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McGhee Snowballs

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Barcode: 5022111050649 (EAN / EAN-13)

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

Countries where sold: United Kingdom

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Ingredients

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    51 ingredients

    sponge (61%) (wheat flour (with added calcium carbonate, iron, niacin (b3) and thiamine (bi)), water, sugar, vegetable rapeseed) egg milk powder, raising agents (e450, e500), salt, emulsifier (e471), flavouring) icing (28%) (sugar, water. caking agent (e341), vegetable oil (palm), emulsifier (e481, e473), milk proteins, stabilisers (e415, e464), salt, acidity )), e575), preservative (e202)) coconut (9%) (coconut, preservative (e220) (sulphur dioxide)) jam (2%) (glucose spontams gluten), apple pulp, sugar, acidity regulator (e331), agent (e440a), colouring (e162, e163), citric acid, natural flavouring) llergen advice se ingredients listed in bold may contain traces of outs and/or seeds and soya.
    Allergens: Gluten, Milk, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites
    Traces: 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: E162 - Beetroot red
    • Additive: E163 - Anthocyanins
    • Additive: E415 - Xanthan gum
    • Additive: E450 - Diphosphates
    • Additive: E464 - Hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose
    • Additive: E471 - Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids
    • Additive: E473 - Sucrose esters of fatty acids
    • Additive: E481 - Sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate
    • Ingredient: Colour
    • Ingredient: Emulsifier
    • Ingredient: Milk proteins

    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

  • E162 - Beetroot red

    Betanin: Betanin, or Beetroot Red, is a red glycosidic food dye obtained from beets; its aglycone, obtained by hydrolyzing away the glucose molecule, is betanidin. As a food additive, its E number is E162. The color of betanin depends on pH; between four and five it is bright bluish-red, becoming blue-violet as the pH increases. Once the pH reaches alkaline levels betanin degrades by hydrolysis, resulting in a yellow-brown color. Betanin is a betalain pigment, together with isobetanin, probetanin, and neobetanin. Other pigments contained in beet are indicaxanthin and vulgaxanthins.
    Source: Wikipedia

  • 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

  • E202 - Potassium sorbate

    Potassium sorbate (E202) is a synthetic food preservative commonly used to extend the shelf life of various food products.

    It works by inhibiting the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria, preventing spoilage. When added to foods, it helps maintain their freshness and quality.

    Some studies have shown that when combined with nitrites, potassium sorbate have genotoxic activity in vitro. However, potassium sorbate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by regulatory authorities.

  • E220 - Sulphur dioxide

    Sulfur dioxide: Sulfur dioxide -also sulphur dioxide in British English- is the chemical compound with the formula SO2. It is a toxic gas with a burnt match smell. It is released naturally by volcanic activity and is produced as a by-product of the burning of fossil fuels contaminated with sulfur compounds.
    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.

  • E331 - Sodium citrates

    Sodium citrate: Sodium citrate may refer to any of the sodium salts of citrate -though most commonly the third-: Monosodium citrate Disodium citrate Trisodium citrateThe three forms of the salt are collectively known by the E number E331. Sodium citrates are used as acidity regulators in food and drinks, and also as emulsifiers for oils. They enable cheeses to melt without becoming greasy.
    Source: Wikipedia

  • 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

  • E415 - Xanthan gum

    Xanthan gum (E415) is a natural polysaccharide derived from fermented sugars, often used in the food industry as a thickening and stabilizing agent.

    This versatile food additive enhances texture and prevents ingredient separation in a wide range of products, including salad dressings, sauces, and gluten-free baked goods.

    It is considered safe for consumption even at high intake amounts.

  • E440a - Pectin

    Pectin: Pectin -from Ancient Greek: πηκτικός pēktikós, "congealed, curdled"- is a structural heteropolysaccharide contained in the primary cell walls of terrestrial plants. It was first isolated and described in 1825 by Henri Braconnot. It is produced commercially as a white to light brown powder, mainly extracted from citrus fruits, and is used in food as a gelling agent, particularly in jams and jellies. It is also used in dessert fillings, medicines, sweets, as a stabilizer in fruit juices and milk drinks, and as a source of dietary fiber.
    Source: Wikipedia

  • 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.

  • E464 - Hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose

    Hypromellose: Hypromellose -INN-, short for hydroxypropyl methylcellulose -HPMC-, is a semisynthetic, inert, viscoelastic polymer used as eye drops, as well as an excipient and controlled-delivery component in oral medicaments, found in a variety of commercial products.As a food additive, hypromellose is an emulsifier, thickening and suspending agent, and an alternative to animal gelatin. Its Codex Alimentarius code -E number- is E464.
    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.

  • E481 - Sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate

    Sodium stearoyl lactylate: Sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate -sodium stearoyl lactylate or SSL- is a versatile, FDA approved food additive used to improve the mix tolerance and volume of processed foods. It is one type of a commercially available lactylate. SSL is non-toxic, biodegradable, and typically manufactured using biorenewable feedstocks. Because SSL is a safe and highly effective food additive, it is used in a wide variety of products ranging from baked goods and desserts to pet foods.As described by the Food Chemicals Codex 7th edition, SSL is a cream-colored powder or brittle solid. SSL is currently manufactured by the esterification of stearic acid with lactic acid and partially neutralized with either food-grade soda ash -sodium carbonate- or caustic soda -concentrated sodium hydroxide-. Commercial grade SSL is a mixture of sodium salts of stearoyl lactylic acids and minor proportions of other sodium salts of related acids. The HLB for SSL is 10-12. SSL is slightly hygroscopic, soluble in ethanol and in hot oil or fat, and dispersible in warm water. These properties are the reason that SSL is an excellent emulsifier for fat-in-water emulsions and can also function as a humectant.
    Source: Wikipedia

  • 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.

  • E575 - Glucono-delta-lactone

    Glucono delta-lactone: Glucono delta-lactone -GDL-, also known as gluconolactone, is a food additive with the E number E575 used as a sequestrant, an acidifier, or a curing, pickling, or leavening agent. It is a lactone of D-gluconic acid. Pure GDL is a white odorless crystalline powder. GDL has been marketed for use in feta cheese. GDL is neutral, but hydrolyses in water to gluconic acid which is acidic, adding a tangy taste to foods, though it has roughly a third of the sourness of citric acid. It is metabolized to 6-phospho-D-gluconate; one gram of GDL yields roughly the same amount of metabolic energy as one gram of sugar. Upon addition to water, GDL is partially hydrolysed to gluconic acid, with the balance between the lactone form and the acid form established as a chemical equilibrium. The rate of hydrolysis of GDL is increased by heat and high pH.The yeast Saccharomyces bulderi can be used to ferment gluconolactone to ethanol and carbon dioxide. The pH value greatly affects culture growth. Gluconolactone at 1 or 2% in a mineral media solution causes the pH to drop below 3.It is also a complete inhibitor of the enzyme amygdalin beta-glucosidase at concentrations of 1 mM.
    Source: Wikipedia

Ingredients analysis

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    Palm oil

    Ingredients that contain palm oil: Palm oil
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    Non-vegan

    Non-vegan ingredients: Milk proteins

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    Unrecognized ingredients: Sponge, Iron, Thiamin, Vegetable-rapeseed-egg-milk-powder, Flavouring-icing, Caking-agent, Acidity, Glucose-spontams-gluten, Agent, Natural-flavouring-llergen-advice-se-ingredients-listed-in-bold-may-contain-traces-of-outs-and-seeds-and-soya

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    en: sponge 61%, wheat flour (with added calcium carbonate, iron, niacin (b3), thiamine), water, sugar, vegetable rapeseed) egg milk powder, raising agents (e450, e500), salt, emulsifier (e471), flavouring) icing 28% (sugar, water, caking agent (e341), palm vegetable oil, emulsifier (e481, e473), milk proteins, stabilisers (e415, e464), salt, acidity), e575, preservative (e202), coconut 9% (coconut, preservative (e220)), jam 2% (glucose spontams gluten), apple pulp, sugar, acidity regulator (e331), agent (e440a), colouring (e162, e163), citric acid, natural flavouring) llergen advice se ingredients listed in bold may contain traces of outs and seeds and soya
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      2. iron -> en:iron
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        1. b3 -> en:e375 - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe
      4. thiamine -> en:thiamin
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    4. sugar -> en:sugar - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 31016
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    6. raising agents -> en:raising-agent
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      2. e500 -> en:e500 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes
    7. salt -> en:salt - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 11058
    8. emulsifier -> en:emulsifier
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    9. flavouring) icing -> en:flavouring-icing - percent: 28
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      2. water -> en:water - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 18066
      3. caking agent -> en:caking-agent
        1. e341 -> en:e341 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes
      4. palm vegetable oil -> en:palm-oil - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - from_palm_oil: yes - ciqual_food_code: 16129
      5. emulsifier -> en:emulsifier
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        2. e473 -> en:e473 - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe
      6. milk proteins -> en:milk-proteins - vegan: no - vegetarian: yes
      7. stabilisers -> en:stabiliser
        1. e415 -> en:e415 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes
        2. e464 -> en:e464 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes
      8. salt -> en:salt - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 11058
      9. acidity -> en:acidity
    10. e575 -> en:e575 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes
    11. preservative -> en:preservative
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    12. coconut -> en:coconut - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 15006 - percent: 9
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      2. preservative -> en:preservative
        1. e220 -> en:e220 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes
    13. jam -> en:jam - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe - percent: 2
      1. glucose spontams gluten -> en:glucose-spontams-gluten
    14. apple pulp -> en:apple-pulp - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 13050
    15. sugar -> en:sugar - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 31016
    16. acidity regulator -> en:acidity-regulator
      1. e331 -> en:e331 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes
    17. agent -> en:agent
      1. e440a -> en:e440a - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes
    18. colouring -> en:colour
      1. e162 -> en:e162 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes
      2. e163 -> en:e163 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes
    19. citric acid -> en:e330 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes
    20. natural flavouring) llergen advice se ingredients listed in bold may contain traces of outs and seeds and soya -> en:natural-flavouring-llergen-advice-se-ingredients-listed-in-bold-may-contain-traces-of-outs-and-seeds-and-soya

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) 9 %

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