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Thomas' English Muffins, Honey Wheat
Bakery
📊 NOVA 4

Thomas' English Muffins, Honey Wheat

Thomas'
12 oz
Available at Foodtown
130
Calories
5g
Protein
2g
Sugars
190mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
52
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Thomas' English Muffins, Honey Wheat is a familiar packaged breakfast bread you’ll find in the refrigerated or bread aisle near bagels, toaster pastries, and packaged rolls. The 12 oz bag of honey wheat muffins sits alongside other flavored English muffins and breakfast breads, often displayed near butter, jams, and breakfast sandwich ingredients. It suits quick weekday breakfasts, back-to-school lunchbox builds, and relaxed weekend brunches where people want a toaster-ready base for eggs, cheese, or jam. Brand positioning leans on heritage and convenience: Thomas' evokes American breakfast tradition and family-oriented marketing aimed at parents and busy households who want a recognizable, easy option with a nod to wholesomeness. The label uses small health halos — mentions of whole grains per muffin and a touch of honey, plus statements like natural flavor — but it is not organic and carries no natural foods certification; packaging and kid-friendly sizing emphasize convenience and routine. In plain terms, these muffins are mass-produced: dough is mixed, shaped, and baked in a commercial process and includes preservatives, emulsifiers, a sweetener, and other functional ingredients to extend shelf life and texture consistency. Sensory cues: each muffin toasts to a golden, slightly crisp exterior, revealing a chewy, aerated interior riddled with nooks and crannies that hold butter and spreads; honey provides a mild sweetness. Packaging is a soft printed plastic bag with a twist or clip, reinforcing grab-and-go use and simple rituals — split with a fork, toast, top, and eat at the table or on the run.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 6
Calories130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0.5g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium190mg8%
Total Carbohydrate26g9%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars2g
Protein5g
* 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, Wheat, Flour, [Flour,, Malted, Barley, Flour,, Reduced, Iron,, Niacin,, Thiamin, Mononitrate, (Vitamin, B1),, Riboflavin, (Vitamin, B2),, Folic, Acid],, Water,, Whole, Wheat, Flour,, Farina,, Honey,, Wheat, Gluten,, Sugar,, Yeast,, Salt,, Calcium, Propionate, And, Sorbic, Acid, (To, Preserve, Freshness),, Vegetable, Oil, (Soybean),, Natural, Flavor,, Monoglyerides,, Soy, Lecithin,, Sucralose,, Soy,, Whey,, Dextrose,, Corn, Cereal..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Monoglyerides - Processed emulsifier
  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • Calcium Propionate - Synthetic preservative
  • Sorbic Acid - Synthetic preservative
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Preservative

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?

The product is industrially formulated with refined and enriched flours, preservatives, emulsifiers, sucralose, and added flavors, which places it in NOVA group 4 (ultraprocessed). These ingredients and multi-step manufacturing indicate significant industrial processing beyond simple baking.

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Common Questions about Thomas' English Muffins, Honey Wheat

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! These muffins provide a decent source of carbohydrates and protein, making them a good option for a quick breakfast or snack. However, they're not high in fiber or packed with whole food ingredients, so if you're comparing them to a homemade whole grain muffin, they might not measure up. Think of them as a convenient choice rather than a superfood!

Perfect For

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back-to-school
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Vibe:

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