
Land O Lakes
Flavor:
Maple Me Crazy™ Butter Spread
Ingredients:
Cream, Brown Sugar, Water, Canola Oil, Maple Syrup, Contains Less Than 2% Of Natural Flavor, Citric Acid, Salt, Potassium Sorbate (to Preserve Freshness), Guar Gum, Caramel Color.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:

Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the ‘Land O Lakes Maple Me Crazy™ Butter Spread’ earns the lowest possible score on our clean food scale. This rating reflects a product that falls significantly short of our criteria for healthier food options.
The ‘Land O Lakes Maple Me Crazy™ Butter Spread’ is not organic, a factor that immediately reduces its standing on our scale. Additionally, the product is not made with non-GMO ingredients, further impacting its score negatively. The presence of added sugars, such as brown sugar and maple syrup, contributes to its low rating due to our strict standards against added sugars in food products.
The ingredient list reveals several components that raise concerns. The inclusion of ‘natural flavor’ and ‘caramel color’ is particularly troubling, as these additives are often associated with potential health risks. The use of canola oil, which we consider a harmful oil due to its typical processing methods and potential GMO origin, also detracts from the product’s overall score.
Moreover, the spread contains potassium sorbate, a preservative used to extend shelf life, which we identify as a potentially harmful additive. The presence of citric acid, while commonly used as a preservative and flavor enhancer, is included in our scoring deductions for added sugars. Guar gum, although a less concerning ingredient, is often used as a thickener or stabilizer in processed foods.
Taking into account these factors, the ‘Land O Lakes Maple Me Crazy™ Butter Spread’ is not recommended for those seeking cleaner, healthier food options. The product’s composition, featuring non-organic, GMO ingredients, added sugars, and potentially harmful additives, leads to its unfavorable assessment on our green leaf rating system. Consumers are advised to consider alternative products that better align with the criteria for a clean and healthy diet.
Certifications:
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