Philly Pretzel Factory Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Philly Pretzel Factory cooks with: no deep fryer, everything on the menu (soft pretzels, pretzel dogs, rivets, pepperoni melts) is baked; the dough itself is flour/water/yeast/salt with 0g fat per pretzel, so what fat there is comes from the butter brushed on after baking and from the cheese/cinnamon dips, not a fryer oil. Across the 44 menu items we analyzed, it averages 1.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
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Safest Orders at Philly Pretzel Factory
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| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Pretzel Dog | 0.8g |
| Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel | 1.0g |
| Everything Pretzel | 1.0g |
| Pretzel Poppers (3-pack) | 1.3g |
| Pretzel Sticks (6 pack) | 2.0g |
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Build my orderWhat to Avoid at Philly Pretzel Factory
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Honey Mustard | 6.6g |
| Pretzel Sandwich (Ham & Cheese) | 4.0g |
| Rivet Box Large | 4.0g |
| Jalapeño Cheddar Pretzel | 3.0g |
| Pretzel Sandwich (Turkey) | 3.0g |
Every Philly Pretzel Factory item, ranked
All 44 items we have for Philly Pretzel Factory, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Original Soft Pretzel (1) | 0.0g |
| Real Pretzels (3 pc) | 0.0g |
| Real Pretzels (5 pc) | 0.0g |
| Mini Pretzels (Row of 5) | 0.0g |
| Rivets Shaker | 0.0g |
| Real Pretzels (10 pc) | 0.0g |
| Real Pretzels (20 pc) | 0.0g |
| Crowd Pleaser (25 Pretzels & Mustard) | 0.0g |
| Fountain Drink | 0.0g |
| Frozen Drink 16 oz | 0.0g |
| Yellow Mustard | 0.0g |
| Superhot Mustard | 0.0g |
| Spicy Brown Mustard | 0.0g |
| Rivet Bucket | 0.0g |
| Pretzel Twist | 0.0g |
| Philly Cream Cheese Dip | 0.4g |
| Pretzel Dog | 0.8g |
| Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel | 1.0g |
| Everything Pretzel | 1.0g |
| Marinara Dip | 1.0g |
| Caramel Dip (2 oz) | 1.0g |
| Buttercreme Dip | 1.0g |
| Cinnamon Dip | 1.0g |
| Cookies and Cream Dip | 1.0g |
| Strawberries and Cream Dip | 1.0g |
| Cotton Candy Dip | 1.0g |
| Pretzel Poppers (3-pack) | 1.3g |
| Pretzel Sticks (6 pack) | 2.0g |
| Chocolate Dip (2 oz) | 2.0g |
| Cinnamon Pretzel Twist | 2.0g |
| Rivet Box Small | 2.0g |
| Pepperoni Melt | 2.0g |
| Cinnamon Rivet Shaker | 2.0g |
| Nacho Cheese Dip | 2.0g |
| Brownie Batter Dip | 2.0g |
| Spicy Pretzel Sausage | 2.3g |
| Mini Cheesesteaks | 2.5g |
| Jalapeño Cheddar Pretzel | 3.0g |
| Pretzel Sandwich (Turkey) | 3.0g |
| Birthday Cake Pretzel | 3.0g |
| Melted Cheddar Cheese Dip | 3.0g |
| Pretzel Sandwich (Ham & Cheese) | 4.0g |
| Rivet Box Large | 4.0g |
| Honey Mustard | 6.6g |
Frequently asked
Does Philly Pretzel Factory use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Philly Pretzel Factory cooks with: no deep fryer, everything on the menu (soft pretzels, pretzel dogs, rivets, pepperoni melts) is baked; the dough itself is flour/water/yeast/salt with 0g fat per pretzel, so what fat there is comes from the butter brushed on after baking and from the cheese/cinnamon dips, not a fryer oil. Across the 44 menu items we analyzed, it averages 1.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
What oil does Philly Pretzel Factory cook with?
Our research indicates: no deep fryer, everything on the menu (soft pretzels, pretzel dogs, rivets, pepperoni melts) is baked; the dough itself is flour/water/yeast/salt with 0g fat per pretzel, so what fat there is comes from the butter brushed on after baking and from the cheese/cinnamon dips, not a fryer oil. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Philly Pretzel Factory use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Philly Pretzel Factory cooks with no deep fryer, everything on the menu (soft pretzels, pretzel dogs, rivets, pepperoni melts) is baked; the dough itself is flour/water/yeast/salt with 0g fat per pretzel, so what fat there is comes from the butter brushed on after baking and from the cheese/cinnamon dips, not a fryer oil, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Philly Pretzel Factory seed oil free?
Largely yes. Our research indicates Philly Pretzel Factory cooks with no deep fryer, everything on the menu (soft pretzels, pretzel dogs, rivets, pepperoni melts) is baked; the dough itself is flour/water/yeast/salt with 0g fat per pretzel, so what fat there is comes from the butter brushed on after baking and from the cheese/cinnamon dips, not a fryer oil, which is not an industrial seed oil. Preparation can vary by location.
What is the safest thing to order at Philly Pretzel Factory?
Pepperoni Melt is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Philly Pretzel Factory, at an estimated 2.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Philly Pretzel Factory?
Honey Mustard is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Philly Pretzel Factory, at an estimated 6.6g 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. New to the topic? Start with what seed oils are and the complete list, or read the evidence on why people avoid them.
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