Trader Joe's Gluten-Free Cinnamon Raisin Bread
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Fiber
- Saturated Fat
- Added Sugar
- Protein
Verdict
Trader Joe's Gluten-Free Cinnamon Raisin Bread is a sweetened, sliced loaf tailored for those avoiding gluten. Its main strength is a meaningful amount of fiber, while its main tradeoff is a more formulated profile. Overall, it is a specialized choice for adding a specific flavor profile to a morning meal.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Try it toasted with a spread of almond butter or served alongside a fresh fruit bowl.
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Nutrition Overview
The label shows a low-protein profile with a modest amount of added sugar and no saturated fat.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 140 cal | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 2.5g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 180mg | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber | 3g | 11% |
| Total Sugars | 8g | — |
| Added Sugars | 3g | 6% |
| Protein | 1g | — |
Ingredient Analysis
The bread is built from modified tapioca starch, raisins, and brown rice flour. To achieve a traditional bread texture without gluten, the formula incorporates several industrial gums and modified starches.
Ingredients
WATER, MODIFIED TAPIOCA STARCH, RAISINS (RAISINS, SUNFLOWER OIL), BROWN RICE FLOUR (BROWN RICE, STABILIZED RICE BRAN), SUNFLOWER AND/OR SAFFLOWER OIL, DEXTROSE, CANE SUGAR, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF PSYLLIUM HUSK POWDER, YEAST, CINNAMON, PEA HULL FIBER, MODIFIED CELLULOSE, CELLULOSE GUM, SEA SALT, RICE BRAN, CULTURED SUGAR (TO PRESERVE), NATURAL FLAVOR
