Trader Joes

Maple pecan clusters cereal

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Yes — Maple pecan clusters cereal is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrial additives and formulations such as natural flavors and barley malt syrup, which is an industrially processed flavor enhancer. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and indicate industrial processing according to NOVA.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

rolled oats

Thin flat oats steamed and rolled to flatten them for quicker cooking; a minimally processed cereal grain.
OK

sugar (cane)

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane; a basic sweetener used in foods and drinks.
OK

corn flour

A fine, white powder made from ground corn, used as a thickener in sauces, soups, and baking in some regions (note: in some countries corn flour refers to cornstarch).
OK

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

canola oil

A neutral, light-tasting vegetable oil pressed from canola seeds; a basic culinary oil used for frying, sautéing, and dressings.
OK

pecans

A rich, buttery, elongated-shelled tree-nut commonly used in baking, snacks, and desserts. High in healthy fats and protein.
OK

maple syrup

A traditional sweet syrup made from the sap of maple trees, commonly used as a natural sweetener in foods and beverages.
OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

cornstarch

A fine, gluten-free starch derived from corn kernels, used as a thickener and binder in many foods.
OK

brown rice

Whole grain rice with bran layer; commonly used as a staple carbohydrate.
OK

honey

A natural sweet viscous liquid produced by bees from floral nectar; widely used as a sweetener in foods.
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
UPF

barley malt syrup

A syrup produced from barley malt; a sweet, viscous liquid used as a sweetener and flavoring in baking and cooking.
UPF

natural flavors

Flavorings derived from natural sources used to add or enhance aroma and taste; can include essential oils, extracts, or other natural flavor compounds.
OK

rice bran

Outer outer layer of rice grain contains dietary fiber, fats, and micronutrients; commonly used as an ingredient or supplement in cereals, baking, or added to foods.
UPF

color added (annatto, turmeric, vegetable juice)

A food colorant composed of natural pigments derived from annatto seeds, turmeric, and vegetable juice used to impart color to foods.

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Common questions about Maple pecan clusters cereal

Is Maple pecan clusters cereal ultra-processed?

Yes — Maple pecan clusters cereal by Trader Joes is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrial additives and formulations such as natural flavors and barley malt syrup, which is an industrially processed flavor enhancer. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and indicate industrial processing according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Maple pecan clusters cereal are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Maple pecan clusters cereal as ultra-processed markers: barley malt syrup, natural flavors, color added (annatto, turmeric, vegetable juice). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrial formulations made with ingredients and additives you wouldn't find in a home kitchen — such as emulsifiers, artificial flavourings, colourings and modified starches. The classification is based on the NOVA system used by researchers and dietitians worldwide.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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Product information comes from public databases and Nomi's own analysis, and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Ultra-processed classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.