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Pancake mix by McEnnedy
McEnnedy

Pancake mix

Barcode 20149918
Scanned  31  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Pancake mix is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains maltodextrin (an industrially processed sugar) and flavouring (an added flavoring agent).

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    wheat flour
    Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    egg
    Animal protein product from birds, commonly used as a basic ingredient in many foods.
  • OK
    baking powder (raising agents: diphosphates, sodium carbonates, wheat starch)
  • UPF
    maltodextrin
    A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • UPF
    flavouring
    A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.

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Common questions about Pancake mix

Is Pancake mix ultra-processed?

Yes — Pancake mix by McEnnedy is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains maltodextrin (an industrially processed sugar) and flavouring (an added flavoring agent).

Which ingredients in Pancake mix are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Pancake mix as ultra-processed markers: maltodextrin, flavouring. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Pancake mix?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Buckweat & Flax Pancake mix by Sweatpea Pantry, Pancake shaker mix vegan by Tesco, pancake mix by aunt bessie's. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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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