Pancakes

Common questions

Is Pancakes healthy?

Pancakes scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This pancake product contains a mix of beneficial and processed ingredients.

How processed is Pancakes?

Pancakes is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Pancakes' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, vanilla, unbleached flour, buttermilk count in its favor; vegetable oil, brown sugar are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Pancakes

Barlow’s
65 Fair

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 2
Category Pancakes
Summary

This pancake product contains a mix of beneficial and processed ingredients. While almond milk and buttermilk provide some nutritional benefits, the use of vegetable oil, which is often highly processed, detracts from the overall healthiness. The presence of unbleached flour and brown sugar also contributes to its processed nature, limiting its score due to the level of processing involved.

Key ingredients 6

vanilla
Good

Vanilla adds natural flavor and aroma, enhancing the taste of the pancakes without added sugars or artificial ingredients.

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unbleached flour
Good

Unbleached flour is a minimally processed grain that provides essential carbohydrates and nutrients, making it a healthier choice.

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buttermilk
Good

Buttermilk adds moisture and a tangy flavor to pancakes, along with some beneficial probiotics and nutrients.

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almond milk
Neutral

Almond milk is a plant-based alternative that adds creaminess without many added fats or sugars, making it a neutral choice.

vegetable oil
Bad

Vegetable oil often contains processed fats that can be less healthy when consumed in excess, which is why it is considered a negative ingredient.

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brown sugar
Bad

Brown sugar is a sweetener that contributes to higher sugar content, which can impact health if consumed in large amounts.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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