Classic white cake mix

Classic white cake mix

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Target diet: Gluten Free

Classic white cake mix · Gluten Free

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wheat, and 3 more.

  • wheat
  • wheat flour
  • wheat starch
  • Gluten (allergen data)

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Deciding ingredient

wheat

On the label

sugarflourniacinreduced ironthiamine mononitrateriboflavinfolic acidemulsified palm shortening

What we checked

Gluten grains (wheat, barley, rye)wheat, wheat flour, wheat starch
Allergen data (gluten)Gluten listed

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
395.4 kcal
Fat
9.3 g
Saturated fat
4.7 g
Carbohydrates
79.1 g
Sugars
44.2 g
high
Fibre
0 g
Protein
2.3 g
Salt
1.9 g
high

Per 100 g this product is high in sugars, high in salt. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

sugar, enriched bleached wheat flour (flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), emulsified palm shortening (palm oil, propylene glycol mono - and diesters of fats and fatty acids, mono - and diglycerides, sodium stearoyl lactylate), leavening (baking soda, dicalcium phosphate, sodium aluminum phosphate, monocalcium phosphate), wheat starch, contains 2% or less of: modified food starch, dextrose, salt, palm oil, soy lecithin, natural and artificial flavor, guar gum, xanthan gum,

Detailed analysis: why is Classic white cake mix not gluten free?

Our analysis indicates that Classic white cake mix is likely not suitable for a gluten free diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • wheat
  • wheat flour
  • wheat starch
  • Gluten (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: sugar, enriched bleached wheat flour (flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), emulsified palm shortening (palm oil, propylene glycol mono - and diesters of fats and fatty acids, mono - and diglycerides, sodium stearoyl lactylate), leavening (baking soda, dicalcium phosphate, sodium aluminum phosphate, monocalcium phosphate), wheat starch, contains 2% or less of: modified food starch, dextrose, salt, palm oil, soy lecithin, natural and artificial flavor, guar gum, xanthan gum,. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Classic white cake mix contains 395.4 calories per 100g, with 2.3g of protein, 9.3g of fat, and 79.1g of carbohydrates (44.2g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a gluten free diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer gluten free-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Classic white cake mix Gluten Free?

No, Classic white cake mix is generally not Gluten Free because it contains wheat, wheat flour, wheat starch and others.

Does Classic white cake mix contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: sugar, enriched bleached wheat flour (flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), emulsified palm shortening (palm oil...

What are the nutritional facts of Classic white cake mix?

Classic white cake mix contains 395.4 calories per 100g, with 2.3g of protein, 79.1g of carbohydrates, and 9.3g of fat.

How much sugar is in Classic white cake mix?

Classic white cake mix lists 44.2 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as high in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (22.5 g or more per 100 g).

Is Classic white cake mix ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Classic white cake mix is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Classic white cake mix on a Gluten Free diet?

No, Classic white cake mix is not recommended for a Gluten Free diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Gluten Free-certified alternatives.