Genius Gluten Free

Double chocolate muffin

Barcode 5060195907398

Yes — Double chocolate muffin is ultra-processed.

Product contains multiple ultra-processed additives including emulsifier: soya lecithin, flavouring, mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate, polyglycerol esters of fatty acids, xanthan gum, and preservatives potassium sorbate and calcium propionate. Under NOVA, presence of such industrial emulsifiers, stabilisers, and preservatives classifies the product as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

caster sugar

Finely granulated white sugar used in baking.
OK

free range egg
OK

chocolate chips (13%): cocoa mass
OK

sugar

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

soy lecithin

A natural emulsifier derived from soybeans used to improve texture and mix fats with water.
UPF

flavouring

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

vegetable oil: rapeseed oil
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
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

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

maize flour

Finely ground maize used as a staple ingredient in baking and cooking; a basic food commodity.
OK

water

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

tapioca starch

Starch extracted from cassava (tapioca root), used as a thickener and binder.
OK

humectant: vegetable glycerol
OK

cocoa powder

Powdered product derived from roasted cocoa beans, typically unsweetened and used for flavoring and color in baking and desserts.
OK

maize starch

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

rice starch

Starch derived from rice used as a thickener or anti-caking agent in foods.
OK

concentrated fruit juice: grape
OK

dried egg

A dehydrated form of egg used as a dry ingredient in baking and food manufacturing. Made by removing moisture from liquid eggs to extend shelf life and convenience.
OK

raising agents: disodium phosphates
OK

potassium hydrogen carbonate
OK

emulsifiers: mono - and di-glycerides of fatty acids
OK

sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate
OK

polyglycerol esters of fatty acids
OK

dried egg white (egg white powder)

Powdered form of egg white used as a protein source, leavening aid, and binder in foods.
OK

salt

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

stabilisers: xanthan gum
UPF

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate, a preservative used to inhibit microbial growth in foods.
OK

calcium propionate

A salt of propionic acid used as a mold inhibitor in bread and baked goods; also acts as a preservative.

Common questions about Double chocolate muffin

Is Double chocolate muffin ultra-processed?

Yes — Double chocolate muffin by Genius Gluten Free is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Product contains multiple ultra-processed additives including emulsifier: soya lecithin, flavouring, mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate, polyglycerol esters of fatty acids, xanthan gum, and preservatives potassium sorbate and calcium propionate. Under NOVA, presence of such industrial emulsifiers, stabilisers, and preservatives classifies the product as ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Double chocolate muffin are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Double chocolate muffin as ultra-processed markers: soy lecithin, flavouring, potassium sorbate. 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.