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Wonder Classic White Bread
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Wonder Classic White Bread

Wonder
20 oz
Available at Foodtown
140
Calories
5g
Protein
5g
Sugars
180mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
83
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Wonder Classic White Bread is a familiar, mass-market sliced sandwich loaf you’ll find on the center-store bread shelf beside other packaged sliced breads, buns, bagels and rolls rather than in the fresh bakery case. The 20‑oz loaf comes in a soft printed plastic bag—often sporting Wonder’s long-established balloon logo—and is typically fastened with a twist tie for household convenience. Shoppers commonly buy it for school lunches, weekday sandwiches, quick toast at breakfast and large-scale meal prep when predictability and low cost matter. Wonder’s brand positioning skews nostalgic and family-focused: it markets reliability, softness and value to busy parents and budget-conscious households who want an everyday, no-surprises loaf. Labeling emphasizes “classic” and “enriched” flour statements (added B vitamins and iron) rather than organic, non-GMO or “natural” claims, and it does not carry organic certification; shelf-life and freshness cues are implied by ingredients like calcium propionate. In plain language this product is a highly processed packaged bread made from refined and enriched flour with added dough conditioners, emulsifiers and preservatives to ensure consistent texture and longer shelf life. Sensory details: very soft, fine and pillowy crumb with a thin, slightly springy crust, uniformly machine-cut slices that stack neatly for sandwiches and toast. Ritual contexts include PB&J assembly lines for kids, grilled cheese at lunch, toast with butter for quick breakfasts, and bulk sandwich making for picnics or potlucks. Its story in American grocery culture is one of dependable convenience and comforting familiarity.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2.0
Servings per Container: 10
Calories140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1.5g2%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium180mg8%
Total Carbohydrate29g11%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Total Sugars5g
Added Sugars5g10%
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

Unbleached, Enriched, Flour, (Wheat, Flour,, Malted, Barley, Flour,, Niacin,, Reduced, Iron,, Thiamin, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid),, Water,, Sugar,, Yeast,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of, Each, of, the, Following:, Calcium, Carbonate,, Wheat, Gluten,, Soybean, Oil,, Salt,, Dough, Conditioners, (Contains, One, or, More, of, the, Following:, Sodium, Stearoyl, Lactylate,, Calcium, Stearoyl, Lactylate,, Monoglycerides,, Mono-, and, Diglycerides,, Distilled, Monoglycerides,, Calcium, Peroxide,, Calcium, Iodate,, DATEM,, Ethoxylated, Mono-, and, Diglycerides,, Enzymes,, Ascorbic, Acid),, Vinegar,, Monocalcium, Phosphate,, Citric, Acid,, Cholecalciferol, (Vitamin, D3),, Soy, Lecithin,, Calcium, Propionate, (to, Retard, Spoilage)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • Monoglycerides - Processed emulsifier
  • Mono- and Diglycerides - Processed emulsifier
  • Distilled Monoglycerides - Processed emulsifier
  • Calcium Propionate - 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 refined enriched flours, multiple industrial additives (dough conditioners, emulsifiers, preservatives) and is formulated for long shelf life and uniformity, characteristic of ultraprocessed foods.

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Common Questions about Wonder Classic White Bread

The definition of 'healthy' can vary quite a bit depending on your dietary goals. While it does provide some essential nutrients like iron and calcium, it's not exactly a whole grain powerhouse. If you're looking for a balanced diet, pairing it with protein and healthy fats can elevate its nutritional profile.

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Vibe:

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