Aldi

Perfect for Cakes

Barcode 4088600313917

Scanned 18 times by Nomi users

Yes — Perfect for Cakes is ultra-processed.

The product contains industrial additives and ultra-processed ingredients including emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), palm oil (a highly refined oil), and added colour (carotenes). These additives and processing aids are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

vegetable oils in varying proportions 7096 rapeseed of
OK

palm o
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

water

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

salt (1396)
OK

buttermill
OK

adit: citric acid
OK

emulsifier mone-and diglycerides of fatty acids ravouring mamin a
OK

vitamin d

Fat-soluble vitamin used for fortification and dietary supplementation; commonly present in foods as a nutrient or supplement.
OK

colour: carotenes allergy advice: for allergens
OK

see ingredients in bold
OK

dietary advice - suitable for vegetarians no artificial colours or favourings
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best before see lid of pack
OK

storage: keep refrigerated below 5°c once opened
OK

leep refrigerated and use by date shown
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freezing suitable for freezing
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freeze by date mark shown and use within one month defrost thoroughly in the fridge before use
OK

do not refrease once defrosted 69% less saturated fat than butter perfect for calles
OK

sponges nutrition: typical values per 100g enery 2570sl
OK

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Common questions about Perfect for Cakes

Is Perfect for Cakes ultra-processed?

Yes — Perfect for Cakes by Aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains industrial additives and ultra-processed ingredients including emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), palm oil (a highly refined oil), and added colour (carotenes). These additives and processing aids are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

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.