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Goldfish Xtra Cheddar Flavor Blasted Baked Snack Crackers: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Mixed integrity
Goldfish xtra cheddar flavor blasted baked snack crackers received a Food Integrity Score of 62 out of 100 (mixed integrity). This reflects moderately processed and moderate additive load. This is a flavored baked snack with a longer ingredient list where several inputs are doing flavor, color, and leavening work alongside real cheese and flour. It reads as a snack to eat occasionally rather than often. The cheese and flour are recognizable, but the refined oils, enriched flour, and multiple flavor systems push the profile toward more processed territory. Main considerations include refined vegetable oil blend, vague natural flavor system, and multiple flavor and color additives. Simpler options: Look for baked crackers with olive oil or butter and real cheese as the main flavor; choose options with fewer flavor enhancers and no vague natural flavor.
Food Integrity Score 62/100
What stood out on the label?
- Moderately processed
- Moderate additive load
- Transparency: Medium
What to watch?
- Refined vegetable oil blend
- Vague natural flavor system
- Multiple flavor and color additives
Simpler options to consider
- Look for baked crackers with olive oil or butter and real cheese as the main flavor
- Choose options with fewer flavor enhancers and no vague natural flavor
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Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Goldfish Xtra Cheddar Flavor Blasted Baked Snack Crackers
- Brand
- Goldfish
- Category
- Snacks (source: Flavored Snack Crackers)
- GTIN / UPC
00014100052654- Serving size
- 30 g (51 Pieces)
- 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
Food Integrity results
Xtra Cheddar Flavor Blasted Baked Snack Crackers
Goldfish
Mixed integrity
Warning Signs
Canola, sunflower, and/or soybean oil plus enriched wheat flour and natural flavor make this a refined-ingredient profile.
Consider This
Enzyme modified cheddar, autolyzed yeast extract, torula yeast, and natural flavor are flavor-building inputs typical of factory-formulated snacks.
Good Substitutes
Baked crackers made with whole wheat flour, real cheese, and olive oil with fewer flavor helpers.
Overall Assessment
Mixed integrityThis is a flavored baked snack with a longer ingredient list where several inputs are doing flavor, color, and leavening work alongside real cheese and flour. It reads as a snack to eat occasionally rather than often. The cheese and flour are recognizable, but the refined oils, enriched flour, and multiple flavor systems push the profile toward more processed territory.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Refined vegetable oil blend
- Vague natural flavor system
- Multiple flavor and color additives
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- Vegetable oils (canola, sunflower and/or soybean) — Refined seed oil blend
- Natural flavor — Vague flavor system
- Paprika extract (color) — Color additive
- Spices — Vague spice blend
Highest concern ingredients
- Natural flavor (7/10) — Vague flavor system with unspecified composition.
- Vegetable oils (canola, sunflower and/or soybean) (6/10) — Refined seed oil blend.
- Autolyzed yeast extract (6/10) — Flavor enhancer system.
Better choice tips
- Look for baked crackers with olive oil or butter and real cheese as the main flavor.
- Choose options with fewer flavor enhancers and no vague natural flavor.
Ingredients
Ingredient list
MADE WITH SMILES AND ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), CHEDDAR CHEESE ((CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), ANNATTO), VEGETABLE OILS (CANOLA, SUNFLOWER AND/OR SOYBEAN), SALT, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: SUGAR, YEAST EXTRACT, WHEY, CORN FLOUR, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, TORULA YEAST, PAPRIKA EXTRACT (COLOR), SPICES, CELERY, ENZYME MODIFIED CHEDDAR CHEESE (MILK, CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), ONION POWDER, GARLIC POWDER, CITRIC ACID, LACTIC ACID, CALCIUM LACTATE, NATURAL FLAVOR, MILKFAT, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE, BAKING SODA.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
Natural flavorConcern 7/10 — Higher concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Additive · Vague label term
What this is
Vague ingredient
Processing category
Unknown / not listed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Natural flavor is a broad term hiding unspecified flavor compounds.
Additional note
Undisclosed flavor system with vague sourcing.
Family watchlist
Vague flavor system
Vegetable oils (canola, sunflower and/or soybean)Concern 6/10 — Moderate concernRefined oilWatchlist · Vague label term
What this is
Refined oil
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Refined seed oils are commonly flagged by users seeking simpler fats.
Additional note
Refined seed oil blend, unspecified proportions.
Family watchlist
Refined seed oil blend
Autolyzed yeast extractConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernFlavor inputWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Flavor input
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Autolyzed yeast is a flavor system used to boost savory taste.
Additional note
Enzyme-broken yeast used as flavor enhancer.
Family watchlist
Flavor enhancer
Paprika extract (color)Concern 6/10 — Moderate concernColor additiveWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Color additive
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Extracted colorants are added for appearance rather than function.
Additional note
Extracted color additive.
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Enzyme modified cheddar cheese (milk, cultures, salt, enzymes)Concern 6/10 — Moderate concernFlavor inputWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Flavor input
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Enzyme-modified cheese is a concentrated flavor ingredient beyond normal cheese.
Additional note
Enzyme-modified cheese used for concentrated flavor.
Family watchlist
Concentrated flavor input
Yeast extractConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernFlavor inputAdditive
What this is
Flavor input
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Yeast extracts are flavor-enhancing inputs beyond basic cooking.
Additional note
Yeast extract used for savory flavor.
SpicesConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Vague label term
What this is
Vague ingredient
Processing category
Unknown / not listed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Unspecified spice blends can hide additional flavor inputs.
Additional note
Unspecified spice blend.
Family watchlist
Vague spice blend
Made with smiles and enriched wheat flour (flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid)Concern 4/10 — Mild concernRefined flour
What this is
Refined flour
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Refined flour with enrichment is common but more processed than whole grain.
Additional note
Enriched wheat flour with added vitamins and minerals.
Torula yeastConcern 4/10 — Mild concernFlavor inputAdditive
What this is
Flavor input
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Cultivated yeast used for savory flavor and protein.
Additional note
Yeast-derived savory ingredient.
Monocalcium phosphateConcern 4/10 — Mild concernLeavening agentAdditive
What this is
Leavening agent
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Leavening acid used to lift baked snacks.
Additional note
Leavening acid used in baking.
Contains 2% or less of: sugarConcern 3/10 — Mild concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Refined sweetener, present in minor amounts.
Additional note
Refined sugar in small amount.
Family watchlist
Refined sweetener
WheyConcern 3/10 — Mild concernDairy
What this is
Dairy
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Dairy-derived protein powder used as a minor ingredient.
Additional note
Dairy byproduct, mild processing.
Corn flourConcern 3/10 — Mild concernRefined grain
What this is
Refined grain
Processing category
Natural refined
Why it matters
Refined corn flour is a common baking ingredient.
Additional note
Ground corn, refined grain.
Citric acidConcern 3/10 — Mild concernAcidulantAdditive
What this is
Acidulant
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Common acidulant used for tartness and shelf stability.
Additional note
Acidulant commonly used for tartness and preservation.
Lactic acidConcern 3/10 — Mild concernAcidulantAdditive
What this is
Acidulant
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Acidulant added for flavor and shelf stability.
Additional note
Acidulant used for flavor and preservation.
Calcium lactateConcern 3/10 — Mild concernMineral saltAdditive
What this is
Mineral salt
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Mineral salt added for texture and calcium content.
Additional note
Calcium salt of lactic acid used as firming agent.
Cheddar cheese ((cultured milk, salt, enzymes), annatto)Concern 2/10 — Very low concernDairy
What this is
Dairy
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Real cheese is recognizable, though annatto adds color.
Additional note
Cheddar with annatto color; recognizable dairy ingredient.
MilkfatConcern 2/10 — Very low concernDairy
What this is
Dairy
Processing category
Processed
Why it matters
Dairy fat is a recognizable ingredient.
Additional note
Dairy fat, recognizable.
CeleryConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Recognizable vegetable input.
Additional note
Vegetable, likely as powder or flavor.
Onion powderConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Recognizable dried vegetable.
Additional note
Dried onion for savory flavor.
Garlic powderConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Recognizable dried vegetable.
Additional note
Dried garlic for savory flavor.
Baking sodaConcern 1/10 — Very low concernLeavening agent
What this is
Leavening agent
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Traditional leavening agent with little concern.
Additional note
Traditional baking ingredient.
SaltConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Basic seasoning with no meaningful concern.
Additional note
Simple seasoning.
Food Integrity is an ingredient-based estimate of how close this food is to a simple, recognizable profile. It is not a medical safety rating. 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.
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.
Vegan
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegan, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Animal-derived ingredients (Mentions "milk", "cheese", "whey". See ingredients for details.)
Plant-Based
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Plant-Based, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Animal-derived ingredients (Mentions "milk", "cheese", "whey". See ingredients for details.)
Low-Carb Lifestyle
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low-Carb Lifestyle, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Carb-dense ingredients (Mentions "flour", "wheat flour", "sugar". See ingredients for details.)
Keto-Style Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Keto-Style Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Carb-dense ingredients (Mentions "flour", "wheat flour", "sugar". See ingredients for details.)
Low Gluten Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low Gluten Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Gluten-related ingredients (Mentions "wheat". See ingredients for details.)
Minimally Processed Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Minimally Processed Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Family watchlist items (Vegetable oils (canola, sunflower and/or soybean))
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Whole-Food Focused Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Whole-Food Focused Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Family watchlist items (Vegetable oils (canola, sunflower and/or soybean))
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Reduce Ultra-Processed Foods
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Reduce Ultra-Processed Foods, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Family watchlist items (Vegetable oils (canola, sunflower and/or soybean))
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Paleo-Style Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Paleo-Style Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Grain/legume ingredients (Mentions "wheat", "flour", "corn". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
Low-Spike Stability
NeutralMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Heart-Healthy Eating
NeutralMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
GLP-1 Eating Support
NeutralMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing GLP-1 Eating Support, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Low Sugar Lifestyle
NeutralMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Appetite & Portion Awareness
NeutralMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Athletic Fueling
NeutralAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Workout Recovery
NeutralAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Workout Recovery, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Strength & Protein Focus
NeutralAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Strength & Protein Focus, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Vegetarian
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegetarian, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Pescatarian
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Pescatarian, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Mediterranean-Style Eating
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Mediterranean-Style Eating, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Healthy Fat Focus
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Healthy Fat Focus, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
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Understanding the Food Integrity analysis
What the Food Integrity analysis evaluates
The Food Integrity analysis focuses on how a packaged food is formulated and made. It examines processing level, ingredient quality, additives, oils, sweeteners, purity cues, and how clearly a label communicates what is in the product. The Food Integrity Score summarizes that formulation and transparency picture on a 0–100 scale. It is not a full nutrient report and it is not a personalized meal plan.
Why processing, ingredients, and transparency matter
Processing level and ingredient quality shape what you are actually eating beyond calories on the label. Additives, industrial oils, and intense sweeteners can change how clean or heavily engineered a product feels, even when the front of pack looks wholesome. Purity and transparency matter because incomplete or marketing-heavy labeling can hide tradeoffs that only show up when the full ingredient list is reviewed carefully.
Who may prioritize Food Integrity
Some people care mainly about Food Integrity because their dietary goals center on formulation rather than macros alone. Examples include checking vegetarian or vegan suitability, preferring simpler ingredient sources, avoiding certain additives or sweeteners, watching oil choices, or preferring less processed options. For those priorities, the Food Integrity Score can be the more practical first read.
How Food Integrity differs from Longevity
Food Integrity is the focused analysis of processing, ingredients, additives, purity, and transparency. Longevity is the broader analysis of nutritional composition, metabolic and dietary characteristics, processing, and ingredient quality together. Favorable nutrition values do not necessarily mean strong Food Integrity: a product can look balanced on macros yet still rely on heavy processing or additives that the Food Integrity analysis flags in more detail.
Why the two analyses overlap—and why to review Longevity too
The analyses overlap intentionally. Food Integrity–related characteristics contribute to Longevity, and Longevity still benefits from the same ingredient-quality lens. They are not competing verdicts; they answer different questions at different depths. Reviewing the Longevity analysis can add information about nutritional composition, metabolic characteristics, and dietary balance that Food Integrity alone does not emphasize. Looking at both usually gives the most complete understanding of tradeoffs.
Common questions about this product
Is Goldfish Xtra Cheddar Flavor Blasted Baked Snack Crackers highly processed?
Food Integrity lists processing level as Moderately 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?
Goldfish Xtra Cheddar Flavor Blasted Baked Snack Crackers shows about 0.99g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Goldfish Xtra Cheddar Flavor Blasted Baked Snack Crackers: 0g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include sugar (2% or less). Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.
What helped the Longevity Score?
Key positives called out in the analysis include: Contains real cheddar cheese; Zero added sugar per serving; Modest protein per serving.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: Refined enriched wheat flour is the base; Seed oil blend is a prominent fat source; Multiple flavor and processing additives.
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.
Source data and Healthy Food Guide analysis
- Public label databases (including USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts) — Possible sources for package ingredients and nutrition.
- Healthy Food Guide analysis (Longevity and Food Integrity) — Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards.
- How the Longevity Score is calculated
- How the Food Integrity Score is calculated
- Scoring models: KarbCoach Longevity and Food Integrity.
- Independent analysis. No manufacturer affiliation.
- 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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