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Pepperidge Farm Seeded Jewish Rye Bread
Bakery
📊 NOVA 4🥛 Dairy-Free

Pepperidge Farm Seeded Jewish Rye Bread

Pepperidge Farm®
16 oz
Available at Foodtown
80
Calories
3g
Protein
1g
Sugars
170mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
57
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Pepperidge Farm Seeded Jewish Rye Bread occupies a familiar spot on supermarket shelves — the packaged bread aisle near other sliced sandwich loaves, bagels, and specialty rye or pumpernickel varieties, sometimes tucked close to the deli counter. The loaf’s clear plastic bag, branded with Pepperidge Farm’s heritage logo, signals a reliably produced, bakery-style product for everyday use. This seeded rye is positioned as a slightly upmarket, traditional option: caraway seeds and the “rye” label evoke Old World flavor and sandwich culture, while the Pepperidge Farm name trades on nostalgia and consistent quality that appeals to adults and families seeking a classic sandwich or toast base. It’s a natural pick for weekend brunches (think smoked fish or egg sandwiches), weekday school or office sandwich prep, or dinners that call for hearty bread on the side. The label leans into wholesome cues — visible seeds and “rye” terminology — but carries no organic certification and no child-focused packaging; instead it uses a grown-up, heritage marketing angle rather than playful kid branding. In plain terms, this is a factory-made, packaged bread loaf: it’s processed to extend shelf life and uniformity, using emulsifiers, preservatives, and enriched flour. Sensory experience is straightforward — a slightly dense, fine-crumb interior with pockets of caraway crunch, a thin soft crust, mild malt and rye notes; slices come pre-sliced in a resealable plastic bag for convenience. Rituals around it include quick breakfast toasting, deli-style sandwich assembly, and lunchbox prep, offering accessible, familiar comfort for everyday American eating occasions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 14
Calories80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium170mg7%
Total Carbohydrate15g5%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars1g
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

MADE, FROM:, ENRICHED, WHEAT, FLOUR, (FLOUR,, NIACIN,, REDUCED, IRON,, THIAMINE, MONONITRATE,, RIBOFLAVIN,, FOLIC, ACID),, WATER,, RYE, FLOUR,, YEAST,, WHEAT, GLUTEN,, CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF:, CARAWAY, SEEDS,, SALT,, VEGETABLE, OIL, (SOYBEAN, AND/OR, CANOLA),, MOLASSES,, CALCIUM, PROPIONATE, AND, SORBIC, ACID, TO, EXTEND, FRESHNESS,, LACTIC, ACID,, MONOGLYCERIDES,, MALTED, BARLEY, FLOUR,, GARLIC, AND, ONION, POWDERS,, DEXTROSE,, SOY, LECITHIN. CONTAINS:, WHEAT,, 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
  • monoglycerides - 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?

This packaged, mass-produced loaf contains refined enriched flour, industrial additives (emulsifiers, preservatives), and flavoring ingredients typical of ultra-processed foods, indicating a NOVA group 4 classification.

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Common Questions about Pepperidge Farm Seeded Jewish Rye Bread

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! It’s relatively low in sugar and calories, making it a decent option for a sandwich or toast. However, it’s not particularly high in fiber or protein compared to other bread options, so if you’re looking for a nutrient powerhouse, you might want to explore some whole grain options.

Perfect For

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