Lidl, Milbona (Lidl)

Buttermilk Pancakes

Barcode 4056489975977

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Yes — Buttermilk Pancakes is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives, including partially hydrogenated coconut oil (a refined and hydrogenated oil), vanilla flavouring (flavouring agents), raising agents: sodium carbonates (pre-identified UPF ingredient), diphosphates (industrial raising agent), preservative: potassium sorbate, and emulsifier: lecithins. These industrial additives go beyond basic culinary ingredients and place the product in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

Ground cereal grain flour obtained from wheat; a basic carbohydrate source used as a staple ingredient in baking.
OK

water

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

egg

Egg from poultry used as a binding and leavening ingredient; a natural protein-rich food.
OK

sugar

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

Skimmed Milk Powder

Skimmed milk powder is made by removing water from pasteurized skim milk.
OK

buttermilk powder

Dried dairy product made from buttermilk; a processed milk derivative used to add dairy flavor and moisture.
UPF

vegetable oils (rapeseed, partially hydrogenated coconut)

Basic culinary oils from vegetables; includes rapeseed (canola) oil and partially hydrogenated coconut oil. Used as cooking oil and ingredient. Not a single refined product; may include hydrogenated oil component.
OK

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
UPF

sodium carbonates raising agents

Leavening agents containing sodium carbonate (soda ash) used to produce carbon dioxide for doughs and batters.
UPF

diphosphates; vanilla flavouring

Diphosphates are food additives used as leavening or sequestrants. Vanilla flavouring is a flavor additive. Combined entry likely refers to additives and flavoring rather than a single ingredient.
OK

salt

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

preservative: potassium sorbate; emulsifier: lecithins (rapeseed, sunflower); acidity regulator: citric acid

A functional food ingredient mix: preservative potassium sorbate, emulsifiers lecithins, acidity regulator citric acid; includes allergen note. These are common food additives.

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Common questions about Buttermilk Pancakes

Is Buttermilk Pancakes ultra-processed?

Yes — Buttermilk Pancakes by Lidl, Milbona (Lidl) is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives, including partially hydrogenated coconut oil (a refined and hydrogenated oil), vanilla flavouring (flavouring agents), raising agents: sodium carbonates (pre-identified UPF ingredient), diphosphates (industrial raising agent), preservative: potassium sorbate, and emulsifier: lecithins. These industrial additives go beyond basic culinary ingredients and place the product in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in Buttermilk Pancakes are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Buttermilk Pancakes as ultra-processed markers: vegetable oils (rapeseed, partially hydrogenated coconut), sodium carbonates raising agents, diphosphates; vanilla flavouring. 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.