Sharp Cheddar, Parmesan Baked Snack Crackers, Sharp Cheddar, Parmesan
Processing Score
16.7Ultra-Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
5/10Good
The processing score reflects 54 ingredients, including artificial colors, artificial flavoring, MSG, plus 3 more we flag. The nutrition score reflects high sodium and total fat.
Nutrition Highlights
Little Or No Cholesterol ListedGood Protein SourceGood Fiber Source
Nutrient Alerts
High SodiumHigh Fat
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
024100577309
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size30 g
Amount per serving
Calories
150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7g
9%
Saturated Fat 1.5g
8%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 210mg
9%
Total Carbohydrate 19g
7%
Dietary Fiber 1g
4%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 3g
Vitamin D 0mcg
0%
Calcium 20mg
2%
Iron 1mg
6%
Potassium 40mg
1%
* 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
31 listed · 11 flagged for reviewENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, VITAMIN B [THIAMIN MONONITRATE], VITAMIN B2 [RIBOFLAVIN], FOLIC ACID), VEGETABLE OIL (HIGH OLEIC SOYBEAN, SOYBEAN, PALM, AND/OR CANOLA WITH TBHQ FOR FRESHNESS), WHITE CHEDDAR CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), CHEESE MADE WITH SKIM MILK (SKIM MILK, WHEY PROTEIN, SALT, CHEESE CULTURES, ENZYMES, ANNATTO EXTRACT COLOR). CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF SALT, WHEY, PAPRIKA, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, BUTTERMILK, PARMESAN CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), CHEDDAR CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), GARLIC POWDER, YEAST, TOMATO POWDER, SUGAR, ONION POWDER, BAKING SODA, DISODIUM INOSINATE, DISODIUM GUANYLATE, CITRIC ACID, DRIED PARSLEY, SPICE, ANNATTO EXTRACT COLOR, MONTEREY JACK CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), MALIC ACID, SPICE EXTRACT, YEAST EXTRACT, PAPRIKA EXTRACT COLOR, YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6, TURMERIC EXTRACT COLOR, SOY LECITHIN.
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Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?
In our analysis, Sharp Cheddar, Parmesan Baked Snack Crackers, Sharp Cheddar, Parmesan scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Artificial Colors (Yellow 5, Yellow 6): Synthetic colors are definitive UPF markers.
- Industrial Enzymes (Cheese Made With Skim Milk (Skim Milk, Whey Protein, Salt, Cheese Cultures, Enzymes, Annatto Extract Color). Contains 2% Or Less Of Salt): Industrial enzyme use indicates significant processing.
- Natural Flavors (Monosodium Glutamate): Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.
- Flavor Enhancers (Disodium Inosinate, Disodium Guanylate): Industrial flavor enhancement common in UPF.
- Emulsifiers (Soy Lecithin): Industrial emulsifiers indicate UPF.
Within Cookies & Crackers, this product is more processed than about 51% of the 18,630 products we've analyzed.
Processing classification reflects ingredient and additive analysis, not a judgment of any product's safety, quality, or healthfulness.
What These Ingredients Tell Us
We group Sharp Cheddar, Parmesan Baked Snack Crackers, Sharp Cheddar, Parmesan's ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Vegetable Oil (High Oleic Soybean, Soybean, Palm, And/Or Canola With Tbhq For Freshness).
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- Industrial FermentationProcessing indicator
In this product: Yeast, Yeast Extract.
Industrial fermentation for additive production.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Sugar.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Food Bases & AlkalisProcessing indicator
In this product: Baking Soda.
Common in baking, excessive use indicates processing.
- Food AcidsProcessing indicator
In this product: Citric Acid, Malic Acid.
Common in both traditional and industrial foods.
- Natural ColorsProcessing indicator
In this product: Annatto Extract Color.
Natural sources but still indicate processing.
This product is part of our wider analysis. It features in our Colby Jack vs Cheddar Cheese, American Cheese vs Cheddar, and Goldfish vs Cheez-Its comparisons.
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Processing and Nutrition Scores reflect the ingredient lists and nutrient data we observe; they are our analysis, not absolute measures of health. Read the full methodology. This information is provided for general nutrition education and is not medical, health, or dietary advice. Product formulations change often, so check the actual label before purchasing, and consult a registered dietitian or your physician for personal guidance.
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