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Udi's, Gluten Free Classic Hamburger Buns
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Udi's, Gluten Free Classic Hamburger Buns

Udi's
10.40 oz
Available at Foodtown
220
Calories
3g
Protein
4g
Sugars
160mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
53
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Udi's Gluten Free Classic Hamburger Buns arrive in a soft, clear plastic bag and are most often found in the grocery store’s bakery or the dedicated gluten-free/free-from aisle, shelved near other sandwich breads, hot dog buns, and specialty gluten-free products. They read as a convenient pantry solution for anyone avoiding wheat but still craving classic American sandwich rituals. Suited to backyard barbecues, weeknight burgers, packed school lunches, and quick weekend grilling, these buns are positioned as an easy swap-in for traditional hamburger rolls. The Udi’s brand projects trusted, family-friendly gluten-free expertise—marketed to people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity as well as to health-conscious shoppers seeking familiar comfort foods without wheat. Labels prominently display “gluten free” and approachable, appetizing photography; there is no organic certification listed on the ingredient panel, and the bag emphasizes taste and texture over “natural” or organic claims. In plain processing terms, the product is made from refined and modified starches, isolated fibers and gums that are combined to mimic traditional bread structure and softness. Expect a tender, pillowy crumb with a slightly sweet note from cane sugar and tapioca syrup, a neutral off-white color, and a light chew from gums and egg whites; the buns toast quickly and hold burgers or sloppy joes without crumbling. Rituals include splitting and toasting on the grill, wrapping leftover halves in plastic, and using them as the center of casual family meals. Nutrition cues such as “gluten free” and the soft texture convey an indulgent-but-practical everyday choice in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 4
Calories220
% Daily Value*
Total Fat6g8%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium160mg7%
Total Carbohydrate39g14%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars4g
Added Sugars4g8%
Protein3g
* 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

INGREDIENTS:, WATER,, TAPIOCA, STARCH,, BROWN, RICE, FLOUR, (RICE, FLOUR,, RICE, BRAN, WITH, GERM),, CANOLA, OIL,, RESISTANT, CORN, STARCH,, EGG, WHITES,, INVERT, CANE, SUGAR,, TAPIOCA, MALTODEXTRIN,, POTATO, FLOUR,, CANE, SUGAR,, TAPIOCA, SYRUP,, YEAST,, SUGARCANE, FIBER,, SALT,, GUM, (XANTHAN, GUM,, SODIUM, ALGINATE,, GUAR, GUM),, CULTURED, CORN, SYRUP, SOLIDS,, CITRIC, ACID, (MOLD, INHIBITOR),, XANTHAN, GUM,, ENZYMES..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • canola oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • citric acid - Synthetic preservative
No Seed OilNo 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 multiple industrial ingredients and additives (maltodextrin, tapioca syrup, cultured corn syrup solids, xanthan/guar gums, resistant starches) and is reformulated to recreate bread texture, consistent with ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Udi's, Gluten Free Classic Hamburger Buns

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? These buns are gluten-free and low in sugar, but they do contain some processed ingredients like tapioca starch and canola oil. If you're looking for a quick and tasty option for your burger night, they fit the bill, but they might not be the best choice if you’re aiming for a whole-food diet.

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
game-day-prep
back-to-school

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