Dorset cereals

Pecan&almond muesli crunch

Barcode 5018357803842

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Yes — Pecan&almond muesli crunch is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains malt extract, an emulsifier (sunflower lecithin), and natural flavouring, which are industrial additives according to NOVA-style criteria.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

oat flakes

Rolled or flaked wholegrain oats, commonly used as a breakfast cereal or ingredient in baked goods.
OK

toasted barley flakes (barley, salt)
UPF

malted wheat flakes with barley malt extract

Toasted, malted wheat flakes made from wholegrain wheat with barley malt extract; a processed cereal ingredient often used in breakfast cereals.
OK

maple caramelised pecans (7%) (pecan nuts, sugar, maple syrup)
OK

sunflower seeds

Small, edible seeds with a mild nutty flavor, used in snacks, baking, and cooking.
OK

sugar

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

spelt flakes (spelt (wheat), salt, emulsifier (sunflower lecithin))
OK

millet seed

A small, gluten-free cereal grain harvested from millet (Pennisetum glaucum). Popular in dishes across Africa, Asia, and Europe; can be milled into flour or cooked as a grain.
OK

roasted whole hazelnuts
OK

pumpkin seeds

Edible seeds of pumpkins, rich in healthy fats, protein, and minerals; commonly used roasted or as a topping or ingredient in baking.
OK

whole almonds (3%)
OK

toasted coconut chips

Thin flakes of coconut meat that have been toasted for added flavor and crunch.
OK

oat flour

Finely milled flour made from oats; used as a gluten-free or low-gluten baking ingredient.
OK

linseed

Also known as flaxseed; a small, nutrient-rich seed high in omega-3 fatty acids and fiber.
OK

acacia fibre
OK

cranberry seeds
OK

chicory root fibre

Dietary fibre derived from chicory roots (inulin or inulin-like fibre).
OK

vegetable oil

A generic cooking oil blend (rapeseed and sunflower). Basic culinary oil suitable for frying and baking.
OK

cane molasses

A dark, viscous syrup produced from sugar cane during the sugar-making process; used as a sweetener and flavoring in baking and cooking.
OK

natural flavouring a allergy advice for allergens
OK

including cereals containing gluten
OK

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Healthier alternatives

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Common questions about Pecan&almond muesli crunch

Is Pecan&almond muesli crunch ultra-processed?

Yes — Pecan&almond muesli crunch by Dorset cereals is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains malt extract, an emulsifier (sunflower lecithin), and natural flavouring, which are industrial additives according to NOVA-style criteria.

Which ingredients in Pecan&almond muesli crunch are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Pecan&almond muesli crunch as an ultra-processed marker: malted wheat flakes with barley malt extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Pecan&almond muesli crunch?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including simply nutty muesli by dorset cereals, MUESLI by Sainsburys, STAMFORD STREET CO.. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.