Mini Powdered Donuts

doughnuts

Why this score

• Capped: contains Sodium aluminum phosphateEFSA: aluminum exposure concern
• Capped: contains Titanium dioxideEU banned 2022 (EFSA)
• Capped: contains Corn syrup solidsadded-sugar load
• 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 sugar, saturated fat; medium saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: high sugar, saturated fat; medium salt (−1.2).

Ingredients (39)

• 5Enriched wheat flourRefined grain with added nutrients; acceptable but less nutritious than whole grain
• 8NiacinEssential B vitamin; added for nutritional fortification.
• 7Reduced ironEssential mineral nutrient; added to prevent anemia and deficiency
• 8Thiamin mononitrateVitamin B1; essential nutrient, naturally occurring form, safe
• 8RiboflavinVitamin B2; essential nutrient, supports energy metabolism safely
• 8Folic acidVitamin B9; essential for cell division and fetal health.
• 4Palm oilHighly processed, high in saturated fat
• 10WaterEssential, natural, no processing required
• 3SugarRefined carbohydrate; excess consumption linked to health issues.
• 3DextroseSimple refined sugar; minimal nutrition, quick absorption.
• 5Soybean oilProcessed vegetable oil, high in omega-6, acceptable in moderation
• 8Beta-caroteneNatural pigment; vitamin A precursor, beneficial nutrient
• 6Sodium acid pyrophosphateLeavening acid; safe in small amounts; commonly used.
• 5Sodium aluminum phosphateLeavening acid; aluminum source; some health concerns documented.
• 5Modified corn starchHighly processed, minimal nutritional value, used as thickener
• 7Nonfat dry milkGood protein source, retains most milk nutrients, minimal processing
• 2Titanium dioxideUnknown ingredient — insufficient data to score
• 7GlycerinProcessed humectant, generally safe, slightly sweet, minimal nutrition
• 3Corn syrup solidsHighly processed sweetener, minimal nutritional value, concentrated sugar
• 6Defatted soy flourProcessed soy product; adds protein but lacks fat-soluble nutrients.
• 6Calcium propionateSafe preservative; approved by FDA, prevents mold and spoilage
• 6Potassium sorbateSafe preservative; potassium salt derivative used widely.
• 6Sorbic acidCommon preservative; safe at approved levels, prevents microbial growth
• 6SaltSodium source; essential but excess intake harmful.
• 6Wheat starchRefined carbohydrate; minimal nutritional value; texture additive.
• 5Natural and artificial flavorsVague ingredient category; composition unknown and varies by product
• 6Wheat glutenProcessed protein extract, generally safe but refined
• 7Citric acidNatural preservative and acidity regulator, safe and commonly used
• 5Dried egg yolksWhole food source of choline, nutrients; minimally processed
• 6Cellulose gumThickener/stabilizer from plant cellulose; generally recognized as safe.
• 4DextrinProcessed starch derivative, limited nutritional benefit, generally safe
• 6Guar gumNatural thickener from guar beans; generally safe.
• 8Karaya gumNatural plant gum thickener; safe, minimal processing, used in small amounts
• 3MaltodextrinProcessed starch, rapidly absorbed carbohydrate, minimal nutritional value
• 7Annatto extractNatural food coloring from seeds, safe in small amounts
• 6Soy lecithinEmulsifier from soy; highly processed but generally safe.
• 6Tapioca StarchProcessed starch, nutritionally limited but safe in normal amounts
• 6Mono- and diglyceridesSynthetic emulsifier, processed additive with minimal nutritional benefit
• 7Turmeric extractNatural spice derivative, contains curcumin with anti-inflammatory properties

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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