Universal Bakery

Aussi bites

Barcode 7312161040911

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Yes — Aussi bites is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes “vanilla flavour,” which is an added flavouring and considered an industrial formulation under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

rolled oats

Thin flat oats steamed and rolled to flatten them for quicker cooking; a minimally processed cereal grain.
OK

oat flour

Finely milled flour made from oats; used as a gluten-free or low-gluten baking ingredient.
OK

unsalted butter (milk)

Dairy fat produced from milk with no added salt; common cooking fat in many cuisines.
OK

expellee pressed canola oil
OK

dried apricots
OK

sugar

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

raisins

Dried grapes, commonly used as a sweet ingredient in baking and snacks; natural, minimally processed fruit product.
OK

flax seeds

Tiny brown or golden seeds from the flax plant (Linum usitatissimum). High in fiber and alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3). Used ground or whole in baking, cereals, and smoothies.
OK

sunflower seeds

Small, edible seeds with a mild nutty flavor, used in snacks, baking, and cooking.
OK

honey

A natural sweet viscous liquid produced by bees from floral nectar; widely used as a sweetener in foods.
OK

shredded coconut
OK

quinoa

A gluten-free seed-like grain, often used as a nutritious base or side dish.
OK

chia seeds

Tiny, nutrient-dense seeds from the Salvia hispanica plant, rich in omega-3 fats, fiber, and protein.
OK

salt

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

baking soda
OK

vanilla flavour

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Common questions about Aussi bites

Is Aussi bites ultra-processed?

Yes — Aussi bites by Universal Bakery is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes “vanilla flavour,” which is an added flavouring and considered an industrial formulation under NOVA.

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.