Little Northern Bakehouse Millet & Chia Hot Dog Buns
Why It Scored This Way
Weak nutritional value, significant processing, or both make this product less supportive of a health-focused diet.
- Fiber
- Saturated Fat
- Added Sugar
- Protein
Verdict
Little Northern Bakehouse Hot Dog Buns, Millet & Chia, Gluten Free are specialty gluten-free rolls intended for plant-based sandwiches. Their main strength is a meaningful amount of fiber, while their main tradeoff is the presence of added sugars. Overall, they provide a specific texture solution for those avoiding gluten in a traditional bun format.
How to Use This
Best kept to limited use within a balanced diet, in controlled portions and not as a routine choice. Pair them with a plant-based sausage or grilled veggie patty for a toasted sandwich.
Nutrition Overview
The label shows a profile with very little protein and a surprising amount of sugar for a savory bread. Sodium is moderate, though the absence of saturated fat is a positive.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 190 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 4.5g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 310mg | 13% |
| Total Carbs | 39g | 14% |
| Dietary Fiber | 4g | 14% |
| Total Sugars | 5g | — |
| Added Sugars | 5g | 10% |
| Protein | 1g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 41mg | 0% |
Ingredient Analysis
The base consists of a gluten-free flour blend of modified tapioca and potato starches and brown rice flour. To achieve a bread-like structure, the formulation incorporates industrial gums, refined starches, and a mix of whole millet and chia seeds.
Ingredients
Water, Gluten-Free Flour Blend (Modified TApioca Starch, Potato Starch, Brown Rice Flour), Sunflower Oil, Dextrose, Psyllium Husk, Cane Sugar, Yeast, Pea Fiber, Modified Cellulose, Salt, Rice Bran, Whole Millet, Whole Chia Seeds, Cultured Cane Sugar, Cellulose Gum, Vinegar.
