Aldi

Clotted Cream Ice Cream

Barcode 4088600165530

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Yes — Clotted Cream Ice Cream is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and includes several ultra-processed ingredients or additives according to NOVA. Specifically: dextrose (industrially refined sugar), dried glucose syrup (industrial sugar syrup), skimmed milk powder (industrial dairy powder), emulsifier mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, stabilisers locust bean gum and guar gum, flavourings, and added colours (annatto norbixin, curcumin). Additionally, dextrose, skimmed milk powder, and flavourings are pre-identified UPF ingredients. Because at least one (in this case, many) such ingredients are present, the product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

storage info cornish whole milk (61%)
OK

double cream (12%) (milk)
OK

sugar

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

cornish clotted cream (6%) (milk)
UPF

dextrose

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

dried glucose syrup

Concentrated, dried form of glucose syrup, a refined sweetener derived from carbohydrates.
OK

whey powder

Dairy-derived protein powder from whey, commonly used in supplements and baked goods.
OK

Skimmed Milk Powder

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

mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids

A common food additive used as an emulsifier to improve texture and blend oil and water in processed foods; derived from glycerides of fatty acids and often produced industrially.
OK

stabilisers: locust bean gum
UPF

guar gum

A natural thickening and gelling agent derived from the guar bean (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba). Commonly used in dairy, sauces, and baked goods.
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
OK

colours: annatto norbixin
OK

curcumin

Active component of turmeric; a yellow pigment used as a spice and colorant.
OK

allergy advice: for allergens
OK

see ingredients in bold
OK

dietary advice: suitable for vegetarians
OK

no artificial colours or flavourings
OK

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Common questions about Clotted Cream Ice Cream

Is Clotted Cream Ice Cream ultra-processed?

Yes — Clotted Cream Ice Cream by Aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and includes several ultra-processed ingredients or additives according to NOVA. Specifically: dextrose (industrially refined sugar), dried glucose syrup (industrial sugar syrup), skimmed milk powder (industrial dairy powder), emulsifier mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, stabilisers locust bean gum and guar gum, flavourings, and added colours (annatto norbixin, curcumin). Additionally, dextrose, skimmed milk powder, and flavourings are pre-identified UPF ingredients. Because at least one (in this case, many) such ingredients are present, the product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Which ingredients in Clotted Cream Ice Cream are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Clotted Cream Ice Cream as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, dried glucose syrup, mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, guar gum, flavourings. 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.