Snacks, rice cracker brown rice, plain
FDC 167966cake (9 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 49 · +5 vs Snacks medianPlain brown rice crackers score 49 of 100, a Fair-band result that puts them at rank 22 of 60 in Snacks, just behind popcorn cakes and against a category median of 44. Magnesium leads the nutrient profile at an excellent 31% DV, with good showings of protein (16% DV) and dietary fiber (15% DV) carried over from the whole grain.
These crackers are usually eaten on their own or as a base for a savory topping like hummus or cheese, standing in for wheat crackers when someone wants a gluten-free option; a single cake is light at 9 grams. Calorie density runs to 387 per 100 grams, so the appeal here is more about the whole-grain nutrient carryover than about being a low-energy snack.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 387 kcal | 19% |
| Total fat | 2.8 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.57 g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 166 mg | 7% |
| Carbohydrate | 82 g | 30% |
| Dietary fiber | 4.2 g | 15% |
| Sugars | 0.89 g | |
| Protein | 8.2 g | 16% |
| Potassium | 290 mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 11 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 131 mg | 31% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.62 mg | 4% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 35 kcal | 2% |
| Total fat | 0.25 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 15 mg | 1% |
| Carbohydrate | 7.3 g | 3% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.38 g | 1% |
| Sugars | 0.08 g | |
| Protein | 0.74 g | 1% |
| Potassium | 26 mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 0.99 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.13 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 12 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.06 mg | 0% |
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FDC 167966Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the snacks median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Plain brown rice crackers are made by pressing and baking or puffing brown rice into thin, crisp cakes, giving a nuttier, slightly toasted flavor than white rice versions thanks to the retained bran layer. They are eaten on their own for a plain crunch or used as a gluten-free base for toppings such as nut butter, sliced cheese, smoked fish or a smear of guacamole. Their neutral flavor also makes them a stand-in for crackers alongside soups, dips and cheese boards.
Each cake here weighs about 9 g, so the 387 calories per 100 g works out to roughly 35 calories per piece before any topping is added. Per 100 g they supply 8.2 g protein, 4.2 g fiber and 31% DV magnesium, their standout nutrient, with only 0.89 g sugar. Keep the package sealed tightly after opening, since brown rice crackers turn soft and lose their snap once exposed to air; a few crackers topped with something higher in protein make a more complete snack than the crackers alone.
Frequently asked questions about snacks
How many calories are in a brown rice cracker?
About 387 calories per 100 g, or roughly 35 calories for a single 9 g cake.
Is this rice cracker a good source of magnesium?
Yes, it provides about 31% of the Daily Value for magnesium per 100 g.
How should rice crackers be stored?
Keep them in a tightly sealed bag or container, since they turn soft quickly once exposed to air.