Almond Butter + Puffed Quinoa Dark Chocolate

Barcode 1230000097055

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No — Almond Butter + Puffed Quinoa Dark Chocolate is not ultra-processed.

This chocolate bar is made from basic culinary ingredients: cocoa mass, cocoa butter, unrefined coconut sugar, almond paste, and puffed quinoa. These are minimally processed foods (roasted/ground cocoa, pressed cocoa butter, ground almonds, and puffed whole grain) without industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, thickeners, or flavorings, so it does not meet the criteria for an ultra-processed food.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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cocoa mass

Cocoa mass is the solid portion of cacao beans after roasting and grinding, used as a primary chocolate ingredient.
OK

organic unrefined coconut sugar

A natural sugar derived from the sap of coconut palms; a traditional sweetener with a rich caramel-like flavor.
OK

organic almond paste

A paste made from ground almonds, often with added sugar and oil; used as a filling or flavoring in baked goods. Organic certification indicates it is produced without synthetic pesticides.
OK

cocoa butter

Cocoa butter is the natural fat extracted from cacao beans, used for texture and richness in chocolate and baked goods.
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organic crispy quinoa with 70% minimum cocoa solids

A processed mix of organic crispy quinoa with cocoa solids; typically used as a chocolatey ingredient or cereal component. Contains cocoa mass and possibly sugar.

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Common questions about Almond Butter + Puffed Quinoa Dark Chocolate

Is Almond Butter + Puffed Quinoa Dark Chocolate ultra-processed?

No — Almond Butter + Puffed Quinoa Dark Chocolate by Hu is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). This chocolate bar is made from basic culinary ingredients: cocoa mass, cocoa butter, unrefined coconut sugar, almond paste, and puffed quinoa. These are minimally processed foods (roasted/ground cocoa, pressed cocoa butter, ground almonds, and puffed whole grain) without industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, thickeners, or flavorings, so it does not meet the criteria for an ultra-processed food.

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.