Cherry Snack Cakes

Barcode 6996892991066

Yes — Cherry Snack Cakes is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including glucose syrup, refined vegetable oils (palm, rapeseed), flavouring, and preservative (potassium sorbate). These are industrial formulations and additives used for texture, shelf life, and flavor rather than basic culinary purposes, so the overall product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour (wheat, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamine)
OK

sugar

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

water

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

glucose syrup

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

Vegetable Oils (Palm, Rapeseed)

A blend of oils extracted from palm and rapeseed plants.
OK

cherry filling (7%) (cherries, glucose syrup, sugar, acidity regulator (citric acid))
OK

egg

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

raising agents (e500, e501)
OK

Skimmed Milk Powder

Skimmed milk powder is made by removing water from pasteurized skim milk.
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.
UPF

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.

Common questions about Cherry Snack Cakes

Is Cherry Snack Cakes ultra-processed?

Yes — Cherry Snack Cakes 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, refined vegetable oils (palm, rapeseed), flavouring, and preservative (potassium sorbate). These are industrial formulations and additives used for texture, shelf life, and flavor rather than basic culinary purposes, so the overall product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Which ingredients in Cherry Snack Cakes are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Cherry Snack Cakes as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, Vegetable Oils (Palm, Rapeseed), 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.