Arden Amici

Almond Cantuccini

Barcode 5034083004568

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Yes — Almond Cantuccini is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains industrial additives and flavourings, specifically: disodium diphosphate (a chemical raising agent) and unspecified flavouring (industrial flavour additive).

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

sugar

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

almonds (21%)
OK

egg

Animal protein product from birds, commonly used as a basic ingredient in many foods.
OK

egg yolk

The yellow portion of a chicken egg, rich in fats and proteins, used to enrich sauces, custards, and baked goods.
OK

milk

A dairy liquid produced by cows; a basic, widely used food ingredient.
OK

butter (milk)

A dairy fat product made from churning cream; commonly used in cooking and baking.
OK

disodium diphosphate

A chemical leavening agent used in baking; typically combined with other raising agents.
OK

sodium bicarbonate; honey
OK

salt

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

flavouring

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

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Common questions about Almond Cantuccini

Is Almond Cantuccini ultra-processed?

Yes — Almond Cantuccini by Arden Amici is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains industrial additives and flavourings, specifically: disodium diphosphate (a chemical raising agent) and unspecified flavouring (industrial flavour additive).

Which ingredients in Almond Cantuccini are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Almond Cantuccini 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.