Aldi

Carlos Stonebaked Pizza

Barcode 4061464848979

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Yes — Carlos Stonebaked Pizza is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as UPF because it contains dextrose, an industrially extracted refined sugar. According to NOVA, such isolated sugar ingredients are markers of ultra-processing. Other ingredients like refined wheat flour, multiple cheeses, oil, yeast, herbs, and basic preservatives do not by themselves make it UPF, but the presence of dextrose is sufficient for this classification.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

tomato purée

A tomato-based concentrate obtained by cooking down tomatoes, commonly used as a base or seasoning in dishes.
OK

emmental cheese (milk) (9%)
OK

water

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

gorgonzola pdo cheese (milk) (5%)
OK

mozzarella cheese (milk) (5%)
OK

pecorino cheese (milk) (2.5%)
OK

cheddar cheese (milk) (2%)
OK

sugar

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

edam cheese (milk) (1.5%)
OK

gouda cheese (milk) (1.5%)
OK

rapeseed oil

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

grana padano pdo cheese (1.5%) (grana padano cheese (milk))
OK

preservative: lysozyme (egg)
OK

red pepper purée

Pureed red bell peppers, a simple vegetable puree often used as a flavor base or ingredient in sauces and dishes.
OK

yeast

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

wheat germ flour
OK

salt

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

spirit vinegar

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

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

dried garlic

Dehydrated garlic cloves ground or whole, used as a pungent seasoning with long shelf life.
UPF

dextrose

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

dried herbs

Mixed dried culinary herbs used to season dishes; typically a single-ingredient, low-processor plant product.
OK

potato starch. allergy advice: for allergens
OK

see ingredients in bold. may also contain celery

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Common questions about Carlos Stonebaked Pizza

Is Carlos Stonebaked Pizza ultra-processed?

Yes — Carlos Stonebaked Pizza by Aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as UPF because it contains dextrose, an industrially extracted refined sugar. According to NOVA, such isolated sugar ingredients are markers of ultra-processing. Other ingredients like refined wheat flour, multiple cheeses, oil, yeast, herbs, and basic preservatives do not by themselves make it UPF, but the presence of dextrose is sufficient for this classification.

Which ingredients in Carlos Stonebaked Pizza are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Carlos Stonebaked Pizza as an ultra-processed marker: dextrose. 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.