Aldi

Milk chocolate malted milk

Barcode 4088600505411

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Yes — Milk chocolate malted milk is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed (UPF). The ingredient list contains multiple UPF markers: skimmed milk powder (pre-identified UPF ingredient), palm oil (pre-identified UPF ingredient), glucose syrup (industrially processed sugar syrup), emulsifier lecithins (a refined additive), vegetable fats including palm fat (highly refined oils), and barley malt extract (industrially processed flavoring extract). These industrial ingredients and additives classify the product as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

Ground wheat grain, typically refined into a fine powder and often enriched with minerals (calcium carbonate, iron) and vitamins (niacin).
OK

thiamine

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

milk chocolate (28%) [sugar
OK

cocoa mass

Cocoa mass (also called cacao mass or cocoa liquor) is the ground, roasted cacao beans resulting in a paste used to make chocolate. It consists of cocoa solids and cocoa butter.
OK

cocoa butter

Cocoa butter is the fat extracted from cocoa beans, used to give chocolate its texture and smooth mouthfeel; also used in some confectionery and cosmetics. It is a basic fat with low water content.
OK

Skimmed Milk Powder

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

whey powder

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

vegetable fat (mango fat, palm fat, shea fat, sal fat)
OK

milk fat

Dairy fat from milk, a basic culinary fat used in dairy products and cooking.
OK

emulsifier. lecithins (soya)
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

sugar

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

Barley Malt Extract

Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.
UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

whole mill powder
OK

raising agents - ammonium carbonate

Leavening agent used in baking; historically ammonium carbonate is used in some crackers and cookies. Can release ammonia and CO2 when heated.
OK

sodium carbonates; salt
OK

flavouri . painforest alliance certified. fin out more at ra.org. allergy advice for allergeervatives. see ingredients in bold. no artificial flavourings or pry place. once caned
OK

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Common questions about Milk chocolate malted milk

Is Milk chocolate malted milk ultra-processed?

Yes — Milk chocolate malted milk by Aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed (UPF). The ingredient list contains multiple UPF markers: skimmed milk powder (pre-identified UPF ingredient), palm oil (pre-identified UPF ingredient), glucose syrup (industrially processed sugar syrup), emulsifier lecithins (a refined additive), vegetable fats including palm fat (highly refined oils), and barley malt extract (industrially processed flavoring extract). These industrial ingredients and additives classify the product as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Milk chocolate malted milk are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Milk chocolate malted milk as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, Barley Malt Extract, glucose syrup. 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.