Hostess Brands, LLC
Label Serving
43 g
Barcode
888109012076
Data last verified: 1 Oct 2026
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TRANSPARENCY PROFILE
Concern
High processing or notable additives
Detailed Review Recommended
Profile Spectrum — Nutritional Index
2.9/10
Health Score
Elevated
Concern Index
Calculation Pillars:
How we calculate this →Nutritional values transcribed from the product label. Actual values may vary.
Share of an average adult's daily allowance in one serving (43 g) — the label's %RDA
Remaining vitamins and trace minerals: US FDA Daily Values. Low = under 5% of a day in one portion · High = 20% or more. Reference values, not medical advice.
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12 / 16 researched · AI analyzing 4 more...Ingredients — as printed on the label
SUGAR, WATER, ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE OR REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), PALM OIL, PALM KERNEL OIL, HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL, PEANUTS, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS: COCOA, WHEY, NONFAT DRY MILK, SALT, SOY LECITHIN, BAKING SODA, COLOR (VEGETABLE POWDER, ANNATTO, OLEORESIN PAPRIKA), VANILLA EXTRACT, EGG WHITE.
Contains allergens: Enriched Flour, Whey, Peanuts, Nonfat Dry Milk
Sugar
Sweetener, texturizer, preservative, and browning agent
Water
solvent, moisture retention agent, beverage base, thermal transfer medium
Enriched Flour
Texture enhancement, structural binder, and carbohydrate base for baked goods and processed foods
Palm Oil
Structuring agent, frying oil, and textural modifier in baked goods, confectionery, and processed foods.
Palm Kernel Oil
Texturizer, fat source, and coating agent in confectionery, bakery items, and dairy alternatives.
Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil
Texturizer, fat source, and coating agent in confectionery, bakery items, and dairy alternatives.
Whey
Protein enrichment, emulsifier, moisture retention agent, and texture modifier in food manufacturing.
Peanuts
Primary ingredient in snack foods, spreads, confectionery, and vegetable oil production, serving as a source of dietary protein and texture enhancement.
Contains 2% Or Less: Cocoa
Salt
flavour enhancer, preservative, texture modifier, and fermentation controller
Nonfat Dry Milk
Protein fortification, texture enhancement, moisture binding, and shelf-life extension in baked goods, confections, and dairy beverages.
Soy Lecithin
E322
LowEmulsifier, stabilizer, and releasing agent
Vanilla Extract
Baking Soda
INS 500II
No NotablesLeavening agent, pH regulator, and acidity regulator in food processing.
Annatto Extract
Egg White
| Ingredient | Concern | Function | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
1 Sugar | ⚠Moderate Concern | Sweetener, texturizer, preservative, and browning agent | Sugar provides rapid energy but moderate consumption is recommended to align with established nutritional guidelines. |
2 Water | ✓No Notable Concerns | solvent, moisture retention agent, beverage base, thermal transfer medium | Water is a fundamental and essential component of human nutrition with an established safety profile. |
3 Enriched Flour Allergen | ✓Low Concern | Texture enhancement, structural binder, and carbohydrate base for baked goods and processed foods | Enriched flour provides essential added micronutrients like iron and B-vitamins, though dietary patterns higher in refined grains are a point of consideration for overall metabolic wellness. |
4 Palm Oil | ⚠Moderate Concern | Structuring agent, frying oil, and textural modifier in baked goods, confectionery, and processed foods. | Palm oil is widely permitted and utilized for its stability, though consumption patterns high in its saturated fat content warrant moderation in accordance with standard dietary guidelines. |
5 Palm Kernel Oil | ⚠Moderate Concern | Texturizer, fat source, and coating agent in confectionery, bakery items, and dairy alternatives. | Palm kernel oil contains high levels of saturated fats, meaning consumption patterns should align with broader dietary guidelines for lipid intake. |
6 Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil | ⚠Moderate Concern | Texturizer, fat source, and coating agent in confectionery, bakery items, and dairy alternatives. | Palm kernel oil contains high levels of saturated fats, meaning consumption patterns should align with broader dietary guidelines for lipid intake. |
7 Whey Allergen | ✓No Notable Concerns | Protein enrichment, emulsifier, moisture retention agent, and texture modifier in food manufacturing. | Whey is a widely consumed dairy-derived protein ingredient generally recognized as safe for the general population, with considerations primarily for individuals managing milk allergies or lactose intolerance. |
8 Peanuts Allergen | ⚠Moderate Concern | Primary ingredient in snack foods, spreads, confectionery, and vegetable oil production, serving as a source of dietary protein and texture enhancement. | Peanuts offer substantial nutritional benefits but require mandatory allergen labeling due to their potential to trigger immune responses in sensitive populations. |
9 Contains 2% Or Less: Cocoa | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
10 Salt | ⚠Moderate Concern | flavour enhancer, preservative, texture modifier, and fermentation controller | An essential dietary mineral whose intake levels warrant monitoring in accordance with established public health guidelines. |
11 Nonfat Dry Milk Allergen | ✓No Notable Concerns | Protein fortification, texture enhancement, moisture binding, and shelf-life extension in baked goods, confections, and dairy beverages. | Nonfat dry milk is a standard dairy derivative providing essential nutrients, though it requires allergen labeling for individuals sensitive to milk proteins. |
12 Soy Lecithin E322 | ✓Low Concern | Emulsifier, stabilizer, and releasing agent | Soy lecithin is a commonly utilized emulsifier derived from soybeans, generally recognized as safe for the general population while requiring consideration for individuals with soy allergies. |
13 Vanilla Extract | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
14 Baking Soda INS 500II | ✓No Notable Concerns | Leavening agent, pH regulator, and acidity regulator in food processing. | Baking soda is a commonly utilized leavening agent with a well-established safety profile for normal culinary applications. |
15 Annatto Extract | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
16 Egg White | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
Research sourced from FDA · USDA · EFSA · WHO · Peer-reviewed scientific literature. Informational only — not medical advice.
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