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Stauffer's Original Animal Crackers 16 oz
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Stauffer's Original Animal Crackers 16 oz

Stauffer's
16 oz
Available at Foodtown
120
Calories
2g
Protein
7g
Sugars
105mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
35
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Stauffer's Original Animal Crackers (16 oz) is a classic American snack you’ll find on supermarket shelves in the cookie and cracker aisle, shelved alongside other family cookies, snack crackers and kids’ lunchbox items. Packaged in a brightly illustrated cardboard box that echoes nostalgia, it reads as a kid-friendly, everyday treat marketed to parents buying for children and families seeking familiar comfort foods. It fits into weekday lunch packing, back-to-school shopping lists, road-trip snack bins, and casual at-home munching for movie nights or after-school snacks. The brand leans into tradition and approachable value — a heritage cookie that evokes childhood, playtime and simple indulgence rather than premium health claims. The label often highlights “original” and classic imagery; there are no organic or explicit health certifications on the ingredient list, and marketing typically uses kid-focused visuals rather than nutrition-forward messaging. In plain terms the product is produced in an industrial bakery setting and contains multiple refined and formulated ingredients (enriched flour, added sugars, emulsifiers and high-fructose corn syrup), placing it among more highly processed store-bought cookies. Sensory experience is straightforward: small, thin animal-shaped crackers with a dry, crisp snap, mildly sweet vanilla/spice notes and a fine crumb that makes them easy to dunk into milk or tea. The 16 oz box invites sharing and repeated snacking rituals — unboxing for lunchboxes, a handful during car rides, or a nostalgic treat at family gatherings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 16
Servings per Container: 15
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2g3%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium105mg5%
Total Carbohydrate24g9%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars7g
Added Sugars7g14%
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

Enriched, Flour, (Wheat, Flour,, Niacin,, Reduced, Iron,, Thiamine, Mononitrate, [Vitamin, B1],, Riboflavin, [Vitamin, B2],, Folic, Acid),, Sugar,, Soybean, Oil,, High, Fructose, Corn, Syrup,, Salt,, Baking, Soda, (for, Leavening),, Soy, Lecithin, (an, Emulsifier),, Natural, Flavor,, Spice..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean 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 refined and multiple industrial ingredients (enriched flour, added sugars, high-fructose corn syrup, emulsifier, natural flavor) and is produced as a shelf-stable formulated snack, characteristic of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Stauffer's Original Animal Crackers 16 oz

The Animal Crackers can be a fun snack, but calling them 'healthy' depends on your perspective. With 120 calories and 7 grams of added sugars per serving, they’re more of a treat than a health food. If you're looking for a quick energy boost or a nostalgic snack, these fit the bill, just keep portion sizes in mind!

Perfect For

back-to-school
road-trip
movie-night

Vibe:

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