Aldi

Brioche

Barcode 4088600315676

Scanned 18 times by Nomi users

Yes — Brioche is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because the ingredient list contains several industrial additives and formulations, including: flavourings (added flavours), mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids (emulsifiers), cellulose gum (thickener), palm fat (highly processed refined oil), and colour: carotenes (added colouring). According to NOVA, the presence of such additives and industrially processed ingredients makes the product ultra-processed.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

water

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

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UPF

palm fat

A fat derived from the fruit of oil palm. Often a highly processed vegetable oil used in food production.
OK

pasteurised egg whole milk pow der (1,5%)
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
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

e nuls : mono and diglycerides of fatty acids
OK

salt

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

thickener: cellul ɔse gum
OK

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).
OK

milk proteins

Proteins derived from milk (e.g., casein, whey proteins) used as a food ingredient to add texture, nutrition, or functional properties.
UPF

carotenes

Natural pigment family (carotenoids) used as a colorant in foods; derived from plant sources. If extracted/isolated as an additive, it is considered an industrially processed ingredient.
OK

ascorbic acid (vitamin c)

A common antioxidant used to preserve foods and boost vitamin C intake.
OK

nutrition typical values per 100g 1484kj/

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Common questions about Brioche

Is Brioche ultra-processed?

Yes — Brioche by Aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because the ingredient list contains several industrial additives and formulations, including: flavourings (added flavours), mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids (emulsifiers), cellulose gum (thickener), palm fat (highly processed refined oil), and colour: carotenes (added colouring). According to NOVA, the presence of such additives and industrially processed ingredients makes the product ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Brioche are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Brioche as ultra-processed markers: palm fat, flavourings, carotenes. 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.