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Barcode: 0888109011215 (EAN / EAN-13) 888109011215 (UPC / UPC-A)

Brand owner: Hostess Brands, LLC

Categories: Snacks, Sweet snacks, Biscuits and cakes, Cakes

Countries where sold: United States

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Ingredients

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    50 ingredients

    White fudge coating (sugar, vegetable oil [palm kernel and/or palm], non-fat dry milk, spirulina extract (color), soy lecithin, mono-glycerides and natural flavors), sugar, water, bleached enriched wheat flour [wheat flour, niacin, ferrous sulfate (iron), thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid], shortening (palm oil, mono and diglycerides), high fructose corn syrup, contains 2% or less: corn syrup, soy lecithin, modified corn starch, eggs, egg whites, nonfat dry milk, salt, dextrose, sodium acid pyrophosphate, natural and artificial flavor, baking soda, sorbic acid (to retain freshness), defatted soy flour, whey, calcium sodium caseinate, soy protein isolate, cellulose gum, soybean oil, monocalcium phosphate, fumaric acid, guar gum, enzymes, yellow 5, yellow 6.
    Allergens: Eggs, Gluten, Milk, Soybeans

Food processing

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    Ultra processed foods

    Elements that indicate the product is in the 4 - Ultra processed food and drink products group:

    • Additive: E102 - Tartrazine
    • Additive: E110 - Sunset yellow FCF
    • Additive: E322 - Lecithins
    • Additive: E412 - Guar gum
    • Additive: E450 - Diphosphates
    • Additive: E466 - Sodium carboxy methyl cellulose
    • Additive: E471 - Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids
    • Ingredient: Colour
    • Ingredient: Dextrose
    • Ingredient: Flavouring
    • Ingredient: Glucose
    • Ingredient: High fructose corn syrup
    • Ingredient: Whey

    Food products are classified into 4 groups according to their degree of processing:

    1. Unprocessed or minimally processed foods
    2. Processed culinary ingredients
    3. Processed foods
    4. Ultra processed foods

    The determination of the group is based on the category of the product and on the ingredients it contains.

    → Learn more about the NOVA classification

Additives

  • E102 - Tartrazine

    Tartrazine: Tartrazine is a synthetic lemon yellow azo dye primarily used as a food coloring. It is also known as E number E102, C.I. 19140, FD&C Yellow 5, Acid Yellow 23, Food Yellow 4, and trisodium 1--4-sulfonatophenyl--4--4-sulfonatophenylazo--5-pyrazolone-3-carboxylate-.Tartrazine is a commonly used color all over the world, mainly for yellow, and can also be used with Brilliant Blue FCF -FD&C Blue 1, E133- or Green S -E142- to produce various green shades.
    Source: Wikipedia

  • E110 - Sunset yellow FCF

    Sunset Yellow FCF: Sunset Yellow FCF -also known as Orange Yellow S, or C.I. 15985- is a petroleum-derived orange azo dye with a pH dependent maximum absorption at about 480 nm at pH 1 and 443 nm at pH 13 with a shoulder at 500 nm. When added to foods sold in the US it is known as FD&C Yellow 6; when sold in Europe, it is denoted by E Number E110.
    Source: Wikipedia

  • E200 - Sorbic acid

    Sorbic acid: Sorbic acid, or 2‚4-hexadienoic acid, is a natural organic compound used as a food preservative. It has the chemical formula CH3-CH-4CO2H. It is a colourless solid that is slightly soluble in water and sublimes readily. It was first isolated from the unripe berries of the Sorbus aucuparia -rowan tree-, hence its name.
    Source: Wikipedia

  • E297 - Fumaric acid

    Fumaric acid: Fumaric acid or trans-butenedioic acid is the chemical compound with the formula HO2CCH=CHCO2H. It is produced in eukaryotic organisms from succinate in complex 2 of the electron transport chain via the enzyme succinate dehydrogenase. It is one of two isomeric unsaturated dicarboxylic acids, the other being maleic acid. In fumaric acid the carboxylic acid groups are trans -E- and in maleic acid they are cis -Z-. Fumaric acid has a fruit-like taste. The salts and esters are known as fumarates. Fumarate can also refer to the C4H2O2−4 ion -in solution-.
    Source: Wikipedia

  • E322 - Lecithins

    Lecithins are natural compounds commonly used in the food industry as emulsifiers and stabilizers.

    Extracted from sources like soybeans and eggs, lecithins consist of phospholipids that enhance the mixing of oil and water, ensuring smooth textures in various products like chocolates, dressings, and baked goods.

    They do not present any known health risks.

  • E322i - Lecithin

    Lecithins are natural compounds commonly used in the food industry as emulsifiers and stabilizers.

    Extracted from sources like soybeans and eggs, lecithins consist of phospholipids that enhance the mixing of oil and water, ensuring smooth textures in various products like chocolates, dressings, and baked goods.

    They do not present any known health risks.

  • E341 - Calcium phosphates

    Calcium phosphate: Calcium phosphate is a family of materials and minerals containing calcium ions -Ca2+- together with inorganic phosphate anions. Some so-called calcium phosphates contain oxide and hydroxide as well. They are white solids of nutritious value.
    Source: Wikipedia

  • E341i - Monocalcium phosphate

    Calcium phosphate: Calcium phosphate is a family of materials and minerals containing calcium ions -Ca2+- together with inorganic phosphate anions. Some so-called calcium phosphates contain oxide and hydroxide as well. They are white solids of nutritious value.
    Source: Wikipedia

  • E412 - Guar gum

    Guar gum (E412) is a natural food additive derived from guar beans.

    This white, odorless powder is valued for its remarkable thickening and stabilizing properties, making it a common ingredient in various food products, including sauces, dressings, and ice creams.

    When used in moderation, guar gum is considered safe for consumption, with no known adverse health effects.

  • E450 - Diphosphates

    Diphosphates (E450) are food additives often utilized to modify the texture of products, acting as leavening agents in baking and preventing the coagulation of canned food.

    These salts can stabilize whipped cream and are also found in powdered products to maintain their flow properties. They are commonly present in baked goods, processed meats, and soft drinks.

    Derived from phosphoric acid, they're part of our daily phosphate intake, which often surpasses recommended levels due to the prevalence of phosphates in processed foods and drinks.

    Excessive phosphate consumption is linked to health issues, such as impaired kidney function and weakened bone health. Though diphosphates are generally regarded as safe when consumed within established acceptable daily intakes, it's imperative to monitor overall phosphate consumption to maintain optimal health.

  • E466 - Sodium carboxy methyl cellulose

    Carboxymethyl cellulose: Carboxymethyl cellulose -CMC- or cellulose gum or tylose powder is a cellulose derivative with carboxymethyl groups --CH2-COOH- bound to some of the hydroxyl groups of the glucopyranose monomers that make up the cellulose backbone. It is often used as its sodium salt, sodium carboxymethyl cellulose.
    Source: Wikipedia

  • E471 - Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids

    Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids (E471), are food additives commonly used as emulsifiers in various processed foods.

    These compounds consist of glycerol molecules linked to one or two fatty acid chains, which help stabilize and blend water and oil-based ingredients. E471 enhances the texture and shelf life of products like margarine, baked goods, and ice cream, ensuring a smooth and consistent texture.

    It is generally considered safe for consumption within established regulatory limits.

  • E500 - Sodium carbonates

    Sodium carbonates (E500) are compounds commonly used in food preparation as leavening agents, helping baked goods rise by releasing carbon dioxide when they interact with acids.

    Often found in baking soda, they regulate the pH of food, preventing it from becoming too acidic or too alkaline. In the culinary world, sodium carbonates can also enhance the texture and structure of foods, such as noodles, by modifying the gluten network.

    Generally recognized as safe, sodium carbonates are non-toxic when consumed in typical amounts found in food.

  • E500ii - Sodium hydrogen carbonate

    Sodium hydrogen carbonate, also known as E500ii, is a food additive commonly used as a leavening agent.

    When added to recipes, it releases carbon dioxide gas upon exposure to heat or acids, causing dough to rise and resulting in a light, fluffy texture in baked goods.

    It is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by regulatory authorities when used in appropriate quantities and poses no significant health risks when consumed in typical food applications.

Ingredients analysis

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    Palm oil

    Ingredients that contain palm oil: Palm kernel oil, Palm, Palm oil
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    Non-vegan

    Non-vegan ingredients: Skimmed milk powder, Egg, Egg white, Skimmed milk powder, Whey

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    Vegetarian status unknown

    Unrecognized ingredients: White-fudge-coating, Monoglycerides-and-natural-flavors, Ferrous sulfate, Iron, Thiamin mononitrate, Folic acid, Contains-2-and-less, To-retain-freshness, Calcium-sodium-caseinate

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    : White fudge coating (sugar, vegetable oil (palm kernel, palm), non-fat dry milk, spirulina extract (color), soy lecithin, monoglycerides and natural flavors), sugar, water, enriched wheat flour (wheat flour, niacin, ferrous sulfate (iron), thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), shortening (palm oil, mono- and diglycerides), high fructose corn syrup, contains 2% and less (corn syrup), soy lecithin, modified corn starch, eggs, egg whites, nonfat dry milk, salt, dextrose, sodium acid pyrophosphate, natural and artificial flavor, baking soda, sorbic acid (to retain freshness), soy flour, whey, calcium sodium caseinate, soy protein isolate, cellulose gum, soybean oil, monocalcium phosphate, fumaric acid, guar gum, enzymes, yellow 5, yellow 6
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Nutrition

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    Bad nutritional quality

    ⚠ ️Warning: the amount of fruits, vegetables and nuts is not specified on the label, it was estimated from the list of ingredients: 3

    This product is not considered a beverage for the calculation of the Nutri-Score.

    Positive points: 0

    • Proteins: 2 / 5 (value: 4.17, rounded value: 4.17)
    • Fiber: 0 / 5 (value: 0, rounded value: 0)
    • Fruits, vegetables, nuts, and colza/walnut/olive oils: 0 / 5 (value: 3.19444444444445, rounded value: 3.2)

    Negative points: 27

    • Energy: 5 / 10 (value: 1745, rounded value: 1745)
    • Sugars: 10 / 10 (value: 47.22, rounded value: 47.22)
    • Saturated fat: 10 / 10 (value: 13.89, rounded value: 13.9)
    • Sodium: 2 / 10 (value: 222, rounded value: 222)

    The points for proteins are not counted because the negative points are greater or equal to 11.

    Nutritional score: (27 - 0)

    Nutri-Score:

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    Nutrition facts

    Nutrition facts As sold
    for 100 g / 100 ml     		As sold
    per serving (2 CAKES (72 g))     		Compared to: Cakes
    Energy 1,745 kj
    (417 kcal)     		1,260 kj
    (300 kcal)     		+10%
    Fat 20.83 g 15 g +44%
    Saturated fat 13.89 g 10 g +147%
    Trans fat 0 g 0 g
    Cholesterol 14 mg 10.1 mg -39%
    Salt 0.555 g 0.4 g -38%
    Carbohydrates 56.94 g 41 g -1%
    Fiber 0 g 0 g -100%
    Sugars 47.22 g 34 g +47%
    Proteins 4.17 g 3 g -5%
    Vitamin A 0 µg 0 µg -100%
    Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) 0 mg 0 mg -100%
    Calcium 56 mg 40.3 mg +15%
    Iron 0.5 mg 0.36 mg -71%
    Fruits‚ vegetables‚ nuts and rapeseed‚ walnut and olive oils (estimate from ingredients list analysis) 3.194 % 3.194 %
Serving size: 2 CAKES (72 g)

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