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Sara Lee Tender Sweet Potatoes & Spices Pie: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Lower integrity
Sara Lee tender sweet potatoes & spices pie received a Food Integrity Score of 38 out of 100 (lower integrity). This reflects highly processed and moderate additive load. This reads more like a food-engineering project than a simple recipe, with sweet potato sitting behind a crowd of refined sweeteners, oils, starches, and texture helpers. The label carries multiple formulation signals, including a vague flavor system, colorants, and carrageenan, so it is better as an occasional treat than an everyday food. Nothing here is a medical claim, but the list is far more engineered than the dessert name suggests. Main considerations include multiple refined sweeteners including high fructose corn syrup, refined palm and soybean oil blend, and vague natural flavor and spices plus colorants and carrageenan. Simpler options: Choose a pie made with recognizable sweeteners and fewer gums or stabilizers; bake at home with sweet potatoes, eggs, milk, cinnamon, and a butter crust you control.
Food Integrity Score 38/100
What stood out on the label?
- Highly processed
- Moderate additive load
- Transparency: Medium
What to watch?
- Multiple refined sweeteners including high fructose corn syrup
- Refined palm and soybean oil blend
- Vague natural flavor and spices plus colorants and carrageenan
Simpler options to consider
- Choose a pie made with recognizable sweeteners and fewer gums or stabilizers
- Bake at home with sweet potatoes, eggs, milk, cinnamon, and a butter crust you control
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Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Sara Lee Tender Sweet Potatoes & Spices Pie
- Brand
- Sara Lee
- Category
- Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts (source: Other Frozen Desserts)
- GTIN / UPC
00032100083669- Serving size
- 121 g (1/8 Pie)
- 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
Tender Sweet Potatoes & Spices Pie
Sara Lee
Lower integrity
Warning Signs
High fructose corn syrup, palm and soybean oil, modified corn starch, and carrageenan show up alongside sugar, brown sugar, molasses, and dextrose.
Consider This
Vague spices, natural flavor, and beta-carotene and caramel colors are typical of factory-formulated bakery items rather than a simple home pie.
Good Substitutes
Bake a pie from sweet potatoes, eggs, milk, cinnamon, and a little brown sugar, using a flour-and-butter crust you control.
Overall Assessment
Lower integrityThis reads more like a food-engineering project than a simple recipe, with sweet potato sitting behind a crowd of refined sweeteners, oils, starches, and texture helpers. The label carries multiple formulation signals, including a vague flavor system, colorants, and carrageenan, so it is better as an occasional treat than an everyday food. Nothing here is a medical claim, but the list is far more engineered than the dessert name suggests.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Multiple refined sweeteners including high fructose corn syrup
- Refined palm and soybean oil blend
- Vague natural flavor and spices plus colorants and carrageenan
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- High Fructose Corn Syrup — Industrial syrup sweetener
- Vegetable Oil (Palm, Soybean) — Refined seed oil blend
- Carrageenan — Texture stabilizer gum
- Natural Flavor — Vague flavor system
- Colored With (Beta-Carotene, Caramel Color) — Added color additives
Highest concern ingredients
- Carrageenan (7/10) — Texture stabilizer that many users prefer to avoid.
- High Fructose Corn Syrup (7/10) — Industrial syrup sweetener with high refinement.
- Vegetable Oil (Palm, Soybean) (6/10) — Refined seed oil blend.
Better choice tips
- Choose a pie made with recognizable sweeteners and fewer gums or stabilizers.
- Bake at home with sweet potatoes, eggs, milk, cinnamon, and a butter crust you control.
Ingredients
Ingredient list
SWEET POTATOES, WATER, ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), SUGAR, EGGS, VEGETABLE OIL (PALM, SOYBEAN), BROWN SUGAR, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS: SKIM MILK, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, SALT, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SPICES, COLORED WITH (BETA-CAROTENE, CARAMEL COLOR), CARRAGEENAN, NATURAL FLAVOR, CINNAMON, MOLASSES, DEXTROSE
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
High Fructose Corn SyrupConcern 7/10 — Higher concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Industrial syrup sweeteners are commonly flagged by users who prefer less refined sugar.
Additional note
Industrial corn-derived sweetener syrup.
Family watchlist
Industrial syrup sweetener
CarrageenanConcern 7/10 — Higher concernThickenerWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Thickener
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Carrageenan is a texture helper that many users prefer to avoid.
Additional note
Seaweed-derived thickener and stabilizer.
Family watchlist
Texture stabilizer gum
Vegetable Oil (Palm, Soybean)Concern 6/10 — Moderate concernRefined oilWatchlist
What this is
Refined oil
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Refined industrial oil blends are commonly flagged by users who avoid refined seed oils.
Additional note
Refined palm and soybean oil blend.
Family watchlist
Refined seed oil blend
Modified Corn StarchConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernModified starchWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Modified starch
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Modified starches signal texture engineering beyond simple cooking.
Additional note
Chemically or physically modified starch used for texture.
Family watchlist
Texture-modifying starch
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Colored With (Beta-Carotene, Caramel Color)Concern 6/10 — Moderate concernColor additiveWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Color additive
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Added colorants are mainly for appearance and are commonly flagged by users.
Additional note
Color additives used to adjust appearance.
Family watchlist
Added color additives
Natural FlavorConcern 6/10 — Moderate 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 label that hides the specific flavor inputs.
Additional note
Broad flavor system with undisclosed components.
Family watchlist
Vague flavor system
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 make the exact flavor inputs unclear.
Additional note
Broad spice category without specific named spices.
Family watchlist
Vague spice category
Enriched Flour (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid)Concern 4/10 — Mild concernRefined flour
What this is
Refined flour
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Refined flour with added nutrients is common but more processed than whole grain.
Additional note
Refined wheat flour with vitamin and mineral fortification added.
SugarConcern 4/10 — Mild concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Refined sugar is a common but notable sweetener in the formula.
Additional note
Refined sweetener used as a major sugar source.
Family watchlist
Refined sweetener
Brown SugarConcern 4/10 — Mild concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Another refined sweetener adds to the sugar load.
Additional note
Refined sugar with molasses added back.
Family watchlist
Refined sweetener
DextroseConcern 4/10 — Mild concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Dextrose adds another refined sugar to the sweetener stack.
Additional note
Refined simple sugar derived from starch.
Family watchlist
Refined sugar
MolassesConcern 3/10 — Mild concernSweetener
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Molasses is a sweetener with more sugar content than whole food ingredients.
Additional note
Sugar-cane byproduct syrup used for sweetness and color.
Contains 2% or less: Skim MilkConcern 1/10 — Very low concernDairy
What this is
Dairy
Processing category
Processed
Why it matters
Common dairy ingredient with mild processing only.
Additional note
Pasteurized dairy ingredient in small amount.
Sweet PotatoesConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Recognizable whole food and the main product identity.
Additional note
Whole vegetable base for the filling.
WaterConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Basic recognizable ingredient with no concern.
Additional note
Plain water used in preparation.
EggsConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Recognizable whole food with no meaningful concern.
Additional note
Whole egg used for structure and richness.
SaltConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Simple seasoning with no meaningful concern.
Additional note
Basic seasoning salt.
CinnamonConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Named spice with no meaningful concern.
Additional note
Recognizable spice used for flavor.
This Food Integrity score estimates how close the ingredient profile is to a simple, recognizable formulation. 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.
Low-Spike Stability
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Sweetener/sugar on watchlist (see Food Integrity)
This product has 1 additional signal 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: Sweetener/sugar ingredients (Mentions "sugar", "syrup", "dextrose". See ingredients for details.)
Low Sugar Lifestyle
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Sweetener/sugar on watchlist (see Food Integrity)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Appetite & Portion Awareness
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Sweetener/sugar ingredients (Mentions "sugar", "syrup", "dextrose". See ingredients for details.)
Vegetarian
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegetarian, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Plant-food ingredients (Mentions "sweet potato". See ingredients for details.)
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", "egg". 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", "egg". 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.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
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", "enriched flour". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
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: Higher processing level (Highly processed)
This product has 2 additional signals 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: Higher processing level (Highly processed)
This product has 2 additional signals 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: Higher processing level (Highly processed)
This product has 2 additional signals 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.
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.
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.
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 Sara Lee Tender Sweet Potatoes & Spices Pie 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.
How much fiber is in one serving?
Sara Lee Tender Sweet Potatoes & Spices Pie shows about 0.97g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Sara Lee Tender Sweet Potatoes & Spices Pie: 20g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include Sugar, High fructose corn syrup. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.
What helped the Longevity Score?
Key positives called out in the analysis include: Sweet potato is a whole-food vegetable base; Some fiber from sweet potato; Simple spices and cinnamon.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: High added sugar from sugar, corn syrup, dextrose, and brown sugar; Refined enriched flour crust; Palm and soybean oil with colors and carrageenan.
Who might evaluate this product differently?
People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same ice cream & frozen desserts 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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