Cumberland Farms Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Cumberland Farms cooks with: canola oil blend for roller-grill/hot foods (empanadas, taquitos, pizza, sandwiches); select locations fry Krispy Krunchy Chicken items in soybean oil, which run higher-PUFA. Across the 39 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Cumberland Farms
Learn this once: a salad with grilled protein and the dressing left off is nearly always the lowest seed oil order anywhere. So the list below sticks to real meals, salads included, never just a water.
Cleanest full order: Cheese Pizza Slice + Farmhouse Blend Coffee, 6.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| HYPERFREEZE Blue Raspberry | 0.0g |
| HYPERFREEZE Cherry | 0.0g |
| HYPERFREEZE Cotton Candy | 0.0g |
| HYPERFREEZE Sour Apple Shock | 0.0g |
| Garden Salad | 2.0g |
What to Avoid at Cumberland Farms
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Krispy Krunchy Fried Chicken (2pc) | 12.0g |
| Krispy Krunchy Chicken Tenders (4pc) | 12.0g |
| Krispy Krunchy Chicken Wings (6pc) | 11.0g |
| Beef & Cheese Empanada | 9.0g |
| Chicken Empanada | 9.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Cumberland Farms use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Cumberland Farms cooks with: canola oil blend for roller-grill/hot foods (empanadas, taquitos, pizza, sandwiches); select locations fry Krispy Krunchy Chicken items in soybean oil, which run higher-PUFA. Across the 39 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Cumberland Farms cook with?
Our research indicates: canola oil blend for roller-grill/hot foods (empanadas, taquitos, pizza, sandwiches); select locations fry Krispy Krunchy Chicken items in soybean oil, which run higher-PUFA. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Cumberland Farms use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Cumberland Farms cooks with canola oil blend for roller-grill/hot foods (empanadas, taquitos, pizza, sandwiches); select locations fry Krispy Krunchy Chicken items in soybean oil, which run higher-PUFA, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Cumberland Farms seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Cumberland Farms cooks with canola oil blend for roller-grill/hot foods (empanadas, taquitos, pizza, sandwiches); select locations fry Krispy Krunchy Chicken items in soybean oil, which run higher-PUFA, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Cumberland Farms?
HYPERFREEZE Blue Raspberry is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Cumberland Farms, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Cumberland Farms?
Krispy Krunchy Fried Chicken (2pc) is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Cumberland Farms, at an estimated 12.0g 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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See where Cumberland Farms lands on the full Seed Oil Index, or check which chains cook in real fats on Tallow Watch. Wondering about a specific dish instead? The Is It Seed Oil food guide answers it for 200+ everyday foods, and the distributor oils page covers what independent restaurants fry in.