Why is Tiramisu classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is labelled NOVA 4 because the formulation relies on refined ingredients such as glucose syrup, added sugars, alcohol and multiple food‑technology additives. The listed additives include E270 (lactic acid), E401 (sorbitol), E410 (locust bean gum), E420 (sorbitol), E428, E450 (diphosphates), E472b (lactic acid esters of mono‑ and diglycerides) and E500 (sodium carbonates), as well as stabilisers and thickeners like sodium alginate.

How does the high sugar and saturated‑fat content in this Tiramisu affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The 16.8 g of sugars per 100 g can cause rapid spikes in blood glucose, making it unsuitable for tight diabetic control, while the 10.7 g of saturated fat may raise LDL cholesterol and increase cardiovascular risk. Although salt is low, the overall energy density and saturated‑fat level are not ideal for hypertension or heart‑healthy eating patterns.

Based on its ingredients, is this Tiramisu suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or lactose‑intolerant diets?

No. The product contains skimmed milk, cream, mascarpone, egg and wheat flour, which provide dairy, animal protein and gluten, and it also includes beef gelatin, so it is unsuitable for vegan, gluten‑free or lactose‑intolerant consumers.

Deluxe • 500 g

Tiramisu

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

The product is a 500 g refrigerated Tiramisu made by Deluxe, positioned in the dairy‑desserts family (PNNS groups: Milk and dairy products, Dairy desserts). It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and belongs to the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category, reflecting the presence of added sugars, multiple emulsifiers, stabilisers, a small proportion of alcohol and beef gelatin. Nutritionally it provides about 283 kcal per 100 g with high fat (14.4 g, saturated 10.7 g) and sugars (16.8 g), low salt (0.12 g) and modest protein (3.7 g), and it contains egg, gluten and milk allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal298 kcal

Fat14.4 g

Saturated Fat10.7 g

Carbohydrates34.5 g

Sugars16.8 g

Comparative Analysis

The Tiramisu contains roughly 50 % more sugar, 190 % more total fat and double the saturated fat and calories than the average snack in its category, while its salt level is well below the category average.

Ingredients

reconstituted skimmed milk, glucose syrup, 16% mascarpone soft cheese (milk) (contains acidity regulator: lactic acid), 10% sponge fingers (wheat flour, egg, sugar, milk protein, raising agents: diphosphates, sodium carbonates), coconut fat, sugar, cream (milk), 2,5% alcohol, egg, 1% cocoa dusting (46% cocoa, dextrose, wheat starch, sugar, cocoa butter), 1% marsala p,d,o, wine, 1% soluble coffee, milk protein, stabiliser: sorbitols, beef gelatine, tapioca starch, thickeners: sodium alginate, locust bean gum, emulsifier: lactic acid esters of mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids, natural flavouring,

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