Franz Organic The Great Sprouted Bread Thin Sliced
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Protein
- Fiber
- Sodium
- Added Sugar
Verdict
Franz Franz Organic The Great Sprouted Bread Thin Sliced is a seeded, sprouted whole wheat loaf. Its main strength is a moderate protein content, while its main tradeoff is a more formulated profile. Overall, it is a nutrient-dense choice for those who prefer a variety of grains in their bread.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Try it as a toasted base for an avocado smash topped with sliced radishes and sprouts.
Nutrition Overview
The label shows a favorable balance of fiber and protein paired with low sodium levels. Added cane sugar is present, which slightly offsets the benefits of the whole-grain base.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 90 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 80mg | 3% |
| Total Carbs | 15g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber | 3g | 11% |
| Total Sugars | 3g | — |
| Added Sugars | 3g | 6% |
| Protein | 4g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 84mg | 2% |
Ingredient Analysis
The bread is built from sprouted whole wheat and an extensive blend of seeds, including pumpkin, sunflower, and flax. To achieve its commercial texture and shelf life, the recipe includes vital wheat gluten, molasses, and various enzymes.
Ingredients
Organic Whole Wheat Flour (Organic Sprouted Whole Wheat Flour, Organic Whole Wheat Flour), Filtered Water, Organic Grain and Seed Blend (Organic Cracked Wheat, Organic Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Sunflower Seeds, Organic Brown Flax Seeds, Organic Sesame Seeds, Organic Steel Cut Oats, Organic Millet, Organic Black Sesame Seeds, Organic Brown Rice, Organic Golden Flax, Organic Spelt Flakes, Organic Rolled Oats, Organic Tri-Colored Quinoa, Organic Sorghum, Organic Buckwheat Groats, Organic Khorasan Wheat Flakes, Organic Barley Flakes, Organic Triticale Flakes, Organic Soft White Wheat Flakes, Organic Rye Flakes, Organic Poppy Seeds, Organic Amaranth, Organic Corn Meal, Organic Chia Seeds, Organic Wheat Bran), Organic Cane Sugar, Organic Vital Wheat Gluten, Contains 2% or Less of Each of the Following: Yeast, Organic Molasses, Organic Oat Fiber, Sea Salt, Organic Soybean Oil, Organic Cultured Wheat Flour, Organic Distilled Vinegar, Enzymes, Ascorbic Acid.
