Sainsbury's

Chocolate Crisp High-Protein Cereal

Barcode 5063334027650

Yes — Chocolate Crisp High-Protein Cereal is ultra-processed.

UPF: industrial flavourings and formulated protein components make it unsuitable for everyday eating.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains barley malt extract and flavouring, which are industrially processed flavour-enhancing ingredients. It also contains lecithins as an emulsifier in the dark chocolate; emulsifiers are industrial additives associated with ultra-processed formulations. The protein crisp is an industrially formulated component made from wheat protein and wheat flour. Sunflower oil and tocopherol-rich extract do not independently determine the classification.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

wholegrain oat flakes

Rolled or pressed oat groats made from whole oats; a traditional breakfast cereal ingredient providing fiber and soluble beta-glucans.
OK

protein crisp

A cereal-based crisp made from wheat protein and wheat flour, used as a crunchy ingredient in snacks or cereals.
OK

chicory root fibre

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

wholegrain barley flakes

Rolled barley flakes made from hull-less barley, offering a hearty, nutty flavor and dietary fiber.
OK

sunflower oil

A clear, light-yellow oil pressed from sunflower seeds, widely used as a cooking oil and for frying.
OK

dark chocolate

A chocolate product containing cocoa mass and sugar, with cocoa butter and an emulsifier/flavouring as part of its formulation.
OK

reduced-fat cocoa powder

Cocoa powder with reduced fat content, used for baking and beverages.
UPF

Barley Malt Extract

Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.
UPF

flavouring, dark chocolate contains: cocoa solids 49% minimum

Flavouring agents used to enhance taste in dark chocolate; the product specifies 49% minimum cocoa solids. This may include natural or artificial flavorings.

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Common questions about Chocolate Crisp High-Protein Cereal

Is Chocolate Crisp High-Protein Cereal ultra-processed?

Yes — Chocolate Crisp High-Protein Cereal by Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains barley malt extract and flavouring, which are industrially processed flavour-enhancing ingredients. It also contains lecithins as an emulsifier in the dark chocolate; emulsifiers are industrial additives associated with ultra-processed formulations. The protein crisp is an industrially formulated component made from wheat protein and wheat flour. Sunflower oil and tocopherol-rich extract do not independently determine the classification.

Which ingredients in Chocolate Crisp High-Protein Cereal are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Chocolate Crisp High-Protein Cereal as ultra-processed markers: Barley Malt Extract, flavouring, dark chocolate contains: cocoa solids 49% minimum. 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.