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Summary
The brioche bun is a processed food with a moderate level of processing, containing refined wheat flour and added sugar, which contribute to its carbohydrate and sugar content. While it includes beneficial ingredients like eggs, which provide high-quality protein, the presence of refined sugar and the overall processing level limit its healthfulness compared to less processed alternatives.
Key ingredients 11
NiacinGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
See more about Niacin →Ascorbic AcidGood
Vitamin C — beneficial even when serving as a preservative.
See more about Ascorbic Acid →Malted Barley FlourNeutral
Used in small amounts to aid yeast fermentation and improve dough browning.
See more about Malted Barley Flour →IronNeutral
Mineral added to enriched flour to support nutrient intake.
See more about Iron →Thiamin MononitrateNeutral
B vitamin added for flour enrichment.
See more about Thiamin Mononitrate →EggsNeutral
Whole food ingredient providing structure, color, and protein to the brioche.
See more about Eggs →WheyNeutral
Dairy derivative providing moisture and texture.
See more about Whey →YeastNeutral
Natural leavening agent used to make the dough rise.
See more about Yeast →SaltNeutral
Standard culinary salt used to enhance flavor and regulate fermentation.
See more about Salt →Wheat FlourBad
Refined grain flour stripped of bran and germ.
See more about Wheat Flour →SugarBad
Refined added sugar.
See more about Sugar →Processing
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