M&S Collection

Mini Mince Pies

Barcode 00960328

Yes — Mini Mince Pies is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives. These include glucose-fructose syrup (an industrially processed sugar syrup), gelling agent pectin (isolated additive), preservative acetic acid, humectant glycerol, antioxidant ascorbic acid, raising agents (E450, sodium bicarbonate) used in a processed context, and especially the pre-identified UPF ingredients orange oil and dextrose. The presence of these industrial formulations and additives makes the overall product UPF according to NOVA.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

mincemeat (sultanas, glucose-fructose syrup, apple purée, vostizza currants)
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

glacé cherries (cherries, glucose-fructose syrup, sugar, natural colour: anthocyanins (from black carrots) , acidity regulator: citric acid)
OK

cranberries
OK

concentrated clementine juice
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

raisins

Dried grapes, commonly used as a sweet ingredient in baking and snacks; natural, minimally processed fruit product.
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

mixed peel (orange peel, glucose-fructose syrup, lemon peel, sugar, acidity regulator: citric acid)
OK

cognac
OK

brandy

A distilled spirit flavored with wine or fermented fruit juice. Not typically eaten as a basic food ingredient; used as a beverage or cooking liquor.
OK

humectant: glycerol cider
OK

ground spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, black pepper)
OK

preservative: acetic acid
OK

black treacle

A dark, viscous syrup produced during sugar refining; used as a sweetener and flavoring in baking and desserts.
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid used to regulate acidity in foods; commonly produced industrially via fermentation of sugars and used as a preservative and flavor enhancer.
OK

gelling agent: pectin (from fruit)
OK

orange oil

Essential oil derived from orange peels used for flavor; highly concentrated aroma compound.
OK

ascorbic acid (vitamin c)

A common antioxidant used to preserve foods and boost vitamin C intake.
OK

wheat flour

A basic flour derived from wheat, containing gluten; used as a primary baking ingredient.
OK

thiamine

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

unsalted butter (milk) sugar
OK

wildfarmed wheatflour contains gluten (with wheatflour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin)
OK

wheat semolina (contains gluten)
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
OK

salt

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

e450 (diphosphates)

A synthetic or processed leavening agent used to produce gas in doughs and batters; commonly a mixture of diphosphates.
OK

sodium bicarbonate

Baking soda; a basic leavening agent used in baking and cooking.
OK

shea oil

Oil pressed from shea nuts; a basic vegetable oil used in cooking and formulation.
OK

caramelised sugar

A sugar that has been heated to develop a caramel flavor and color; essentially a processed form of sugar.

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Common questions about Mini Mince Pies

Is Mini Mince Pies ultra-processed?

Yes — Mini Mince Pies by M&S Collection is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives. These include glucose-fructose syrup (an industrially processed sugar syrup), gelling agent pectin (isolated additive), preservative acetic acid, humectant glycerol, antioxidant ascorbic acid, raising agents (E450, sodium bicarbonate) used in a processed context, and especially the pre-identified UPF ingredients orange oil and dextrose. The presence of these industrial formulations and additives makes the overall product UPF according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Mini Mince Pies are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Mini Mince Pies as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, e450 (diphosphates). 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.