Processing Score
7.5Highly Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
1.5/10Poor
The processing score reflects 10 ingredients, including hydrogenated oil, artificial flavoring and emulsifiers or gums. The nutrition score reflects high sugar, saturated fat and total fat.
Nutrition Highlights
Little Or No Cholesterol ListedGood Protein Source
Nutrient Alerts
High SugarHigh FatHigh Saturated Fat
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
0034000146222
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size15 g
Amount per serving
Calories
80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4g
5%
Saturated Fat 3.5g
18%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 30mg
1%
Total Carbohydrate 10g
4%
Dietary Fiber 0g
0%
Total Sugars 10g
Includes 8g Added Sugars
16%
Protein 1g
Vitamin D 0mcg
0%
Calcium 40mg
3%
Iron 0mg
0%
Potassium 60mg
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
7 listed · 2 flagged for reviewSUGAR, SKIM MILK, HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL (PALM KERNEL OIL, SOYBEAN OIL, PALM OIL), PALM KERNEL OIL, OF: NATURAL & ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, LECITHIN (SOY), SALT.
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Why Does This Score Highly Processed?
In our analysis, Cream Cheese Flavored Chips scores Highly Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Modified Fats (Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil (Palm Kernel Oil, Soybean Oil, Palm Oil)): Hydrogenation and modification are UPF markers.
- Artificial Flavors (Of: Natural & Artificial Flavor): Synthetic flavors indicate industrial food production.
- Emulsifiers (Lecithin (Soy)): Industrial emulsifiers indicate UPF.
Within Candy, this is among the less processed of the 21,778 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 Cream Cheese Flavored Chips' ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Sugar.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Palm Kernel Oil.
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
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About our scores and this content
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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