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A clear processing contrast between two iconic cracker brands. Triscuits are made from 3 ingredients: whole wheat, oil, and salt. Ritz Crackers contain a long ingredient list including sugar, HFCS, and partially hydrogenated oils in some formulations.
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Triscuits (Level 2, 3 ingredients) are significantly less processed than Ritz Crackers (Level 4, 15+ ingredients including sugar, HFCS, soy lecithin, and various leavening agents). This is one of the largest processing gaps in the cracker aisle.
Ritz Crackers vs Triscuits
Ritz Crackers
Triscuits
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Search Triscuits products →Our Verdict
Triscuits (Level 2, 3 ingredients) are significantly less processed than Ritz Crackers (Level 4, 15+ ingredients including sugar, HFCS, soy lecithin, and various leavening agents). This is one of the largest processing gaps in the cracker aisle.
Important Note
Processing levels can vary significantly between brands and specific products within each category. Always check the ingredient list of the specific product you are considering. Use our product search to look up exact processing scores.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are Triscuits so much simpler than Ritz?
Triscuits are woven whole wheat baked with oil and salt — a process that produces a sturdy cracker without needing emulsifiers or leavening. Ritz uses enriched bleached flour, sugar, HFCS, soybean oil, leavening agents, soy lecithin, and other ingredients to achieve its buttery, flaky texture.
Do Ritz Crackers still contain partially hydrogenated oils?
Ritz has reformulated in recent years to remove partially hydrogenated oils (trans fats) from most products following FDA regulations. However, the ingredient list remains significantly longer than Triscuits, with sugar, HFCS, and multiple emulsifiers still present.
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