
TGI Fridays Frozen Appetizers Cheddar Cheese Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers, 8 oz. Box
What You Should Know
TGI Fridays Cheddar Cheese Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers arrive in the frozen appetizer aisle, usually shelved with other ready-to-heat party foods like mozzarella sticks, potato skins, chicken bites and frozen wings. Shoppers find them near other branded frozen snacks and convenience-minded products intended for gatherings and quick meals. These 8‑ounce boxes are positioned for game nights, casual weekend entertaining and last-minute appetizer runs. The brand leans on a casual dining, restaurant-style image — a chain-inspired comfort-food promise aimed at families, young adults and party hosts who want bar-style snacks at home. Packaging touts restaurant favorites and “ready to heat,” which creates a convenience and indulgence halo; there are no organic or natural-certification claims, and the ingredient list includes several processed components and preservatives. In plain terms, this is a heavily processed frozen snack: formulated, breaded, and preserved for shelf stability and consistent texture. Sensory expectations are straightforward — a crisp, golden breadcrumb exterior that yields to a warm, creamy cheddar filling with a bright jalapeño bite; contrast between crunchy shell and melty interior is the main appeal. The box invites simple rituals: preheating the oven or firing up a deep fryer, arranging poppers on a platter, and sharing them with dipping sauces during TV viewing or backyard gatherings. Saltier and savory, they trade home-cooking authenticity for speed and reliable, familiar flavor that fits American party and convenience food culture.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
JALAPENO, PEPPERS, (CONTAINS, WATER,, SALT,, ACETIC, ACID,, CALCIUM, CHLORIDE,, SODIUM, BENZOATE, [PRESERVATIVE]),, WATER,, WHEAT, FLOUR,, CHEESE, BLEND, (CHEDDAR, CHEESE, [CULTURED, MILK,, SALT,, ENZYMES],, WATER,, MILK, PROTEIN, CONCENTRATE,, CANOLA, OIL,, ENZYME, MODIFIED, CHEESE, [CULTURED, MILK,, WATER,, MILKFAT,, SALT,, ENZYMES],, SODIUM, PHOSPHATE,, SODIUM, HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE,, SALT,, LACTIC, ACID,, SORBIC, ACID, [PRESERVATIVE],, APOCAROTENAL, [COLOR]),, BLEACHED, WHEAT, FLOUR,, SOYBEAN, OIL,, MODIFIED, CORNSTARCH,, CHEESE, POWDER, (WHEY,, MODIFIED, FOOD, STARCH,, NATURAL, FLAVORS,, CHEDDAR, CHEESE, [PASTEURIZED, MILK,, CHEESE, CULTURES,, SALT,, ENZYMES],, SALT,, CELLULOSE, GUM,, CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF, YEAST, EXTRACT,, BUTTER, [CREAM,, SALT],, DISODIUM, PHOSPHATE,, GUAR, GUM,, SPICE,, LACTIC, ACID,, MONO, &, DIGLYCERIDES,, BUTTERMILK,, NONFAT, MILK,, ANNATTO, EXTRACT, [COLOR]),, CONTAINS, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF, THE, FOLLOWING:, SALT,, SUGAR,, ANNATTO, EXTRACT, (COLOR),, CARAMEL, COLOR,, OLEORESIN, PAPRIKA, (COLOR),, YEAST,, YELLOW, CORN, FLOUR,, DEXTROSE,, DRIED, EGG, WHITES,, DRIED, GARLIC,, DRIED, ONION,, LEAVENING, (SODIUM, BICARBONATE,, SODIUM, ACID, PYROPHOSPHATE,, MONOCALCIUM, PHOSPHATE),, NONFAT, DRY, MILK,, SODIUM, ALGINATE,, SPICE, EXTRACTS,, SPICES..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •CANOLA OIL - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •SOYBEAN OIL - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •MONO & DIGLYCERIDES - Processed emulsifier
- •SODIUM BENZOATE - Synthetic preservative
- •SORBIC ACID - Synthetic preservative
- •APOCAROTENAL - Artificial coloring
- •ANNATTO EXTRACT - Artificial coloring
- •CARAMEL COLOR - Artificial coloring
- •OLEORESIN PAPRIKA - Artificial coloring
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains multiple industrial ingredients (modified starch, emulsifiers, preservatives, enzyme‑modified cheese, colorants) and is a ready‑to‑heat frozen snack, fitting the ultraprocessed NOVA 4 category.
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Common Questions about TGI Fridays Frozen Appetizers Cheddar Cheese Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers, 8 oz. Box
Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! These poppers are more of a fun treat than a health food, clocking in at 210 calories per serving with 12 grams of fat. If you're looking for a tasty snack or appetizer, they're great for that, but they aren't exactly a superfood.
