Original Cheesecake

Why this score

• Capped: contains High Fructose Corn Syrupadded-sugar load
• Capped: contains Artificial flavorsynthetic 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 (40)

• 6SaltCommon seasoning; acceptable in moderate amounts.
• 8Carob bean gumNatural thickener from carob; minimally processed, generally safe ingredient
• 6Guar gumNatural thickener from guar beans; safe additive in moderate amounts
• 3SugarHighly refined sweetener with no nutritional value
• 8Sour creamFermented cultured dairy; minimally processed with beneficial cultures
• 6CreamNatural dairy product; good source of fat-soluble vitamins
• 6Sodium PyrophosphateFood additive for texture/leavening, generally safe in small amounts
• 5Modified food starchChemically modified thickener; processed, minimal nutrition.
• 3Sodium TripolyphosphateFood additive; concerns about phosphate overload in modern diets.
• 6Calcium sulfateDough conditioner; synthetic but safe.
• 6CarrageenanSeaweed-derived thickener; some digestive concerns reported; generally recognized safe.
• 7Locust Bean GumNatural legume-derived thickener; minimal processing; generally recognized safe.
• 6Potassium sorbate preservativeSynthetic preservative; safe in normal amounts, extends shelf life
• 5Enriched wheat flourRefined grain with added nutrients; processed but fortified
• 8NiacinB vitamin added for enrichment; safe and beneficial.
• 7Reduced ironMineral fortification; standard enrichment ingredient.
• 8Thiamine mononitrateB vitamin (B1) for enrichment; safe and beneficial.
• 8RiboflavinB vitamin (B2) for enrichment; safe and beneficial.
• 8Folic acidB vitamin for enrichment; safe and beneficial.
• 7Graham flourWhole grain flour; minimally processed with more fiber than white flour
• 4Palm OilHighly saturated fat; environmental and health concerns.
• 2High Fructose Corn SyrupHighly processed sweetener; linked to metabolic issues and obesity.
• 3DextroseSimple sugar, highly refined, provides empty calories
• 6Sorbic acidSynthetic preservative, safe at low levels, minimal concern
• 7MolassesNatural byproduct of sugar processing, contains minerals, whole food.
• 4Artificial flavorSynthetic flavoring; offers no nutritional value, safety debated
• 7Baking sodaNatural leavening agent, minimally processed.
• 9EggsWhole food protein and nutrient source.
• 10WaterPure, natural solvent base ingredient.
• 6Soy lecithinProcessed emulsifier; derived from soy; generally recognized as safe.
• 7Beta carotene colorNatural provitamin A; beneficial nutrient used as colorant
• 8Vitamin A palmitateFat-soluble vitamin A; synthetic form; safe at fortification levels.
• 9SpiceNatural flavoring with potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits
• 7Cream cheesePasteurized dairy product; processed but nutritious with protein and fat
• 8Cultured milkFermented dairy with beneficial probiotics and nutrients intact
• 6Xanthan gumFood thickener; processed but safe, derived from fermented corn
• 6Natural flavorDerived from natural sources; vague labeling but generally recognized safe
• 4MargarineHighly processed trans fat substitute; nutritionally inferior to butter
• 5Mono- and diglyceridesFood emulsifier; safe but synthetic additive with unclear long-term effects
• 8VanillaNatural flavoring from vanilla bean; minimal processing, authentic ingredient

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.