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Pepperidge Farm Italian White Bread
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Pepperidge Farm Italian White Bread

Pepperidge Farm
20 oz
Available at Foodtown
80
Calories
3g
Protein
1g
Sugars
130mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
51
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Pepperidge Farm Italian White Bread arrives on the supermarket shelf in the packaged-bread aisle, usually stacked beside other national-brand sandwich loaves, rolls and burger buns. You’ll spot it near white and wheat sandwich breads, lunchtime fillings and pre-sliced loaf varieties. It’s the sort of bread people toss in their cart on weekly family grocery trips, back-to-school runs and meal-prep Sundays when lunchtime sandwiches and quick breakfasts are on the menu. The brand leans on a heritage, family-friendly positioning — a mid-market, nostalgia-tinged option that promises reliable flavor and softness rather than artisan pretension. Marketing emphasizes comforting, everyday enjoyment rather than health claims; the label highlights “Italian” style and large, flavorful slices but does not carry organic certification. Packaging is a standard plastic bag with a twist or clip, fully sliced for convenience; sesame seeds on top and a soft, moist crumb give it a homey look that appeals to parents and sandwich makers. On the ingredient list you’ll find enriched wheat flour, added oils and small-amount additives and preservatives — typical of commercially produced sliced loaves — so while the loaf feels mainstream and familiar, it’s made via industrial baking processes. Sensory cues are simple: a pillowy, tender interior, thin soft crust, faint malty and wheaty aroma, and a clean, neutral flavor that toasts and grills predictably. Rituals around this bread include school lunches, grilled cheese afternoons, and simple deli sandwiches — an everyday staple anchored in convenience, comfort, and reliable shelf life.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 18
Calories80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium130mg6%
Total Carbohydrate15g5%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
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,, Yeast,, Vegetable, Oils, (Soybean, and/or, Canola),, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of:, Sugar,, Salt,, Natural, Flavors,, Wheat, Gluten,, Monoglycerides,, Calcium, Propionate, and, Sorbic, Acid, to, Extend, Freshness,, DATEM,, Malted, Barley, Flour,, Soy, Lecithin,, Nonfat, Milk,, Sesame, Seeds..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • soybean - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • canola - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • monoglycerides - Processed emulsifier
  • 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 refined enriched flour and multiple industrial additives (emulsifiers like DATEM and monoglycerides, preservatives such as calcium propionate and sorbic acid, soy lecithin, and 'natural flavors'), consistent with ultra-processed foods (NOVA 4).

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Common Questions about Pepperidge Farm Italian White Bread

It really depends on what you’re comparing it to! It has a low sugar content and provides some essential nutrients like iron and B vitamins thanks to the enriched flour. However, it’s not a whole grain bread, so if you’re looking for a fiber powerhouse or something packed with whole ingredients, you might want to explore other options.

Perfect For

back-to-school
meal-prep-sunday
weekend-brunch

Vibe:

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