Sweet Cinnamon Filled Korean Pancakes (Trader Joe’s)
Why It Scored This Way
Weak nutritional value, significant processing, or both make this product less supportive of a health-focused diet.
- Protein
- Saturated Fat
- Fiber
- Added Sugar
Verdict
Sweet Cinnamon Filled Korean Pancakes (Trader Joe’s) are a pre-made, sweet breakfast treat. Their main strength is a moderate protein content, while their main tradeoff is a high amount of added sugar. Overall, this is a dessert-style breakfast for those seeking a convenient, sweetened flavor profile.
How to Use This
Best kept to limited use within a balanced diet, in controlled portions and not as a routine choice. Pair it with fresh berries and a side of sliced avocado for a more balanced breakfast plate.
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Nutrition Overview
The profile is defined by a high concentration of added sugars and calories relative to the serving size. While it provides some protein and fiber, the sugar content is the dominant nutritional feature.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 280 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 8g | 10% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5g | 8% |
| Sodium | 180mg | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber | 3g | 11% |
| Total Sugars | 27g | — |
| Added Sugars | 12g | 24% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
Ingredient Analysis
The product is built from wheat and sweet rice flours, featuring a sweet potato mousse filling. The formulation is heavily supported by refined sugars, modified starches, and artificial caramel color, reflecting a highly processed nature.
Ingredients
Water, wheat flour, batter mix (wheat flour, modified tapioca starch, sugar, cornstarch, sweet rice flour, canola oil, rice flour, dextrose, salt, glucono-delta-lactone, sodium bicarbonate), sweet rice flour, sugar, sweet potato mousse (sweet potato, water, sugar, modified cornstarch, salt, vinegar, xanthan gum), soybean oil, yeast, cinnamon, caramel color, sea salt.
