Tesco

Bake at home baguettes

Barcode 5010204585390

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Yes — Bake at home baguettes is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes malted wheat flour, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer according to the provided guidance. All other ingredients are minimally processed, but the presence of malted wheat flour is sufficient to classify the product as UPF.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

Ground wheat used as a basic baking ingredient; simple, minimally processed cereal product.
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

fermented wheat flour

Wheat flour that has undergone fermentation, often as part of leavening or specialty baking processes.
OK

salt

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

malted wheat flour

Flour made from wheat that has been malted (sprouted and dried), used to provide malt flavor and fermentable sugars.
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 Bake at home baguettes

Is Bake at home baguettes ultra-processed?

Yes — Bake at home baguettes by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes malted wheat flour, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer according to the provided guidance. All other ingredients are minimally processed, but the presence of malted wheat flour is sufficient to classify the product as UPF.

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.