Thomas' 100% Whole Wheat Bagel Thins
Where purchased: Sams Club
Price: 2/$4.18 ($2.09 each)
Overall rating: 3.5/5
I was excited to see these on my last trip to Sams Club. Many of you may be familiar with the Arnold Sandwich thins that are out there. They act like a bun, but only have 100 calories. These Bagel Thins are a similar idea – they act like a whole bagel, but they are thinner so they are only 110 calories each (equal to about half of a bagel). I sometimes buy the 100% whole wheat mini bagels or regular bagels and cut them in half, so this seemed like a great idea to me.
Overall, I found these to be tasty and they met my expectations. I was happy with the value I received (I don’t think I would pay full grocery store price for these, however) as well as the nutrition information – 100% whole wheat, excellent source of fiber, and no high fructose corn syrup. I tried putting them in the toaster and spreading them with peanut butter for breakfast. Toasting them did cause them to get a bit “thin and crispy,” rather than the thick, chewy texture you would expect to get from a bagel. Next time I will try just putting them in the microwave for a few seconds to warm them. I also think they will be great for bagel sandwiches for breakfast or lunch.
These bagel thins received a 3.5 out of 5 rating for me. Nothing special, but I like them and will purchase them again at Sams or if I find them on sale at the grocery store.
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Our trip to Sam's one day earlier produced a similar find and purchase. I just have not tried them yet, but am looking forward to leaving my blueberry pancakes behind for a morning or two. I also purchased some whipped cream cheese (Weight Watchers).
ReplyDeletei'm intrigued! i wish you could toast them with better results though!
ReplyDeleteI love that you're doing this...reviewing new (or optional) products that are positioned to be "healthier" for you too!
ReplyDeleteI had the same experience with the bagels (however you say it), when I toasted them, too dark and dry. Perhaps a lighter setting would make a difference next time?
Personally, I like Arnold's Sandwich Thins better (at least thus far) because they seem to be chewier and have a more dense consistency, even when toasted a little more than they should. We'll keep comparing.
I don't know if these are for me. I personally love the bagels from Schnucks bakery... the french toast or blueberry crumbles (with lots of sugary goodness sprinkled on top). I'd hate to find out the nutrition info on them, but I try to only eat them on long run days, so that I don't have to worry about the calories or fat :)
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