Aldi

Protein Chocolate Mousse

Barcode 4088600559735

Scanned 23 times by Nomi users

Yes — Protein Chocolate Mousse is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations including modified starch, flavouring, carrageenan, guar gum, acesulfame K, and sucralose, which fall under NOVA group 4 ingredients (emulsifiers, thickeners, artificial sweeteners, and flavourings).

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

skim milk

Low-fat milk from which the fat portion has been removed; a basic dairy ingredient used as a beverage or in cooking.
OK

milk protein (6%)
OK

low fat cocoa powder* (4%)
OK

whipping cream

A dairy cream with around 30–36% fat, suitable for whipping and making desserts like mousse and toppings.
OK

beef gelatin

Animal-derived gelling agent from bovine collagen, used to set jellies, gummies, and desserts.
UPF

modified starch

Starch that has been chemically or physically modified to alter its thickening, texture, or stability properties; commonly used as a thickener or stabilizer in processed foods.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

carrageenan

A seaweed-derived thickening and gelling agent used to modify texture in foods.
OK

guar gum; lactase
UPF

acesulfame k

Artificial sweetener used as a sugar substitute in beverages and foods.
OK

sucralose. whipped with nitrogen. "rainforest alliance certified. find out more at ra.org. allergy advice: for allergens
OK

see ingredients in bold. this pot contains a single serving. nutrition per pot (200g) typical values 647kj/

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Common questions about Protein Chocolate Mousse

Is Protein Chocolate Mousse ultra-processed?

Yes — Protein Chocolate Mousse by Aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations including modified starch, flavouring, carrageenan, guar gum, acesulfame K, and sucralose, which fall under NOVA group 4 ingredients (emulsifiers, thickeners, artificial sweeteners, and flavourings).

Which ingredients in Protein Chocolate Mousse are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Protein Chocolate Mousse as ultra-processed markers: modified starch, flavouring, acesulfame k. 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.