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Utz Honey Wheat Pretzel Barrel
Snacks, Chips & Dips
📊 NOVA 3🥛 Dairy-Free

Utz Honey Wheat Pretzel Barrel

Utz
24 oz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
2g
Protein
4g
Sugars
170mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
22
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Utz Honey Wheat Pretzel Barrel is the kind of snack you'll spot on a middle shelf of the grocery snack aisle, often displayed near other pretzels, bagged chips, party mixes, and nuts. Packaged in a clear plastic barrel or tub that emphasizes bulk and grab-and-go convenience, it reads as an everyday family snack rather than a specialty item. The product fits quick shopping trips for weekend gatherings, after-school snack runs, road-trip packing, or as an easy addition to a party spread. Utz positions itself as a classic American snack brand with Mid-Atlantic roots; its messaging leans on nostalgia, value, and approachable flavor rather than gourmet pretensions, appealing to families, budget-conscious shoppers, and people looking for familiar comfort foods. On the label you’ll notice simple-sounding cues — “honey,” “wheat,” and visible whole-wheat flour in the ingredient list — which create a gentle ‘‘natural’’ health halo, though there is no organic certification or prominent health claims. In plain terms, this is a commercially baked, shelf-stable snack made from basic baking ingredients and packaged for mass retail. Sensory experience centers on a sturdy, dry snap: thin, golden-brown pretzel twists with a slightly coarse wheat crumb, a light toasted flavor, and a mild honeyed sweetness balanced by salt. Rituals around consumption are casual — scooping handfuls from the barrel at a tailgate, packing them into lunchboxes, or dipping into mustard or cream cheese at a party. The overall story is familiar and practical: an accessible, slightly sweet wheat pretzel for everyday American snacking.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 onz
Servings per Container: 24
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1.5g2%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium170mg7%
Total Carbohydrate21g8%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars4g
Added Sugars4g8%
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

Wheat, Flour,, Whole, Wheat, Flour,, Sugar,, Brown, Sugar,, Honey,, Vegetable, Oil, (Corn, Oil,, Sunflower, Oil,, or, Canola, Oil),, Salt,, Yeast,, Baking, Soda..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • corn oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • sunflower oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • canola oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from basic baking ingredients (wheat flours, sugars, honey, oil, yeast) and baked and packaged industrially, it is a processed food rather than an ultra‑processed formulation with extensive additives. The short ingredient list and absence of emulsifiers or artificial flavors support a NOVA 3 classification.

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Common Questions about Utz Honey Wheat Pretzel Barrel

The Honey Wheat Pretzel Barrel can be a fun snack, but calling it 'healthy' depends on your dietary goals. With 110 calories and a mix of whole wheat and sugars, it’s better for a quick nibble than a full meal. Consider it a treat rather than a health food, especially if you're watching your sugar or carb intake.

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
road-trip

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