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waitrose mince pies

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Barcode: 5000169632079 (EAN / EAN-13)

Brands: Waitrose

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

Stores: Waitrose

Countries where sold: United Kingdom

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Ingredients

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    62 ingredients

    mincemeat (55%) (sugar, mixed vine fruits [sultanas, raisins, currants], apple purée, humectant (vegetable glycerol), glacé cherries [cherries, glucose-fructose syrup, sugar, acidity regulator (citric acid), colour (anthocyanins)], apricot purée [apricot, acidity regulator (ascorbic acid)], rapeseed oil, cornflour, candied mixed peel [orange peel, glucose-fructose syrup, sugar, lemon peel, acidity regulator (citric acid)], acidity regulator (acetic acid), cinnamon, colour (plain caramel), nutmeg, sunflower oil, gelling agent (pectin), lemon oil, orange oil), wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), butter (milk) (14%), sugar, rice flour, salt, raising agents (disodium diphosphate, sodium hydrogen carbonate) allergy advice: for allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. may contain nuts may be eaten hot or cold. oven heat gas 3, 160°c, fan 140°c 8-9 mins preheat oven. remove all packaging. place pies on a baking tray and heat in centre of oven. energy k energy kcal fat
    Allergens: Gluten, Milk

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: E150a - Plain caramel
    • Additive: E160 - Carotenoids
    • Additive: E163 - Anthocyanins
    • Additive: E422 - Glycerol
    • Additive: E440 - Pectins
    • Additive: E450 - Diphosphates
    • Ingredient: Colour
    • Ingredient: Gelling agent
    • Ingredient: Glucose
    • Ingredient: Humectant

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

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    2. Processed culinary ingredients
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    4. Ultra processed foods

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Additives

  • E163 - Anthocyanins

    Anthocyanin: Anthocyanins -also anthocyans; from Greek: ἄνθος -anthos- "flower" and κυάνεος/κυανοῦς kyaneos/kyanous "dark blue"- are water-soluble vacuolar pigments that, depending on their pH, may appear red, purple, or blue. Food plants rich in anthocyanins include the blueberry, raspberry, black rice, and black soybean, among many others that are red, blue, purple, or black. Some of the colors of autumn leaves are derived from anthocyanins.Anthocyanins belong to a parent class of molecules called flavonoids synthesized via the phenylpropanoid pathway. They occur in all tissues of higher plants, including leaves, stems, roots, flowers, and fruits. Anthocyanins are derived from anthocyanidins by adding sugars. They are odorless and moderately astringent. Although approved to color foods and beverages in the European Union, anthocyanins are not approved for use as a food additive because they have not been verified as safe when used as food or supplement ingredients. There is no conclusive evidence anthocyanins have any effect on human biology or diseases.
    Source: Wikipedia

  • E260 - Acetic acid

    Acetic acid: Acetic acid , systematically named ethanoic acid , is a colorless liquid organic compound with the chemical formula CH3COOH -also written as CH3CO2H or C2H4O2-. When undiluted, it is sometimes called glacial acetic acid. Vinegar is no less than 4% acetic acid by volume, making acetic acid the main component of vinegar apart from water. Acetic acid has a distinctive sour taste and pungent smell. In addition to household vinegar, it is mainly produced as a precursor to polyvinyl acetate and cellulose acetate. It is classified as a weak acid since it only partially dissociates in solution, but concentrated acetic acid is corrosive and can attack the skin. Acetic acid is the second simplest carboxylic acid -after formic acid-. It consists of a methyl group attached to a carboxyl group. It is an important chemical reagent and industrial chemical, used primarily in the production of cellulose acetate for photographic film, polyvinyl acetate for wood glue, and synthetic fibres and fabrics. In households, diluted acetic acid is often used in descaling agents. In the food industry, acetic acid is controlled by the food additive code E260 as an acidity regulator and as a condiment. In biochemistry, the acetyl group, derived from acetic acid, is fundamental to all forms of life. When bound to coenzyme A, it is central to the metabolism of carbohydrates and fats. The global demand for acetic acid is about 6.5 million metric tons per year -Mt/a-, of which approximately 1.5 Mt/a is met by recycling; the remainder is manufactured from methanol. Vinegar is mostly dilute acetic acid, often produced by fermentation and subsequent oxidation of ethanol.
    Source: Wikipedia

  • E330 - Citric acid

    Citric acid is a natural organic acid found in citrus fruits such as lemons, oranges, and limes.

    It is widely used in the food industry as a flavor enhancer, acidulant, and preservative due to its tart and refreshing taste.

    Citric acid is safe for consumption when used in moderation and is considered a generally recognized as safe (GRAS) food additive by regulatory agencies worldwide.

  • E422 - Glycerol

    Glycerol: Glycerol -; also called glycerine or glycerin; see spelling differences- is a simple polyol compound. It is a colorless, odorless, viscous liquid that is sweet-tasting and non-toxic. The glycerol backbone is found in all lipids known as triglycerides. It is widely used in the food industry as a sweetener and humectant and in pharmaceutical formulations. Glycerol has three hydroxyl groups that are responsible for its solubility in water and its hygroscopic nature.
    Source: Wikipedia

  • E440 - Pectins

    Pectins (E440) are natural carbohydrates, predominantly found in fruits, that act as gelling agents in the food industry, creating the desirable jelly-like texture in jams, jellies, and marmalades.

    Pectins stabilize and thicken various food products, such as desserts, confectioneries, and beverages, ensuring a uniform consistency and quality.

    Recognized as safe by various health authorities, pectins have been widely used without notable adverse effects when consumed in typical dietary amounts.

  • 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.

Ingredients analysis

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    Palm oil content unknown

    Unrecognized ingredients: Mincemeat, Currants, Vegetable-glycerol, May-be-eaten-hot-and-cold, Oven-heat-gas-3, 160-c, Fan-140-c-8-9-mins-preheat-oven, Remove-all-packaging, Place-pies-on-a-baking-tray-and-heat-in-centre-of-oven, Energy-k-energy-kcal-fat

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    Non-vegan

    Non-vegan ingredients: Butter

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    Vegetarian status unknown

    Unrecognized ingredients: Mincemeat, Currants, Vegetable-glycerol, Orange essential oil, Iron, Thiamin, May-be-eaten-hot-and-cold, Oven-heat-gas-3, 160-c, Fan-140-c-8-9-mins-preheat-oven, Remove-all-packaging, Place-pies-on-a-baking-tray-and-heat-in-centre-of-oven, Energy-k-energy-kcal-fat

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Nutrition

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    Nutrition facts

    Nutrition facts As sold
    for 100 g / 100 ml     		Compared to: Cakes
    Fat ?
    Saturated fat ?
    Carbohydrates ?
    Sugars ?
    Fiber ?
    Proteins ?
    Salt ?
    Fruits‚ vegetables‚ nuts and rapeseed‚ walnut and olive oils (estimate from ingredients list analysis) 22.3 %

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