donettes

cakes

Why this score

• Capped: contains Hydrogenated Palm Kernel OilFDA: artificial trans fat banned
• Capped: contains Sodium aluminum phosphateEFSA: aluminum exposure concern
• Capped: contains Natural and Artificial Flavorssynthetic flavoring — undisclosed composition
• Ultra-processed + additivesNOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) combined with a flagged additive — capped at 6.
• High in saturated fat, sugar, saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: high saturated fat; medium sugar, salt (−0.9).

Ingredients (38)

• 3SugarRefined sweetener with no nutritional value; high calories.
• 6Enriched wheat flourProcessed grain with added nutrients; acceptable but less nutritious than whole grain
• 7Malted barley flourProcessed grain ingredient; adds fermentable sugars, acceptable in moderation.
• 8NiacinB-vitamin added to enriched flour; beneficial micronutrient.
• 8Reduced iron / Ferrous sulfateAdded micronutrient to prevent anemia; bioavailable form of essential mineral
• 8Thiamin MononitrateVitamin B1, essential nutrient, properly fortified.
• 8RiboflavinVitamin B2; essential micronutrient added to enriched flour.
• 8Folic acidVitamin B9; added to enriched grains for health benefit.
• 4Palm oilSaturated fat; environmental concerns; acceptable in moderation.
• 2Hydrogenated Palm Kernel OilArtificial trans fat; highly processed; linked to cardiovascular disease
• 10WaterEssential, natural ingredient.
• 5Soybean oilHighly processed vegetable oil; acceptable but high in omega-6 content.
• 7GlycerinHumectant from natural sources; generally safe.
• 7Cocoa processed with alkaliNatural cocoa; alkali processing standard but reduces some antioxidants
• 8Nonfat milkDairy ingredient; provides protein and calcium but processed.
• 6Defatted soy flourProcessed soy byproduct; protein source but refined.
• 9Egg yolkWhole food ingredient; excellent source of choline, lutein, and healthy fats
• 6Mono and diglyceridesEmulsifier; processed food additive offering no nutritional benefit.
• 6Sodium acid pyrophosphateLeavening acid; safe food additive widely used in baked goods.
• 7Baking sodaLeavening agent; natural, safe, and beneficial for baking.
• 6Soy LecithinProcessed emulsifier from soy; generally safe; may be GMO-derived.
• 8WheyDairy byproduct; high protein; generally safe.
• 5Sodium aluminum phosphateLeavening acid; aluminum-containing additive of moderate concern.
• 5Natural and Artificial FlavorsVague labeling; artificial flavors are synthetic compounds.
• 6NatamycinNatural antifungal from fermentation; minimal systemic absorption when used topically
• 6Sorbic acidPreservative; generally recognized as safe in food amounts.
• 6Sodium propionateChemical preservative; safe but synthetic; may cause sensitivities.
• 6Potassium sorbateSynthetic preservative; generally safe but artificial additive.
• 6SaltEssential mineral; enhances flavor; used in moderation.
• 6Wheat starchRefined carbohydrate; minimal nutrition; used as filler.
• 3DextroseSimple sugar; highly processed; minimal nutrition.
• 4DextrinProcessed starch derivative, limited nutritional benefit, generally safe
• 6Guar gumNatural thickener from guar beans; acceptable stabilizer in small amounts.
• 6Cellulose gumThickening agent from plant fiber; inert and safe at typical levels.
• 7EnzymesProcessing aids; improve dough; safe but processed.
• 6AnnattoNatural plant-based coloring; no known toxicity, traditional use
• 8Karaya gumNatural plant gum thickener; safe, minimal processing, used in small amounts
• 7Citric AcidNaturally derived preservative and flavoring, safe in normal amounts

Allergens

Contains: eggs, gluten, milk, soy

Declared on the product label. Anything not listed here simply wasn't declared - that is not the same as being free from it. Always check the packaging.

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