Pillsbury
Is Pillsbury Butter Tastin' Flavor Flaky Layers Biscuits healthy?
Butter Tastin' Flavor Flaky Layers Biscuits
Longevity Score
38/100
Food Integrity Score
38/100
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
Pillsbury butter tastin' flavor flaky layers biscuits is rated consider avoiding overall, with a Longevity Score of 38 out of 100 and a Food Integrity Score of 38 out of 100. Refined-flour biscuit with hydrogenated and palm oils, multiple additives, and sodium; low fiber limits its alignment with whole-food patterns. Strengths include modest calorie load per biscuit (100 kcal) and low added sugar (about 2 g per serving), while main considerations include enriched bleached flour with very low fiber (0 g), hydrogenated palm oil and soybean/palm oil blend, and preservatives (tbhq) and artificial flavor.
Longevity Score 38/100Food Integrity Score 38/100
What helped the score?
- Modest calorie load per biscuit (100 kcal)
- Low added sugar (about 2 g per serving)
What held the score back?
- Enriched bleached flour with very low fiber (0 g)
- Hydrogenated palm oil and soybean/palm oil blend
- Preservatives (TBHQ) and artificial flavor
Ingredients
Ingredient list
ENRICHED FLOUR BLEACHED (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, SOYBEAN AND PALM OIL, DEXTROSE, BAKING POWDER (SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, BAKING SODA). CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: HYDROGENATED PALM OIL, SUGAR, FRACTIONATED PALM OIL, SALT, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, VITAL WHEAT GLUTEN, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, XANTHAN GUM, PRESERVATIVES (TBHQ, CITRIC ACID), BUTTER, ANNATTO EXTRACT AND BETA CAROTENE (FOR COLOR), NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Key nutrition
Per serving: 34 g (1 biscuit)
- Calories1005% DV
- Protein2g4% DV
- Total Carbs15g5% DV
- Fiber0g0% DV
- Total Fat3.5g4% DV
- Saturated Fat1.5g8% DV
Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Pillsbury Butter Tastin' Flavor Flaky Layers Biscuits
- Brand
- Pillsbury
- Category
- Bakery & Bread (source: Crusts & Dough)
- GTIN / UPC
00000001809909- Serving size
- 34 g (1 biscuit)
- 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
MixedMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Low fiber (0g)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
GLP-1 Eating Support
Watch-outsMetabolic 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 (2g)
Low Sugar Lifestyle
MixedMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Sweetener signals (Dextrose, Sugar)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Appetite & Portion Awareness
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Modest calories per serving (100 kcal)
Athletic Fueling
SupportiveAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Useful energy (100 kcal)
Workout Recovery
MixedAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Workout Recovery, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Lower protein (2g)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Strength & Protein Focus
Watch-outsAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Strength & Protein Focus, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Lower protein (2g)
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 "butter". 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 "butter". 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", "enriched flour". 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: Net carbs above typical keto snack range (15g)
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", "gluten". 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: Sweetener signals (Dextrose, Sugar)
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: Sweetener signals (Dextrose, Sugar)
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: Sweetener signals (Dextrose, Sugar)
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". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
Heart-Healthy Eating
NeutralMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the available Longevity and Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Vegetarian
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegetarian, the available Longevity and Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Pescatarian
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Pescatarian, the available Longevity and 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 available Longevity and 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 available Longevity and Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
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Common questions about this product
Is Pillsbury Butter Tastin' Flavor Flaky Layers Biscuits highly processed?
Food Integrity lists processing level as Ultra-processed. That reflects formulation and processing signals from the ingredient analysis — not a medical or regulatory classification.
How much fiber is in one serving?
Pillsbury Butter Tastin' Flavor Flaky Layers Biscuits shows about 0g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Pillsbury Butter Tastin' Flavor Flaky Layers Biscuits: 2g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include Dextrose, Sugar. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.
What helped the Longevity Score?
Key positives called out in the analysis include: Modest calorie load per biscuit (100 kcal); Low added sugar (about 2 g per serving).
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: Enriched bleached flour with very low fiber (0 g); Hydrogenated palm oil and soybean/palm oil blend; Preservatives (TBHQ) and artificial flavor.
Who might evaluate this product differently?
People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same bakery & bread 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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