Tastykake, Mini Donuts, Salted Caramel
Processing Score
16.0Ultra-Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
0.5/10Poor
The processing score reflects 49 ingredients, including artificial flavoring, preservatives, corn syrup, plus 2 more we flag. The nutrition score reflects high sugar, sodium and saturated fat.
Nutrient Alerts
High SodiumHigh SugarHigh Saturated Fat
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
025600090886
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size86 g
Amount per serving
Calories
380
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 15g
19%
Saturated Fat 7g
35%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 10mg
3%
Sodium 520mg
23%
Total Carbohydrate 58g
21%
Dietary Fiber 2g
7%
Total Sugars 34g
Protein 4g
Calcium 100mg
8%
Iron 1.4mg
8%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Ingredients
36 listed · 11 flagged for reviewSUGAR, ENRICHED UNBLEACHED AND BLEACHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, CRUNCH BLEND CARAMEL COLOR, LEAVENING [SODIUM BICARBONATE, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE], CALCIUM PROPIONATE [TO PROTECT FRESHNESS], EXTRACTIVES OF PAPRIKA)PALM OIL, SOYBEAN OIL, SOY FLOUR EGG YOLKS, LEAVENING (SODIUM BICARBONATE, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM ALUMINUM PHOSPHATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE), NOFAT MILK SOLIDS, SALT, GLYCERINE, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, DEXTROSE, WHEAT STARCH, CALCIUM SULFATE, WHEAT FLOUR, SOY LECITHIN, DISTILLED MONOGLYCERIDES, CALCIUM CARBONATE, SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, GUAR GUM, PROPYLENE GLYCOL MONOESTER, TAPIOCA DEXTRIN, AGAR, CORN DEXTRIN, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (COLOR)XANTHAN GUM, ENZYMES, KARAYA GUM, MONOGLYCERIDES, CORN SYRUP, CORN ACID, COLORED WITH TUMERIC AND ANNATTO, PRESERVED WITH SORBIC ACID, POTASSIUM SORBATE AND SODIUM PROPIONATE.
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Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?
In our analysis, Tastykake, Mini Donuts, Salted Caramel scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Corn-Based Sweeteners (Corn Syrup Solids, Corn Syrup): HFCS is a hallmark of ultra-processed foods.
- Chemical Preservatives (Potassium Sorbate And Sodium Propionate): Synthetic preservatives are UPF indicators.
- Emulsifiers (Glycerine, Soy Lecithin): Industrial emulsifiers indicate UPF.
- Other Additives (Distilled Monoglycerides, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Propylene Glycol Monoester, +1 more): Miscellaneous additives generally indicate processing.
- Stabilizers & Gums (Guar Gum, Agar, Titanium Dioxide (Color)Xanthan Gum): Industrial stabilizers common in UPF.
Within Cakes & Pastries, this product is more processed than about 16% of the 11,919 products we've analyzed.
Processing classification reflects ingredient and additive analysis, not a judgment of any product's safety, quality, or healthfulness.
What These Ingredients Tell Us
We group Tastykake, Mini Donuts, Salted Caramel's ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- Industrial EnzymesUPF marker
In this product: Enzymes.
Industrial enzyme use indicates significant processing.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Sugar, Dextrose.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Natural ColorsProcessing indicator
In this product: Crunch Blend Caramel Color, Colored With Tumeric And Annatto.
Natural sources but still indicate processing.
- Food Bases & AlkalisProcessing indicator
In this product: Leavening [Sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate], Leavening (Sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Sodium Aluminum Phosphate, Monocalcium Phosphate).
Common in baking, excessive use indicates processing.
- Natural PreservativesProcessing indicator
In this product: Calcium Propionate [To Protect Freshness].
Natural sources but industrial application.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Soybean Oil.
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- MineralsProcessing indicator
In this product: Calcium Sulfate, Calcium Carbonate.
Added minerals often compensate for processing.
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About our scores and this content
Processing and Nutrition Scores reflect the ingredient lists and nutrient data we observe; they are our analysis, not absolute measures of health. Read the full methodology. This information is provided for general nutrition education and is not medical, health, or dietary advice. Product formulations change often, so check the actual label before purchasing, and consult a registered dietitian or your physician for personal guidance.
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