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CUP CAKES, STRAWBERRY

Name: CUP CAKES, STRAWBERRY
Brand: Hostess Brands, LLC

Snacks & Chips USVerified

Label Serving

45.0 g

Barcode

888109111779

Data last verified: 1 Oct 2026

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How We Score Products•

TRANSPARENCY PROFILE

Good

Mostly positive nutritional profile

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Profile Spectrum — Nutritional Index

BACTIVE

← Nutrient DenseMost Processed →

6.6/10

Health Score

Low

Concern Index

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Additive Density

Added Sugar

Sodium

Saturated Fat

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Energy356kcal

Carbohydrates60g

Sugar46.67g

Protein2.22g

Total Fat11.11g

Saturated Fat5.56g

Trans Fat0g

Cholesterol22mg

Fiber0g

Sodium311000mg

Calcium222mg

Iron0.8mg

Nutritional values transcribed from the product label. Actual values may vary.

% Daily Value

Share of an average adult's daily allowance in one serving (45 g) — the label's %RDA

Energy & macronutrients

Energy160 kcal8%

Total Fat5g7%

Saturated Fat2.5g11%

Trans Fat0gLow0%

Cholesterol9.9mgLow3%

Carbohydrates27g9%

Total Sugars21gHigh42%

Dietary Fibre0g0%

Protein1g2%

Sodium139950mgOver a day6997%

Minerals

Calcium100mg10%

Iron0.36mg2%

Energy, fat, saturated fat, trans fat, added sugars and sodium: FSSAI Labelling & Display Regulations 2020 average-adult RDA (2000 kcal · 67 g · 22 g · 2 g · 50 g · 2000 mg). Other macronutrients and minerals/vitamins: WHO / ICMR-NIN 2020 adult reference values. Low = under 5% of a day in one portion · High = 20% or more. Reference values, not medical advice.

Ingredient Transparency

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Ingredients — as printed on the label

SUGAR, WATER, BLEACHED ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE (IRON), THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, ANIMAL AND VEGETABLE SHORTENING (TALLOW, HYDROGENATED TALLOW, COTTONSEED OIL, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, POLYSORBATE 60, SOY LECITHIN), PALM OIL, CORN SYRUP, SHORTENING (TALLOW, HYDROGENATED TALLOW). CONTAINS 2% OR LESS: GLYCERIN, SOY LECITHIN, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, EGGS, CALCIUM CARBONATE, CALCIUM SULFATE, AGAR, LOCUST BEAN GUM, SUNFLOWER OIL, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, CORN STARCH, SOYBEAN OIL, EGG WHITES, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, NONFAT DRY MILK, SOY FLOUR, MODIFIED WHEY, CALCIUM SODIUM CASEINATE, SOY PROTEIN ISOLATE, SALT, INULIN, WHEY, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SORBIC ACID AND POTASSIUM SORBATE (TO RETAIN FRESHNESS), BAKING SODA, GUAR GUM, CELLULOSE GUM, DEXTROSE, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, SODIUM STEARATE, SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, ENZYMES, PALM OIL SHORTENING, XANTHAN GUM, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE, RED 40 LAKE.

Contains allergens: Soy Lecithin

Sugar

Moderate

sweetener / flavor enhancer / preservative / texturizer

Sugar

Moderate

sweetener / flavor enhancer / preservative / texturizer

Water

No Notables

solvent, moisture regulator, thermal transfer medium, and diluent

Water

No Notables

solvent, moisture regulator, thermal transfer medium, and diluent

Enriched Wheat Flour

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Enriched Wheat Flour

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Wheat Flour

Low

Structuring agent, carbohydrate source, and primary functional base for bread, pasta, pastries, and thickened sauces.

Wheat Flour

Low

Structuring agent, carbohydrate source, and primary functional base for bread, pasta, pastries, and thickened sauces.

Niacin

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Niacin

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Ferrous Sulfate

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Ferrous Sulfate

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Thiamin Mononitrate

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Thiamin Mononitrate

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Riboflavin

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Riboflavin

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Folic Acid

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Folic Acid

No Notables

Food Ingredient

High Fructose Corn Syrup

Moderate

sweetener

High Fructose Corn Syrup

Moderate

sweetener

Vegetable Shortening

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Vegetable Shortening

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Tallow

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Hydrogenated Tallow

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Eggs

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Cottonseed

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Calcium Carbonate

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Mono- And Diglycerides

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Calcium Sulfate

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Polysorbate 60

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Soy Lecithin

E322

LowAllergen

Emulsifier, stabilizer, and texture modifier in food products.

Agar

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Locust Bean Gum

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Palm Oil

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Vegetable Oil

Low

Cooking medium, frying agent, texture modifier, and carrier for flavors in processed foods.

Shortening (Tallow, Hydrogenated Tallow). Contains 2% Or Less: Glycerin

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Cornstarch

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Modified Cornstarch

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Eggs

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Egg White

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Calcium Carbonate

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Flavoring

Synthetic

Low

flavour

Nonfat Dry Milk

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Calcium Sulfate

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Flour

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Agar

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Sodium Caseinate

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Locust Bean Gum

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Milk Protein Isolate

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Vegetable Oil

Low

Cooking medium, frying agent, texture modifier, and carrier for flavors in processed foods.

Salt

Moderate

Flavour enhancer, preservative, and textural agent

Sodium Phosphate

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Cornstarch

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Inulin

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Whey

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Egg White

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Flavoring

Synthetic

Low

flavour

Potassium Sorbate

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Nonfat Dry Milk

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Baking Soda

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Flour

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Modified Whey

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Guar Gum

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Cellulose Gum And Gel

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Sodium Caseinate

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Dextrose

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Milk Protein Isolate

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Salt

Moderate

Flavour enhancer, preservative, and textural agent

Sodium Stearate

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Titanium Dioxide

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Inulin

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Whey

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Enzymes

No Notables

Processing aid, texture modification, and fermentation enhancement

Potassium Sorbate

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Palm Oil Shortening

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Xanthan Gum

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Baking Soda

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Dicalcium Phosphate

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Guar Gum

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Red 40 Lake

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Cellulose Gum And Gel

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Dextrose

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Titanium Dioxide

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Enzymes

No Notables

Processing aid, texture modification, and fermentation enhancement

Xanthan Gum

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Dicalcium Phosphate

No Notables

Food Ingredient

Red 40 Lake

No Notables

Food Ingredient

MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE

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Ingredient	Concern	Function	Notes
1 Sugar	⚠Moderate Concern	sweetener / flavor enhancer / preservative / texturizer	Sugar is widely permitted globally as a caloric sweetener, though public health organizations recommend moderate intake to support overall metabolic wellness.
2 Sugar	⚠Moderate Concern	sweetener / flavor enhancer / preservative / texturizer	Sugar is widely permitted globally as a caloric sweetener, though public health organizations recommend moderate intake to support overall metabolic wellness.
3 Water	✓No Notable Concerns	solvent, moisture regulator, thermal transfer medium, and diluent	Water is an essential, naturally occurring nutrient with an established safety profile and no inherent dietary restrictions for general populations.
4 Water	✓No Notable Concerns	solvent, moisture regulator, thermal transfer medium, and diluent	Water is an essential, naturally occurring nutrient with an established safety profile and no inherent dietary restrictions for general populations.
5 Enriched Wheat Flour	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
6 Enriched Wheat Flour	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
7 Wheat Flour	✓Low Concern	Structuring agent, carbohydrate source, and primary functional base for bread, pasta, pastries, and thickened sauces.	Wheat flour is a widely consumed staple ingredient that is generally well-tolerated by the broader population, though it contains gluten and requires careful management for individuals with specific autoimmune or digestive sensitivities.
8 Wheat Flour	✓Low Concern	Structuring agent, carbohydrate source, and primary functional base for bread, pasta, pastries, and thickened sauces.	Wheat flour is a widely consumed staple ingredient that is generally well-tolerated by the broader population, though it contains gluten and requires careful management for individuals with specific autoimmune or digestive sensitivities.
9 Niacin	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
10 Niacin	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
11 Ferrous Sulfate	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
12 Ferrous Sulfate	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
13 Thiamin Mononitrate	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
14 Thiamin Mononitrate	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
15 Riboflavin	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
16 Riboflavin	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
17 Folic Acid	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
18 Folic Acid	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
19 High Fructose Corn Syrup	⚠Moderate Concern	sweetener	High fructose corn syrup functions primarily as a caloric sweetener, with intake guidelines aligning with broader dietary recommendations for free sugars.
20 High Fructose Corn Syrup	⚠Moderate Concern	sweetener	High fructose corn syrup functions primarily as a caloric sweetener, with intake guidelines aligning with broader dietary recommendations for free sugars.
21 Vegetable Shortening	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
22 Vegetable Shortening	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
23 Tallow	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
24 Hydrogenated Tallow	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
25 Eggs	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
26 Cottonseed	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
27 Calcium Carbonate	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
28 Mono- And Diglycerides	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
29 Calcium Sulfate	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
30 Polysorbate 60	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
31 Soy Lecithin E322 Allergen	✓Low Concern	Emulsifier, stabilizer, and texture modifier in food products.	Soy lecithin is widely recognized as safe for general consumption, with considerations primarily limited to individuals managing soy allergies.
32 Agar	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
33 Locust Bean Gum	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
34 Palm Oil	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
35 Vegetable Oil	✓Low Concern	Cooking medium, frying agent, texture modifier, and carrier for flavors in processed foods.	Vegetable oil is a widely accepted food ingredient that provides essential fatty acids and energy, though moderation is recommended to balance dietary fat intake.
36 Shortening (Tallow, Hydrogenated Tallow). Contains 2% Or Less: Glycerin	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
37 Cornstarch	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
38 Modified Cornstarch	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
39 Eggs	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
40 Egg White	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
41 Calcium Carbonate	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
42 Flavoring Synthetic	✓Low Concern	flavour	Flavorings are widely regulated substances used to modify sensory characteristics, with safety profiles evaluated by international food safety authorities on a case-by-case basis.
43 Nonfat Dry Milk	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
44 Calcium Sulfate	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
45 Flour	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
46 Agar	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
47 Sodium Caseinate	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
48 Locust Bean Gum	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
49 Milk Protein Isolate	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
50 Vegetable Oil	✓Low Concern	Cooking medium, frying agent, texture modifier, and carrier for flavors in processed foods.	Vegetable oil is a widely accepted food ingredient that provides essential fatty acids and energy, though moderation is recommended to balance dietary fat intake.
51 Salt	⚠Moderate Concern	Flavour enhancer, preservative, and textural agent	Salt is an essential nutrient and functional food ingredient, though consumption patterns above recommended levels warrant consideration regarding cardiovascular metrics.
52 Sodium Phosphate	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
53 Cornstarch	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
54 Inulin	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
55 Whey	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
56 Egg White	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
57 Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
58 Flavoring Synthetic	✓Low Concern	flavour	Flavorings are widely regulated substances used to modify sensory characteristics, with safety profiles evaluated by international food safety authorities on a case-by-case basis.
59 Potassium Sorbate	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
60 Nonfat Dry Milk	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
61 Baking Soda	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
62 Flour	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
63 Modified Whey	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
64 Guar Gum	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
65 Cellulose Gum And Gel	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
66 Sodium Caseinate	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
67 Dextrose	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
68 Milk Protein Isolate	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
69 Salt	⚠Moderate Concern	Flavour enhancer, preservative, and textural agent	Salt is an essential nutrient and functional food ingredient, though consumption patterns above recommended levels warrant consideration regarding cardiovascular metrics.
70 Sodium Stearate	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
71 Titanium Dioxide	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
72 Inulin	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
73 Whey	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
74 Enzymes	✓No Notable Concerns	Processing aid, texture modification, and fermentation enhancement	Enzymes are naturally occurring proteins utilized as standard processing aids with an established safety profile in food manufacturing.
75 Potassium Sorbate	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
76 Palm Oil Shortening	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
77 Xanthan Gum	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
78 Baking Soda	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
79 Dicalcium Phosphate	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
80 Guar Gum	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
81 Red 40 Lake	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
82 Cellulose Gum And Gel	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
83 Dextrose	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
84 Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
85 Titanium Dioxide	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
86 Enzymes	✓No Notable Concerns	Processing aid, texture modification, and fermentation enhancement	Enzymes are naturally occurring proteins utilized as standard processing aids with an established safety profile in food manufacturing.
87 Xanthan Gum	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
88 Dicalcium Phosphate	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
89 Red 40 Lake	✓No Notable Concerns	Food Ingredient	Standard food ingredient declared on packaging.
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