Snack Cakes
by Great Value
Safety score
Poor
Based on an ingredient-level analysis for babies and young children. Not medical advice.
Ingredients to watch
High Fructose Corn Syrup
moderateHigh fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is a heavily processed sweetener linked to increased risk of obesity, metabolic syndrome, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. It is not recommended for children.
fd&c red #40 aluminum lake
moderateFD&C synthetic dyes are petroleum-derived colorants. As a group, they have been linked to hyperactivity in children. Many EU countries require warning labels when these are present.
corn syrup
moderateCorn syrup is a processed sweetener. While different from high fructose corn syrup, it still adds sugar with no nutritional benefit. The AAP recommends no added sugars for children under 2.
Natural and Artificial Flavors
moderateThis ingredient has a moderate concern level based on available research.
What's good in it
WATER
Used as the primary carrier for all other ingredients.
Solvent
ASCORBIC ACID
Vitamin C that acts as an antioxidant to preserve products and support skin health.
Antioxidant / vitamin C
POTASSIUM SORBATE
A widely used preservative that prevents the growth of mold and yeast.
Preservative
Safer alternatives
Same-category products with a meaningfully better safety profile.
Product data © Open Food Facts / Open Beauty Facts / Open Products Facts contributors, used under the ODbL. Safety information is general and not medical advice — always check labels and consult your pediatrician.