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

Pepperidge Farm Seedless Jewish Rye Bread

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

What You Should Know

Pepperidge Farm Seedless Jewish Rye Bread is a familiar sight in the packaged bread aisle of American supermarkets, typically shelved near other specialty and sandwich breads such as pumpernickel, marble rye, and seeded loaves. You might spot it adjacent to sliced sandwich breads, bagels, and deli bread products rather than in the fresh bakery case. It fits shopping lists for weekday sandwiches, deli-style dinners, toast at weekend brunch, and quick grocery runs when you need bread for sandwiches or grilled cheese. Pepperidge Farm positions itself as a heritage, moderately premium mainstream brand that appeals to shoppers seeking consistent, nostalgic comfort foods — often older adults, families, and those who grew up with the brand. The packaging and copy lean into tradition and flavor rather than organic or natural claims; there is no organic certification and the label instead highlights rye flavor, softness, and convenience. Health halos may come from terms like rye and seedless, and from enriched flour fortification, but the ingredient list also shows preservatives and emulsifiers. In plain language, this is a commercially made, shelf-stable sliced bread that has undergone industrial processing to lengthen freshness and standardize texture. Sensory notes: a soft, smooth interior with a mild rye tang, thin crust, even crumb and thin slices that toast uniformly; the bag is a branded plastic sleeve, usually pre-sliced and sealed with a twist tie or clip. Rituals include making classic deli sandwiches, toasting for breakfast, or using as a steady, reliable base for quick meals at home.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.1 oz
Servings per Container: 1
Calories80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium170mg7%
Total Carbohydrate14g5%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars1g
Added Sugars1g2%
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,, WHEAT, GLUTEN,, YEAST,, CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF:, SALT,, GROUND, CARAWAY,, VEGETABLE, OIL, (SOYBEAN, AND/OR, CANOLA),, MOLASSES,, CALCIUM, PROPIONATE, AND, SORBIC, ACID, TO, EXTEND, FRESHNESS,, MONOGLYCERIDES,, LACTIC, ACID,, 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
  • mono/diglycerides - 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?

The product contains industrial additives such as calcium propionate, sorbic acid, monoglycerides, and soy lecithin plus enriched flours and preservatives, consistent with NOVA group 4 ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Pepperidge Farm Seedless Jewish Rye Bread

Well, calling it 'healthy' really depends on your dietary goals! It has some beneficial nutrients like iron and calcium, but it's definitely not a superfood. If you're looking for whole grains and high fiber, you might want to explore other options. But if you're just craving a delicious sandwich, this rye bread can be part of a balanced diet.

Perfect For

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Vibe:

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