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Thomas English Muffins, Sourdough
Bakery
📊 NOVA 4

Thomas English Muffins, Sourdough

Thomas'
12 oz
Available at Foodtown
140
Calories
4g
Protein
1g
Sugars
300mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
59
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Thomas' Sourdough English Muffins (6-count, 12 oz) sit in the bread and bakery aisle, often shelved near bagels, other English muffins, and toaster pastries where shoppers grab morning staples. The package — a clear, sealed plastic sleeve inside a branded cardboard tray — highlights the brand's longtime signature: “Nooks & Crannies.” These muffins are positioned as a convenient, slightly upscale everyday breakfast item for families and commuters who want a familiar, artisanal-leaning taste without the kitchen effort. Marketing leans on nostalgia and tradition (Thomas’ heritage and the sourdough note) while signaling modern convenience for busy mornings. Label cues include a sourdough descriptor, “natural flavor,” and an OU Dairy kosher mark; there’s no organic certification and no explicit “all-natural” guarantee. Sensory details: split and toasted, the exterior crisps quickly while the interior reveals airy, irregular nooks that catch butter, jam, or egg. Flavor is mildly tangy from sourdough notes, with a soft, slightly chewy crumb. Rituals around use include toasting, topping with butter or preserves, or assembling breakfast sandwiches with egg and cheese — quick, repeatable morning behaviors. In plain processing context: this is a prepackaged, commercially produced baked product that includes enriched flours, emulsifiers, and preservatives to extend shelf life and ensure consistent texture and flavor. Nutrition snapshots on-pack (around 140 calories, 300 mg sodium, 1 g sugar per muffin) make it an approachable choice for everyday breakfasts, brunch, or quick on-the-go meals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 6
Calories140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium300mg13%
Total Carbohydrate27g10%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars1g
Added Sugars1g2%
Protein4g
* 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,, Farina,, Yeast,, Sourdough, (Wheat, Flour),, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of, Each, of, the, Following:, Sugar,, Salt,, Vegetable, Oil, (Soybean),, Calcium, Propionate, and, Sorbic, Acid, (to, Preserve, Freshness),, Grain, Vinegar,, Lactic, Acid,, Natural, Flavor,, Calcium, Lactate,, Soy, Lecithin,, Soy,, Whey..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • soybean oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • 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?

Contains industrial ingredients and additives (preservatives, emulsifier, 'natural flavor', enriched flour) and is a prepackaged, ready-to-eat bakery product, fitting the ultra-processed NOVA 4 category.

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Common Questions about Thomas English Muffins, Sourdough

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! These muffins offer a decent source of carbs and a bit of protein, making them a filling choice for breakfast or a snack. With 140 calories and 2 grams of fiber, they can fit into a balanced diet, but they’re not exactly a superfood—just keep an eye on portion sizes if you're watching your calorie intake.

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