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Vans Waffles, Power Grains
Frozen Foods
📊 NOVA 4🥛 Dairy-Free

Vans Waffles, Power Grains

Van's
9 oz
Available at Foodtown
200
Calories
10g
Protein
6g
Sugars
170mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
58
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Van's Power Grains waffles arrive in the freezer aisle near other toaster waffles, frozen pancakes and quick breakfast solutions, often shelved by health-forward brands and whole-grain options. Shoppers will find them near plant-forward breakfast foods, bagged breakfast meats and boxed cereal, in a bright, family-friendly box that hints at nutrition with grain imagery and the phrase "Power Grains." These waffles fit into rushed mornings, lazy weekend brunches, and easy after-school breakfasts — shoppers toss them straight into a toaster or oven for a hot, familiar plate served with butter and syrup or topped with yogurt and fruit. The brand positions itself as a better-for-you convenience choice: a mainstream natural/health niche appealing to busy parents, young professionals, and label-conscious shoppers who want whole-grain cues without sacrificing speed. Packaging leans on health halos — whole grains, simple serving suggestions, and a homey aesthetic — rather than organic certification; ingredients list shows a mix of whole grain flours alongside enriched flour and functional additives. Sensory impressions: a golden, slightly crisp exterior with a tender, cake-like interior studded with grainy flecks and a mild cinnamon note; bite is soft rather than dense, designed for quick reheating rituals. Typical use is ritualized — toaster, plate, drizzle — and the product trades artisanal claims for predictable consistency. In plain terms, these waffles are pre-cooked and formulated for convenience: they combine whole-grain components with refined flours, added leavening agents and emulsifiers to deliver uniform texture and shelf stability, reflecting a mid-level processed frozen breakfast product common in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2
Servings per Container: 3
Calories200
% Daily Value*
Total Fat7g9%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Sodium170mg7%
Total Carbohydrate27g10%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Total Sugars6g
Added Sugars6g12%
Protein10g
* 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

Water,, Enriched, Flour, (Wheat, Flour,, Malted, Barley, Flour,, Niacin,, Reduced, Iron,, Thiamine, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid),, Grain, Blend, (Whole, Wheat, Flour,, Wheat,, Oats,, Millet,, Rice),, Wheat, Protein, Isolate,, Cane, Sugar,, Expeller, Pressed, Canola, Oil,, Contains, 2%, or, Less:, Wheat, Gluten,, Baking, Powder, (Sodium, Acid, Pyrophosphate,, Baking, Soda,, Monocalcium, Phosphate),, Calcium, Carbonate,, Cinnamon,, Oat, Fiber,, Soy, Lecithin,, Natural, Flavor..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • canola - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

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 formulations (wheat protein isolate, emulsifiers, added leavening agents, 'natural flavor') and is a pre-cooked, packaged frozen convenience food, which fits the ultra-processed NOVA 4 category.

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Common Questions about Vans Waffles, Power Grains

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? These waffles pack a decent protein punch with 10 grams per serving, which is great if you're looking for a filling breakfast. However, they do have some added sugars and aren't exactly high in fiber, so if you're aiming for a super clean diet, you might want to pair them with some fruit or nut butter for a more balanced meal.

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