Wendy’s
Flavor:
Sausage, Egg & Cheese Biscuit
Ingredients:
Buttermilk Biscuit: Enriched Bleached Flour (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Iron, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Cultured Buttermilk (Skim and/or Low-Fat Milk, Nonfat Dry Milk, Bacterial Culture Added), Water, Palm oil, Contains less than 2% of Cultured Buttermilk (Nonfat Milk, Contains 0.5% or less of Guar Gum, Tapioca Starch/Flour, Carrageenan, Locust Bean Gum, Mono & Diglycerides, Modified Tapioca Starch/Flour, Salt, Sodium Citrate), Sugar, Salt, Baking Soda, Soybean Oil, Sodium Aluminum Phosphate, Modified Wheat Starch, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Dextrose, Wheat Protein Isolate (Wheat Gluten, Lactic Acid), Natural Flavors, Soy Lecithin, Monocalcium Phosphate, Whey, Nonfat Dry Milk, Xanthan Gum, Biscuit Oil (Canola Oil, Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil, Salt, Natural Flavor, Soy Lecithin, Beta Carotene [Color]). CONTAINS: WHEAT, MILK, SOY.
Sausage Patty: Pork, Water, Spices, Salt, Dextrose, Sugar. SAUSAGE PATTIES ARE COOKED ON THE SAME GRILL AS, AND MAY COME IN CONTACT WITH, INGREDIENTS THAT CONTAIN MILK AND SOY.
Egg: Egg, Soy Lecithin (Pan Spray), Salt. CONTAINS: EGG, SOY.
American Cheese Slice: Milk, Cream, Water, Sodium Citrate, Salt, Contains 2% or less of Apocarotenal and Beta Carotene (Color), Cheese Culture, Citric Acid, Enzymes, Sorbic Acid (Preservative), Soy Lecithin. CONTAINS: MILK, SOY.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Wendy’s Sausage, Egg & Cheese Biscuit presents significant concerns for those seeking cleaner food options. This product does not meet the standards of organic or non-GMO ingredients, which is a baseline expectation for health-conscious consumers.
The biscuit, sausage, egg, and cheese components all contribute to the product’s low rating. The buttermilk biscuit includes enriched bleached flour and a variety of additives and modified starches that detract from its nutritional profile. The presence of palm oil, known for its environmental impact, and the inclusion of hydrogenated oils, which are associated with negative health effects, further lower the product’s standing.
The sausage patty, while simple in its ingredients list, is not free from added sugars and is cooked on the same grill as other items containing milk and soy, posing a risk of cross-contamination for those with allergies. The egg, although a potentially wholesome ingredient, is prepared with soy lecithin, which is often derived from genetically modified sources.
The American cheese slice contains preservatives and artificial colors, which are unnecessary additives for a product aiming to be considered clean. Moreover, the use of soy lecithin is again noted, raising additional GMO concerns.
This product has been scrutinized for its additive content, which includes carrageenan, a thickening agent linked to digestive issues, and other various emulsifiers and stabilizers that are often processed and artificial. The presence of multiple forms of added sugars, such as dextrose and sugar, contribute to the overall negative assessment, as excessive sugar intake is a widespread health concern.
The Wendy’s Sausage, Egg & Cheese Biscuit is far removed from a clean food choice, evidenced by its extensive list of additives, sugars, and non-organic ingredients. For consumers prioritizing health and environmentally sound practices, this item does not align with those values and is best left off the menu.
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