Rowan Hill Bakery

4 Giant Buttermilk Pancakes

Barcode 4056489147862

Scanned 9 times by Nomi users

Yes — 4 Giant Buttermilk Pancakes is ultra-processed.

Product contains ultra-processed additives, including raising agents: diphosphates (pre-identified as UPF), preservatives (calcium propionate, potassium sorbate), and refined milk derivatives (whey powder). These industrial formulations and additives classify it as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wheat flour (_wheat_ flour, calcium carbonate, niacin, iron)
OK

thiamine

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

_buttermilk_ 29%
OK

water

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

sugar

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

egg

Egg that has been pasteurized for safety. Core animal protein ingredient used in baking.
OK

whey powder (_milk_)
OK

rapeseed oil

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

diphosphate salts used as leavening agents

Food additive(s) used to produce leavening in baked goods (industrially prepared).
OK

potassium bicarbonates; preservatives: calcium propionate
OK

potassium sorbate; acidity regulator: citric acid; salt

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Common questions about 4 Giant Buttermilk Pancakes

Is 4 Giant Buttermilk Pancakes ultra-processed?

Yes — 4 Giant Buttermilk Pancakes by Rowan Hill Bakery is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Product contains ultra-processed additives, including raising agents: diphosphates (pre-identified as UPF), preservatives (calcium propionate, potassium sorbate), and refined milk derivatives (whey powder). These industrial formulations and additives classify it as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Which ingredients in 4 Giant Buttermilk Pancakes are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in 4 Giant Buttermilk Pancakes as an ultra-processed marker: diphosphate salts used as leavening agents. 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.