Coop

Hot Cross Buns

Barcode 5000128576345

Scanned 17 times by Nomi users

Yes — Hot Cross Buns is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives: emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids; mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids) and added flavouring, which are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods. Presence of palm oil, a highly refined fat, further supports UPF classification.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wheat flour

Refined flour with added calcium carbonate and niacin (enriched wheat flour); a basic culinary ingredient.
OK

mixed fruits (23%) (sultanas, raisins, water)
OK

water

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

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

vegetable oil (rapeseed oil, palm)
OK

sugar

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

wheat protein

Protein derived from wheat; often used as a gluten-rich ingredient to improve dough structure.
OK

mixed peel (2%) (orange peel, lemon peel)
OK

maize starch

Fine white powder obtained from corn; used as a thickener in sauces and soups.
OK

emulsifiers (mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids - vegetable, mono-and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids - vegetable)
OK

mixed spice (cinnamon, coriander, cloves, nutmeg)
OK

salt

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

soy flour

A basic single-ingredient flour made from soybeans, used as a gluten-free flour option with high protein content.
UPF

flavouring

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

ascorbic acid (flour treatment agent)

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) used as a dough conditioner to strengthen gluten structure in flour.

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Common questions about Hot Cross Buns

Is Hot Cross Buns ultra-processed?

Yes — Hot Cross Buns by Coop is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives: emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids; mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids) and added flavouring, which are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods. Presence of palm oil, a highly refined fat, further supports UPF classification.

Which ingredients in Hot Cross Buns are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Hot Cross Buns as an ultra-processed marker: flavouring. 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.