Pop-Tarts Frosted Confetti Cupcake

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Why this score

• Capped: contains Corn syrupadded-sugar load
• Capped: contains High Fructose Corn Syrupadded-sugar load
• Capped: contains Hydrogenated palm kernel oilFDA: artificial trans fat banned
• Capped: contains natural and artificial flavors with milksynthetic flavoring — undisclosed composition
• Capped: contains Yellow 6FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Red 40FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Yellow 5FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Blue 1FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Blue 2 Lake (Indigo Carmine)FDA-certified synthetic dye
• Capped: contains TBHQEWG: avoid
• Ultra-processed + additivesNOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) combined with a flagged additive — capped at 6.
• High in sugar; medium saturated fat, saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: high sugar 32 g (−0.9); medium saturated fat 2.6 g (−0.2); medium salt 0.9 g (−0.2) (total −1.3).

Ingredients (39)

• 5Enriched wheat flourProcessed grain with added nutrients; acceptable but less nutritious than whole grain
• 8NiacinEssential B vitamin; added to fortified grain products.
• 7Reduced ironEssential mineral; standard enrichment in fortified bread.
• 8Vitamin B1 thiamin mononitrateEssential nutrient form; synthetic but effective, supports energy metabolism
• 8RiboflavinVitamin B2; supports energy production and cellular growth.
• 8Folic acidSynthetic B vitamin; essential micronutrient fortification.
• 3SugarRefined sweetener; high caloric density, no nutritional benefit.
• 2Corn syrupHighly processed sweetener with minimal nutritional value.
• 2High Fructose Corn SyrupSweetener linked to metabolic and inflammatory concerns.
• 3DextroseRefined sugar; high glycemic index, minimal nutrition.
• 6Wheat starchRefined carbohydrate; acceptable but lacks nutritional density.
• 7Rice FlourRefined grain flour; minimally processed but lower fiber than whole grain.
• 6SaltPreservative and flavoring; essential nutrient in moderate amounts.
• 6Sodium acid pyrophosphateFood additive; generally recognized as safe but artificial
• 7Baking sodaSodium bicarbonate; natural leavening agent, minimal concerns.
• 4Palm oilHighly saturated fat, environmental concerns, refined processing
• 4Palm kernel oilHighly saturated fat, refined, similar concerns as palm oil
• 1Hydrogenated palm kernel oilContains trans fats from hydrogenation, strong health concerns
• 5Sodium Stearoyl LactylateSynthetic emulsifier; highly processed; acceptable in small amounts.
• 3Caramel ColorClass III or IV caramel; safety established but non-nutritive.
• 5DATEMUnknown ingredient — insufficient data to score
• 5GelatinAnimal-derived protein; minimally processed; gelling agent used traditionally.
• 5natural and artificial flavors with milkMixed flavor sources with dairy allergen; artificial components possible.
• 6Soy LecithinEmulsifier from soy; natural, common in food, safe.
• 7Gum arabicNatural gum thickener from acacia tree; generally recognized as safe.
• 7Carnauba waxPlant-derived wax; food gloss/coating; generally safe.
• 6Cellulose GumPlant-derived thickener/stabilizer; safe, minimal nutritional impact.
• 5Confectioner's glazeResinous coating; processed additive for shine and preservation.
• 5Color addedColoring source unspecified; likely synthetic colorant.
• 6CarrageenanSeaweed-derived thickener; generally recognized safe; possible inflammation.
• 1Yellow 6Synthetic azo dye; artificial color additive.
• 1Red 40Synthetic azo dye; artificial color additive.
• 1Yellow 5Synthetic azo dye; associated with hyperactivity concerns in some studies.
• 1Blue 1Synthetic triphenylmethane dye; artificial color additive.
• 3Blue 2 Lake (Indigo Carmine)Synthetic dye; some studies link it to hyperactivity concerns.
• 2Blue 2Artificial synthetic dye, associated with potential allergic reactions
• 5Soybean oilRefined vegetable oil, high omega-6, commonly used
• 2TBHQSynthetic antioxidant preservative with potential health concerns
• 4FructoseRefined sweetener, high consumption linked to metabolic issues

Allergens

Contains: 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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