Tesco

Frangipane Mince Pies

Barcode 5059697724626

Yes — Frangipane Mince Pies is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including glucose syrup, glucose-fructose syrup, dextrose, palm fat, palm oil, generic flavouring, and acidity regulator (citric acid). These are industrially extracted sugars, refined palm fats/oils, and additives/flavourings that classify the product as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

8 ultra-processed markers

OK

sultanas

Dried seedless grapes; common ingredient in baking and dried fruit mixes.
OK

apple pulp

Ground or processed apple product used as a puree or filling; a basic fruit-derived ingredient.
OK

currants

Small dried berries of certain grape varieties or cultivatedRaspberries? Currants are small dried fruit, commonly red or black, used in baking and cooking.
OK

brandy

A distilled spirit flavored with wine or fermented fruit juice. Not typically eaten as a basic food ingredient; used as a beverage or cooking liquor.
OK

vegetable oils (sunflower oil, rapeseed oil)

A blend of refined plant oils. Sunflower and rapeseed (canola) oils are common cooking fats.
UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

orange peel

Zest or dried peel from oranges, used as flavoring and garnish. Contains oils and aromatic compounds. Food-grade and widely used in cooking and baking.
OK

apple

A round, sweet to tart fruit with a crisp flesh and edible skin, commonly eaten fresh or used in baking and cooking.
UPF

glucose-fructose syrup

A commercially produced sweet syrup made by hydrolyzing and blending glucose and fructose sugars; widely used as a sweetener in foods and beverages.
OK

cherry

A small round fruit with a sweet or tart flavor, typically red when ripe; consumed fresh, in jams, or baked goods.
OK

port wine

A fortified red wine from Portugal, used as a beverage or in cooking to add sweetness and depth of flavor.
OK

mixed spices

A generic blend of multiple spices used to season dishes; can range from simple sachets to complex spice mixes.
UPF

preservatives (acetic acid, potassium sorbate)

A set of additives used to prevent spoilage and regulate acidity; includes acetic acid and potassium sorbate.
OK

lemon peel

Zest or dried rind used for flavoring and seasoning.
OK

lemon zest

Fresh citrus peel grated or shredded to add aroma and brightness; contains essential oils and zest oils.
UPF

colours (plain caramel, anthocyanins)

Food color additives: caramel color (industrially produced) and natural pigment anthocyanins.
OK

citric acid

A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.
OK

tangerine oil

Essential oil pressed from tangerines, used for flavor or fragrance. In food contexts it's a flavoring ingredient when derived from citrus.
OK

wheat flour

A basic grain-based flour from wheat used as a primary ingredient in baking and cooking.
OK

calcium carbonate

A basic inorganic calcium salt used as a nutrition supplement and anticaking agent in foods.
OK

iron

Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
OK

niacin (vitamin b3)

A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
OK

thiamin

A water-soluble B vitamin used as a nutrient and fortification ingredient.
OK

butter (milk) (14%)

Dairy fat derived from churning cream; common food ingredient used for cooking and baking.
OK

sugar

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

pasteurised egg

A basic animal-derived food ingredient from eggs. Used as a protein source in dishes.
OK

ground almonds

Finely milled almonds used as flour substitute or ingredient in baking; can be blanched or with skins.
OK

flaked almonds

Thinly sliced almonds, typically blanched and lightly toasted; used in baking and cooking.
OK

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
UPF

palm fat

A fat derived from the fruit of oil palm. Often a highly processed vegetable oil used in food production.
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.
OK

raising agents (disodium diphosphate, sodium bicarbonate)

Leavening agents used in baking to produce gas and lift dough.
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.

Common questions about Frangipane Mince Pies

Is Frangipane Mince Pies ultra-processed?

Yes — Frangipane Mince Pies by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including glucose syrup, glucose-fructose syrup, dextrose, palm fat, palm oil, generic flavouring, and acidity regulator (citric acid). These are industrially extracted sugars, refined palm fats/oils, and additives/flavourings that classify the product as ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Frangipane Mince Pies are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 8 ingredients in Frangipane Mince Pies as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, glucose-fructose syrup, preservatives (acetic acid, potassium sorbate), colours (plain caramel, anthocyanins), dextrose, palm fat, flavouring, palm oil. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.