M&S Food

Extremely cheesy cheddar and red Leicester hot cross buns

Barcode 29217144

Yes — Extremely cheesy cheddar and red Leicester hot cross buns is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including emulsifiers (E471, E472e, E470a), pea protein, palm fat, dextrose, and maltodextrin. These ingredients are markers of industrial formulation and go beyond basic culinary processing according to the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

Ground cereal grain flour from wheat; a basic, staple baking ingredient.
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

barber's extra mature cheddar cheese (milk) (12%)
OK

red leicester cheese (12%) (red leicester cheese (milk) · natural colour: b-carotenes)
OK

wheat gluten

A protein-rich dried form of gluten obtained from wheat, used as a binder and texturizer in bakery and meat substitutes.
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

dried fermented wheat flour

Dried flour produced through fermentation of wheat, used as a basic baking ingredient.
OK

salt

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

emulsifier: e471, e472e, e470a
OK

malted wheat

Wheat that has been germinated and dried to stop enzyme activity, often used as a malt in baking or brewing; provides sweet, malty flavors.
UPF

pea protein

Protein derived from yellow peas, often sold as powder or isolate for texturizing and fortification.
UPF

palm fat

A fat derived from the fruit of oil palm. Often a highly processed vegetable oil used in food production.
OK

rowan berry extract
OK

ascorbic acid (vitamin c) used as flour treatment agent

Ascorbic acid added to flour as a processing agent to improve dough strength and flour performance; commonly used as a bakery additive.
OK

cornflour

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

dextrose

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

tapioca starch

Starch extracted from cassava (tapioca root), used as a thickener and binder.
OK

wheat starch

Starch extracted from wheat grain, used as a thickener, filler, or texture modifier in foods.

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Common questions about Extremely cheesy cheddar and red Leicester hot cross buns

Is Extremely cheesy cheddar and red Leicester hot cross buns ultra-processed?

Yes — Extremely cheesy cheddar and red Leicester hot cross buns by M&S Food is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including emulsifiers (E471, E472e, E470a), pea protein, palm fat, dextrose, and maltodextrin. These ingredients are markers of industrial formulation and go beyond basic culinary processing according to the NOVA classification.

Which ingredients in Extremely cheesy cheddar and red Leicester hot cross buns are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Extremely cheesy cheddar and red Leicester hot cross buns as ultra-processed markers: pea protein, palm fat, dextrose, maltodextrin. 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.