Crosta & Mollica

Chilli Crostini

Barcode 5060198640070

Yes — Chilli Crostini is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains malted wheat flour, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer, fitting NOVA ultra-processed criteria.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

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

olive oil (15%)
OK

salt

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

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

chilli (0.85%)
OK

malted wheat flour

A refined flour produced from wheat that has been malted to convert starches into fermentable sugars, often used in baking for flavor or texture.

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Common questions about Chilli Crostini

Is Chilli Crostini ultra-processed?

Yes — Chilli Crostini by Crosta & Mollica is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains malted wheat flour, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer, fitting NOVA ultra-processed criteria.

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.