Funfetti Cake Mix
High in added sugar, refined carbs and artificial colors; ultra-processed with little nutritional value, best as rare treat only.
Contains wheat. May contain soy and milk. Artificial colors may cause sensitivity or hyperactivity in some children. Not suitable for gluten-free or low-sugar diets.
What's the verdict?
Convenient ultra-processed cake mix popular for celebrations. Delivers fun appearance but is high in added sugars, refined carbohydrates, and artificial additives with minimal nutritional benefits.
Ingredients
9 listed · 7 flagged · estimated by AI, check the label- Sugar (Sweetener)Caution
Primary added sugar providing sweetness but contributes to high glycemic load, risks of weight gain, tooth decay, insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes with frequent consumption.
- Enriched Flour (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Iron, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid) (Base Flour)Beneficial
Refined wheat provides cake structure and is enriched with B-vitamins and iron to help prevent nutrient deficiencies, but low fiber leads to blood sugar spikes and contains gluten (allergen for sensitive individuals).
- Rainbow Candy Bits (Sugar, Corn Starch, Palm Kernel Oil, Artificial Colors) (Decoration)Caution
Delivers the signature funfetti colors and crunch but adds extra sugar and synthetic dyes potentially linked to behavioral changes in children and offering zero nutritional benefit.
- Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil (Shortening/Fat)Caution
Creates tender texture and extends shelf life but contains trans fats associated with increased inflammation, elevated LDL cholesterol and higher cardiovascular disease risk.
- Sodium Aluminum Phosphate (Leavening Agent)Caution
Reacts to help cake rise during baking; generally safe in small quantities but aluminum has been subject to ongoing safety debate regarding potential accumulation and neurological effects with high long-term exposure.
- Salt (Flavor Enhancer)Caution
Boosts taste but significantly raises sodium levels which can contribute to elevated blood pressure and fluid retention, especially concerning in overall high-sodium diets.
- Artificial Flavor (Flavoring Agent)Caution
Provides consistent vanilla taste without using natural sources; offers no nutrients and may trigger sensitivities or be avoided by those preferring clean-label products.
- Xanthan Gum (Thickener/Stabilizer)
Fermented gum improves batter viscosity and texture; generally neutral and safe, though large amounts may cause mild digestive upset in sensitive people.
- Artificial Colors (Red 40, Yellow 6, Blue 1) (Coloring Agent)Caution
Creates vibrant rainbow appearance in bits; FDA-approved but carries ongoing debate regarding possible links to hyperactivity, allergies or other effects in sensitive consumers, especially kids.
Nutrition
| calories | 160 |
|---|---|
| total fat | 2 |
| saturated fat | 1 |
| sodium | 280 |
| total carbohydrate | 35 |
| sugars | 19 |
| protein | 1 |
| iron | 0.7 |
| potassium | 25 |
None: trans fat, cholesterol, dietary fiber, vitamin d, calcium.
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