Aldi

Butter croissant

Barcode 4088600163703

Scanned 51 times by Nomi users

No — Butter croissant is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and contains only basic culinary ingredients (wheat flour, butter, water, sugar, yeast, gluten, milk powder, egg, salt, ascorbic acid). There are no industrial additives such as emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or refined industrial syrups, so under NOVA this would not be classified as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
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butter (26%)
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water

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

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

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
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wheat gluten

Gluten from wheat; a protein complex used as a food ingredient to provide elasticity and structure in doughs and meat substitutes (e.g., seitan).
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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.
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pasteurized free-range egg

Egg from free-range hens that has been pasteurized for safety; a basic animal-derived ingredient.
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salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
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ascorbic acid (vitamin c)

A water-soluble vitamin (vitamin C) used as an antioxidant and preservative in foods.

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Common questions about Butter croissant

Is Butter croissant ultra-processed?

No — Butter croissant by Aldi is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and contains only basic culinary ingredients (wheat flour, butter, water, sugar, yeast, gluten, milk powder, egg, salt, ascorbic acid). There are no industrial additives such as emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or refined industrial syrups, so under NOVA this would not be classified as ultra-processed.

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.