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Pirate's Booty White Cheddar Puffs, 10 OZ
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📊 NOVA 4🌿 Organic

Pirate's Booty White Cheddar Puffs, 10 OZ

PIRATE BRANDS
Available at Whole Foods
140
Calories
2g
Protein
170mg
Sodium
34
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd spot Pirate's Booty White Cheddar Puffs in the snack aisle or in a pantry ready for movie nights, kids' lunchboxes, or casual get-togethers; it's marketed as a lighter, slightly 'wholesome' cheese puff because of organic cheddar on the label. The vibe is nostalgic and indulgent — airy, crunchy, cheesy comfort with a cleaner ingredient spin. The presence of maltodextrin, 'natural flavor', refined oils and the puffed/extruded form are classic ultraprocessing signals (NOVA 4), explaining the airy texture and long shelf life.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 1
Calories140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat6g8%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium170mg7%
Total Carbohydrate19g7%
Protein2g
* 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

CORNMEAL, RICE, FLOUR, SUNFLOWER, OIL, AND/OR, EXPELLER, PRESSED, CANOLA, OIL, MALTODEXTRIN, ORGANIC, CHEDDAR, CHEESE, (ORGANIC, MILK,, CULTURES,, SALT,, ENZYMES), ORGANIC, BUTTERMILK, SALT, NATURAL, FLAVOR, ORGANIC, SKIM, MILK, ORGANIC, BLACK, PEPPER, CITRIC, ACID, (FOR, FLAVOR)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • sunflower oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • canola oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial ingredients (maltodextrin, 'natural flavor'), refined/processed oils and is produced in a puffed/extruded form; despite some organic dairy ingredients, the formulation and processing match NOVA 4 ultraprocessed foods.

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Common Questions about Pirate's Booty White Cheddar Puffs, 10 OZ

When it comes to snacks, 'healthy' can be a slippery term. Pirate's Booty is relatively low in sugar and has no artificial sweeteners or dyes, which is a win in the snack world. However, it's not particularly high in protein or fiber, so while it can fit into a balanced diet, it's best enjoyed in moderation alongside other nutrient-dense foods.

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
back-to-school
road-trip

Vibe:

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$8.69
per package