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Is Duncan Hines Perfect Size, Cheesecake Filling & Graham Cracker Crust Mixes healthy?

Perfect Size, Cheesecake Filling & Graham Cracker Crust Mixes

Snacks · Updated 2026-10-19

Longevity Score

18/100

Food Integrity Score

68/100

Consider Avoiding

At least one major score is weak enough that many people will want a clearer alternative for regular use.

Quick answer

Consider Avoiding

Duncan Hines perfect size, cheesecake filling & graham cracker crust mixes is rated consider avoiding overall, with a Longevity Score of 18 out of 100 and a Food Integrity Score of 68 out of 100. Refined, sugar-dense dessert mix with low fiber and little protein; occasional treat rather than a longevity-aligned staple. Strengths include small single-serving portion size and some whole wheat flour in crust, while main considerations include very high added sugar, about 28g per serving, refined wheat flour as primary base, and low protein and fiber for the calories.

Longevity Score 18/100Food Integrity Score 68/100

What helped the score?

  • Small single-serving portion size
  • Contains some whole wheat flour in crust

What held the score back?

  • Very high added sugar, about 28g per serving
  • Refined wheat flour as primary base
  • Low protein and fiber for the calories

Ingredients

Ingredient list

CRUST MIX (GRAHAM CRACKER CRUMBS (WHEAT FLOUR, WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, SUGAR, SOYBEAN OIL, MOLASSES, SALT, SODIUM BICARBONATE, HONEY), SUGAR), FILLING MIX (SUGAR, WHEAT FLOUR).

Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.

Key nutrition

Per serving: 47 g (0.25 package)

  • Calories19010% DV
  • Protein1g2% DV
  • Total Carbs40g15% DV
  • Fiber1g4% DV
  • Total Fat2.5g3% DV
  • Saturated Fat0g0% DV
Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details

Product facts

Product
Duncan Hines Perfect Size, Cheesecake Filling & Graham Cracker Crust Mixes
Category
Snacks (source: Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes)
GTIN / UPC
00644209415212
Serving size
47 g (0.25 package)
Source data — ingredients
Ingredient list from product label data (see Sources)
Healthy Food Guide analysis
Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards. See methodology under Sources.
Data last verified

How this product may fit different goals

The same food can look different depending on what matters most to you. Here is a general preview of how this product may align with several common goals.

  • Low-Spike Stability

    Watch-outs

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Higher net carbs (39g)

    This product has 3 additional signals for this goal.

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  • Heart-Healthy Eating

    Supportive

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.

    A supportive signal: Low saturated fat (0g)

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  • GLP-1 Eating Support

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    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing GLP-1 Eating Support, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Lower protein (1g)

    This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.

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  • Low Sugar Lifestyle

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    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Higher sugar (28g)

    This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.

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  • Appetite & Portion Awareness

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    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Higher sugar (28g)

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  • Athletic Fueling

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    Athletic Performance

    For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Carbohydrate is almost entirely sugar (28g of 40g carbs)

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Common questions about this product

Is Duncan Hines Perfect Size, Cheesecake Filling & Graham Cracker Crust Mixes highly processed?

Food Integrity lists processing level as Highly processed. That reflects formulation and processing signals from the ingredient analysis — not a medical or regulatory classification.

Why are the Longevity and Food Integrity scores different?

Longevity emphasizes nutrition per serving and longer-term dietary alignment. Food Integrity emphasizes ingredients, additives, processing, and label transparency. The same product can score differently on those lenses.

How much fiber is in one serving?

Duncan Hines Perfect Size, Cheesecake Filling & Graham Cracker Crust Mixes shows about 0.99g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.

Does it contain added sugar?

Duncan Hines Perfect Size, Cheesecake Filling & Graham Cracker Crust Mixes: 28g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include Sugar, Molasses. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.

What helped the Longevity Score?

Key positives called out in the analysis include: Small single-serving portion size; Contains some whole wheat flour in crust.

What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?

Key concerns noted include: Very high added sugar, about 28g per serving; Refined wheat flour as primary base; Low protein and fiber for the calories.

Who might evaluate this product differently?

People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same snacks differently. Use the goal preview on this page, then personalize in KarbCoach for your priorities.

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Source data and Healthy Food Guide analysis

  1. Public label databases (including USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts) — Possible sources for package ingredients and nutrition.
  2. Healthy Food Guide analysis (Longevity and Food Integrity) — Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards.
  3. How the Longevity Score is calculated
  4. How the Food Integrity Score is calculated
  5. Scoring models: KarbCoach Longevity and Food Integrity.
  6. Independent analysis. No manufacturer affiliation.
  7. Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions. Full sources and safety details.
Label accuracy and safety information

Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions.

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