The Village Bakery

Fluffy Crumpets

Barcode 4088600162997

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Yes — Fluffy Crumpets is ultra-processed.

Contains dextrose (an industrially refined sugar), as well as additives such as glucono-delta-lactone (acidity regulator) and potassium sorbate (preservative), which classify it as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

A basic flour ground from wheat, often enriched with added minerals and vitamins.
OK

water

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

dextrose

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

diphosphate salts used as leavening agents

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

potassium carbonates; yeast
OK

spirit vinegar

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

salt

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

acidity regulator: glucono-delta-lactone; preservative: potassium sorbate

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Common questions about Fluffy Crumpets

Is Fluffy Crumpets ultra-processed?

Yes — Fluffy Crumpets by The Village Bakery is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains dextrose (an industrially refined sugar), as well as additives such as glucono-delta-lactone (acidity regulator) and potassium sorbate (preservative), which classify it as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Fluffy Crumpets are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Fluffy Crumpets as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, diphosphate salts used as leavening agents. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Fluffy Crumpets?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Sourdough Crumpets by Jason’s. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.