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Snack Pack Chocolate Vanilla Flavored Pudding Cups, 3.25 oz., 4-Count
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Snack Pack Chocolate Vanilla Flavored Pudding Cups, 3.25 oz., 4-Count

Snack Pack
13 oz
Available at Foodtown
100
Calories
1g
Protein
13g
Sugars
120mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
32
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Snack Pack Chocolate Vanilla Flavored Pudding Cups are a shelf-stable, single-serve dessert you’re likely to find in the grocery aisle with other shelf-stable snacks and boxed puddings — think near Jell-O, canned fruit cups and other convenience desserts rather than in the refrigerated dairy case. Packaged as small 3.25 oz plastic cups in a 4-count tray with foil lids, they’re pitched as an anytime sweet fix: lunchbox additions, after-dinner treats, road-trip snacks or quick office desk desserts. The brand leans into family-friendly, nostalgic positioning—Snack Pack is aimed at parents buying for kids and adults looking for a reliable comfort snack; marketing emphasizes ease, portability and childhood memories. Label highlights include “made with real nonfat milk,” and claims of “no preservatives” and “no high fructose corn syrup,” while fine print lists additives like modified corn starch, emulsifiers and artificial colors (Yellow 5, Yellow 6) and the allergen MILK. There’s no organic certification and the product mixes “natural” cues with unmistakably processed ingredients. In plain processing terms, these are highly processed, shelf-stable puddings stabilized and emulsified for texture and long life. Sensory-wise expect a smooth, creamy, slightly gelatinous pudding mouthfeel with a sweet chocolate-vanilla flavor; the palm oil and stabilizers give a consistent, glossy texture. Rituals around use are simple: peel the foil and spoon directly from the cup, or top with whipped cream or sprinkles for kids’ parties. Its convenience, portioned format and recognizable branding make it a persistent fixture in American snack culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 4
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2.5g3%
Saturated Fat1.5g8%
Sodium120mg5%
Total Carbohydrate18g7%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars13g
Added Sugars12g24%
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

Water,, Nonfat, Milk,, Sugar,, Modified, Corn, Starch,, Palm, Oil,, Less, than, 2%, of:, Cocoa, (Processed, with, Alkali),, Salt,, Sodium, Stearoyl, Lactylate,, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavors,, Disodium, Phosphate,, Yellow, 5,, Yellow, 6._x000D_ CONTAINS:, MILK.

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Palm Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate - Processed emulsifier
  • Yellow 5 - Artificial coloring
  • Yellow 6 - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Additive

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains refined ingredients, multiple additives (modified corn starch, emulsifiers, preservatives-like stabilizers), palm oil and artificial colors/flavors and is formulated for shelf stability — characteristics of ultraprocessed foods.

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Common Questions about Snack Pack Chocolate Vanilla Flavored Pudding Cups, 3.25 oz., 4-Count

The Snack Pack pudding isn’t exactly what you'd call a health food, but it can fit into a balanced diet. With 100 calories and 13 grams of sugar per cup, it's more of a sweet treat than a nutritious snack. If you’re looking for a little indulgence, it’s definitely a fun option!

Perfect For

back-to-school
road-trip
movie-night

Vibe:

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