Soft Pretzel Bites

Why this score

• Capped: contains Fully Hydrogenated Vegetable OilFDA: artificial trans fat banned
• High in salt; medium sugar, saturated fatFSA traffic lights per 100g: high salt; medium sugar, saturated fat (−0.9).

Ingredients (44)

• 6Enriched flourRefined grain with added vitamins; minimally nutritious.
• 10WaterEssential ingredient; no processing concerns.
• 3SugarSimple sugar; empty calories, no nutritional benefit.
• 4MargarineHighly processed fat; contains hydrogenated/trans fats historically; modern versions better.
• 4Palm oilSaturated fat; environmental and health concerns.
• 6SaltFlavoring and preservative; acceptable in moderate amounts.
• 6ButterNatural fat source; high in saturated fat but whole ingredient.
• 8Sweet Cream Buttermilk SolidsDairy product, minimally processed, good protein and calcium source
• 7Soy lecithin emulsifierNatural emulsifier derived from soy; safe and commonly used
• 5Caramel sauceProcessed sweetener; nutritional value unclear without full analysis
• 7Soybean LecithinNaturally derived emulsifier from soy, generally safe in food amounts
• 6Natural flavorFlavoring from natural sources; composition unclear.
• 7Citric AcidNatural preservative and acidulant; generally safe in normal amounts.
• 8Beta CaroteneNatural or synthetic precursor to vitamin A; safe nutrient fortification.
• 8Vitamin A palmitateFat-soluble vitamin A; synthetic form; safe at fortification levels.
• 9EggsWhole food protein and nutrient source.
• 7Wheat GlutenConcentrated protein from wheat, safe except for celiac individuals
• 5Sodium silicoaluminateUnknown ingredient — insufficient data to score
• 4Fully Hydrogenated Vegetable OilHighly processed fat, removes trans fats but offers minimal nutrition
• 5Soybean oilRefined vegetable oil; likely hydrogenated; high omega-6 content.
• 8Pea proteinPlant-based protein; minimally processed; supports protein content.
• 6Calcium propionatePreservative; safe but synthetic; prevents mold growth.
• 6Sorbic AcidNatural preservative; safe, antimicrobial.
• 3DextroseSimple sugar; high glycemic index, minimal nutrition.
• 5Wheat flourWhole grain derivative, nutritious staple ingredient
• 8YeastNatural leavening agent; safe and beneficial.
• 6Sorbitan monostearateSynthetic emulsifier; approved food additive, generally recognized as safe
• 8Ascorbic acidVitamin C; preservative and antioxidant.
• 8WheyDairy byproduct; high protein; generally safe.
• 7Corn flourWhole grain derivative; minimally processed, provides carbohydrates and fiber
• 6Monocalcium phosphateChemical leavening agent; safe but highly processed.
• 7EnzymesProcessing aid; generally recognized as safe.
• 8Soy flourPlant-based protein; processed but nutrient-dense.
• 8Nonfat milkDairy ingredient; protein/calcium source; minimal fat; whole food.
• 6Monocalcium Phosphate MonohydrateFood additive providing calcium and phosphorus, safe in normal amounts
• 7Sodium bicarbonateBaking soda; alkalizing agent, generally recognized as safe.
• 5DATEMDiacetyl tartaric acid ester; food additive, limited nutritional data
• 5Calcium stearateFood additive; limited research on safety at typical use levels
• 5Sodium stearoyl lactylateDough conditioner; synthetic emulsifier, safe but industrial additive.
• 6Soy lecithinProcessed emulsifier; derived from soy; generally recognized as safe.
• 6Sodium HydroxidePH adjuster; safe when used to balance formulations.
• 6Calcium sulfateDough conditioner; synthetic but safe.
• 8Calcium CarbonateNatural mineral, provides bioavailable calcium, commonly used in fortification
• 7Calcium PhosphateFood-grade mineral supplement, safe additive for calcium fortification

Allergens

Contains: eggs, gluten, milk, soy

Declared on the product label. Anything not listed here simply wasn't declared - that is not the same as being free from it. Always check the packaging.