calories
5g
Protein
1g
Sugars
300mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
90
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Pepperidge Farm Crusty Mozzarella Garlic Bread is presented as a convenient, oven-ready solution for anyone craving garlicky, cheesy bread with a bakery-style finish. In the grocery store you’re most likely to find it in the frozen foods section — grouped with frozen breads, garlic breads and pizza products — often near frozen appetizers and ready-to-bake sides. It’s packaged in a branded cardboard box that promises a freshly baked aroma after a short stint in the oven; inside is a foil or plastic-wrapped tray with the pre-sliced loaf. The product fits shopping trips focused on quick weeknight dinners, game-day spreads, or last-minute sides for family meals and casual entertaining. Pepperidge Farm’s positioning leans on heritage baking craft and approachable indulgence, aimed at busy families and home cooks who want “bakery” quality without the time investment; marketing emphasizes flavor, convenience, and premium ingredients like mozzarella. Label cues include callouts about enriched flour and mozzarella, plus product language that evokes a fresh-from-the-oven experience; there are no organic seals and the ingredient list includes both natural and artificial flavors. In plain terms this is a processed, ready-to-heat convenience item that contains emulsifiers, preservatives, and formulated margarine. Sensory details: a golden, slightly crisp crust gives way to a soft, tender crumb slathered with a savory, garlicky, oily-cheesy topping and flecks of parsley, delivering an indulgent, aromatic experience. Rituals around use are simple — preheat the oven, slide the tray in, warm until bubbly and golden, then serve as a side, snack or party accompaniment.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.76 oz
Servings per Container: 6
Calories180
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat3.5g18%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium300mg13%
Total Carbohydrate19g7%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars1g
Added Sugars1g2%
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

MADE, FROM:, ENRICHED, WHEAT, FLOUR, (FLOUR,, NIACIN,, REDUCED, IRON,, THIAMINE, MONONITRATE,, RIBOFLAVIN,, FOLIC, ACID),, WATER,, MARGARINE, (PALM, OIL,, WATER,, SOYBEAN, OIL,, SALT,, MONO, AND, DIGLYCERIDES,, SOY, LECITHIN,, SODIUM, BENZOATE, AS, A, PRESERVATIVE,, CITRIC, ACID,, NATURAL, &, ARTIFICIAL, FLAVOR,, BETA, CAROTENE, FOR, COLOR,, VITAMIN, A, PALMITATE,, WHEY),, MOZZARELLA, CHEESE, (PART-SKIM, MILK,, CULTURES,, SALT,, ENZYMES),, VEGETABLE, OILS, (SOYBEAN, AND/OR, CANOLA),, CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF:, YEAST,, SALT,, SUGAR,, CORN, MEAL,, GARLIC, POWDER,, MALTED, BARLEY, FLOUR,, DEXTROSE,, GARLIC, EXTRACT,, PARSLEY, FLAKES,, SOY, LECITHIN,, TURMERIC, AND, ANNATO, EXTRACT, FOR, COLOR., 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
  • sodium benzoate - Synthetic preservative
  • beta carotene - Artificial coloring
  • annato - 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 includes industrial formulations—margarine with preservatives, mono- and diglycerides, natural and artificial flavors, and other additives—consistent with ultraprocessed products designed for convenience and long shelf life.

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Common Questions about Pepperidge Farm Crusty Mozzarella Garlic Bread

Whether the Crusty Mozzarella Garlic Bread is healthy can depend on your dietary goals. At 180 calories per serving, it's not a calorie bomb, and it offers a bit of protein from the mozzarella cheese. However, it does contain added sugars and preservatives, which might not align with everyone's idea of healthy eating. Think of it as an occasional treat rather than a daily staple!

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
weekend-brunch

Vibe:

convenientcomfortingindulgentnostalgic
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