Cracker Barrel Seed Oil Report Card
Safest Orders
| Macaroni & Cheese | 1.0g PUFA |
| Grilled Chicken Tenderloin | 2.0g PUFA |
| Turnip Greens | 2.0g PUFA |
| Hashbrown Casserole | 4.0g PUFA |
| Buttermilk Pancakes (3) | 4.0g PUFA |
Watch Out For
| Country Fried Steak | 20.0g PUFA |
| Southern Fried Chicken | 19.0g PUFA |
| Fried Catfish (2 pc) | 14.0g PUFA |
| Fried Okra | 13.0g PUFA |
| Chocolate Coca-Cola Cake | 10.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Cracker Barrel use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Cracker Barrel cooks with: Soybean oil (disclosed in Cracker Barrel allergen/ingredient documentation; used for all frying including chicken, okra, catfish, and baking shortening). Across the 16 menu items we analyzed, it averages 8.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of C (High Risk).
What oil does Cracker Barrel cook with?
Our research indicates: Soybean oil (disclosed in Cracker Barrel allergen/ingredient documentation; used for all frying including chicken, okra, catfish, and baking shortening). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
What is the safest thing to order at Cracker Barrel?
Macaroni & Cheese is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Cracker Barrel, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Cracker Barrel?
Country Fried Steak is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Cracker Barrel, at an estimated 20.0g PUFA. Fried items and creamy, mayo-based sauces are usually the heaviest.
What are seed oils?
Seed oils — canola, soybean, sunflower, corn, and similar vegetable oils — are extracted from seeds using high heat and chemical solvents. They are very high in polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), which are unstable at cooking temperatures and can oxidize easily. Many health-conscious eaters choose to minimize seed oils and prefer foods cooked in beef tallow, butter, coconut oil, or olive oil instead. This page shows estimated PUFA grams per menu item to help you make more informed choices. These are estimates — actual values vary by preparation and location. Curious why people avoid them? Read the evidence.
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