Nut Brittle

Barcode 4069365108338

Yes — Nut Brittle is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrial ingredients and additives such as glucose syrup and emulsifier: lecithins, which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA system. While it also includes minimally processed nuts, sugar, butter, honey, and milk powder, the presence of these UPF ingredients is sufficient to classify the overall product as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

cashews (29%)
OK

sugar

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

roasted peanuts (16%)
UPF

glucose syrup

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

butter (milk)

A dairy fat product made from churning cream; commonly used in cooking and baking.
OK

peanut flour (7%)
OK

sesame seeds (4.5%)
UPF

lecithin (emulsifier)

A phospholipid-based emulsifier commonly derived from soy, sunflower, or other sources; used to help fats mix with water in foods.
OK

honey

A natural sweet viscous liquid produced by bees from floral nectar; widely used as a sweetener in foods.
OK

whole milk powder

Whole milk powder is made by evaporating milk to dryness. It is a convenient form of milk that can be reconstituted with water. It is used in baking, confectionery, and as a milk substitute in various recipes.

Common questions about Nut Brittle

Is Nut Brittle ultra-processed?

Yes — Nut Brittle is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrial ingredients and additives such as glucose syrup and emulsifier: lecithins, which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA system. While it also includes minimally processed nuts, sugar, butter, honey, and milk powder, the presence of these UPF ingredients is sufficient to classify the overall product as ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Nut Brittle are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Nut Brittle as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, lecithin (emulsifier). 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.