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Nabisco Ritz Party Size
Snacks, Chips & Dips
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Nabisco Ritz Party Size

Ritz
27.40 oz
Available at Foodtown
80
Calories
1g
Protein
1g
Sugars
130mg
Sodium
41
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Ritz Nabisco Party Size crackers are a familiar fixture in American grocery aisles — a large 27.4 oz bulk box holding eight individually wrapped sleeves, usually shelved in the cracker and cookies aisle alongside other snack crackers, cheese crackers, peanut butter and party dip mixes. The product reads as a go-to for gatherings: picnic spreads, appetizer trays, and last-minute entertaining when a neutral, buttery cracker is needed as a platform for toppings. Brand positioning leans on heritage and approachability — Ritz markets itself as an all-American, family-friendly snack with broad appeal across ages and incomes; it evokes nostalgia and comfort rather than gourmet pretensions. The label leans on simple cues: “original” flavor, visible salt crystals, and the phrase “natural flavor,” but it carries no organic or non-GMO certification and plainly lists common allergens (wheat, soy). Visually and texturally the crackers are thin, crisp and evenly browned with a light, flaky crumb and a mild buttery-salty finish; they snap cleanly when bitten and are designed to hold spreads without immediate sogginess. Packaging is convenient — a large retail box with tightly wrapped sleeves to lock in crunch — encouraging grab-and-go use or tray assembly. In plain language, these crackers are made from refined ingredients and factory processing steps (enriched flour, multiple oils, added sweeteners and flavorings), placing them among highly processed pantry staples. Rituals around Ritz include assembling quick hors d’oeuvres, stacking peanut butter and jelly between two crackers for a child’s treat, or using them as a neutral base for both everyday snacks and party hors d’oeuvres.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 5.0
Servings per Container: 49
Calories80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat4.5g6%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Sodium130mg6%
Total Carbohydrate10g4%
Total Sugars1g
Protein1g
* 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

INGREDIENTS:, UNBLEACHED, ENRICHED, FLOUR, (WHEAT, FLOUR,, NIACIN,, REDUCED, IRON,, THIAMINE, MONONITRATE, [VITAMIN, B1],, RIBOFLAVIN, [VITAMIN, B2],, FOLIC, ACID),, SOYBEAN, AND/OR, CANOLA, OIL,, PALM, OIL,, SUGAR,, SALT,, LEAVENING, (CALCIUM, PHOSPHATE,, BAKING, SODA),, HIGH, FRUCTOSE, CORN, SYRUP,, SOY, LECITHIN,, NATURAL, FLAVOR.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
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

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 enriched refined flour, multiple added oils, high fructose corn syrup, soy lecithin and 'natural flavor' — ingredients and formulations characteristic of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Nabisco Ritz Party Size

Defining 'healthy' can be a bit of a slippery slope! Ritz Party Size crackers are certainly a tasty snack option, with only 80 calories per serving. However, they do contain refined ingredients and high fructose corn syrup, so while they're not exactly a superfood, they can fit into a balanced diet if enjoyed in moderation.

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
weekend-brunch

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