Cherry Pastry

Barcode 29092093

Yes — Cherry Pastry is ultra-processed.

Classified as UPF because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and formulations such as glucose syrup, flavourings, gelling agent (amidated pectin), and acidity regulator (E330). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and indicate ultra-processing under the NOVA system.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

morello cherries (26%)
OK

sugar

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

unsalted butter (milk)

Dairy fat produced from milk with no added salt; common cooking fat in many cuisines.
OK

wheat flour contains gluten (with wheat flour)
OK

calcium carbonate

A basic inorganic calcium salt used as a nutrition supplement and anticaking agent in foods.
OK

iron

Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
OK

riboflavin

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B2) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

pasteurised egg

A basic animal-derived food ingredient from eggs. Used as a protein source in dishes.
OK

maize flour

Finely ground maize used as a staple ingredient in baking and cooking; a basic food commodity.
OK

ground almonds

Finely milled almonds used as flour substitute or ingredient in baking; can be blanched or with skins.
UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
OK

gelling agent: amidated pectin
OK

raising agent: e341
OK

sodium bicarbonate

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

acidity regulator: e330
OK

red sugar
OK

colour: anthocyanins (from grapes)

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Common questions about Cherry Pastry

Is Cherry Pastry ultra-processed?

Yes — Cherry Pastry is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as UPF because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and formulations such as glucose syrup, flavourings, gelling agent (amidated pectin), and acidity regulator (E330). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and indicate ultra-processing under the NOVA system.

Which ingredients in Cherry Pastry are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Cherry Pastry as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, flavourings. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.