Friends

Friends

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Target diet: Gluten Free

Friends · Gluten Free

No, skip it.

weizen, and 3 more.

  • weizen
  • gerste
  • dinkel
  • Gluten (allergen data)

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Deciding ingredient

weizen

On the label

ZuckerKakaobutterKakaomasseMagermilchpulverButtereinfettEmulgator LecithineSojaVanillin

What we checked

Gluten grains (wheat, barley, rye)weizen, gerste, dinkel
Allergen data (gluten)Gluten listed

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
572 kcal
Fat
37.3 g
Saturated fat
17.3 g
high
Carbohydrates
49.5 g
Sugars
41.2 g
high
Protein
8.6 g
Salt
0.3 g
low

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, high in sugars, low 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)

Kinder Bueno Mini : Milchschokolade 31% (Zucker, Kakaobutter, Kakaomasse, Magermilchpulver, Buttereinfett, Emulgator Lecithine (Soja), Vanillin), Zucker, Palmöl, Weizenmehl, Haselnüsse (10.8%), Magermilchpulver, Vollmilchpulver, Halbbitterschokolade (Zucker, Kakaomasse, Kakaobutter, Emulgator Lecithine (Soja), Vanillin), fettarmer Kakao, Emulgator Lecithine (Soja), Backtriebmittel : Natriumhydrogencarbonat, Ammoniumhydrogencarbonat; Salz, Vanillin Kinder Country Mini : Vollmilchschokolade 37.5% (Zucker, Kakaobutter, Vollmilchpulver, Kakaomasse, Emulgator Lecithine (Soja), Vanillin), Zucker, Magermilchpulver, Palmöl, gepufftes Getreide 6% (Gerste, Reis, Weizen, Dinkel, Buchweizen), Buttereinfett, Emulgator Lecithine (Soja), Vanillin Kinder Schoko-Bons : Vollmilchschokolade 50% (Zucker, Vollmilchpulver, Kakaobutter, Kakaomasse, Emulgator Lecithine (Soja), Vanillin), Zucker, Magermilchpulver, Palmöl, Haselnüsse (5.8%), Buttereinfett, Halbbitterschokolade (Zucker, Kakaomasse, Kakaobutter, Emulgator Lecithine (Soja), Vanillin), Überzugsmittel : Gummi arabicum, Schellack; glukosesirup, Emulgator Lecithine (Soja), Aroma, Vanillin Kinder Schokolade Mini : Vollmilchschokolade 39% (Zucker, Vollmilchpulver, Kakaobutter, Kakaomasse, Emulgator Lecithine (Soja), Vanillin), Zucker, Magermilchpulver, Palmöl, Buttereinfett, Emulgator Lecithine (Soja), Vanillin

Detailed analysis: why is Friends not gluten free?

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

  • weizen
  • gerste
  • dinkel
  • Gluten (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Kinder Bueno Mini : Milchschokolade 31% (Zucker, Kakaobutter, Kakaomasse, Magermilchpulver, Buttereinfett, Emulgator Lecithine (Soja), Vanillin), Zucker, Palmöl, Weizenmehl, Haselnüsse (10.8%), Magermilchpulver, Vollmilchpulver, Halbbitterschokolade (Zucker, Kakaomasse, Kakaobutter, Emulgator Lecithine (Soja), Vanillin), fettarmer Kakao, Emulgator Lecithine (Soja), Backtriebmittel : Natriumhydrogencarbonat, Ammoniumhydrogencarbonat; Salz, Vanillin Kinder Country Mini : Vollmilchschokolade 37.5% (Zucker, Kakaobutter, Vollmilchpulver, Kakaomasse, Emulgator Lecithine (Soja), Vanillin), Zucker, Magermilchpulver, Palmöl, gepufftes Getreide 6% (Gerste, Reis, Weizen, Dinkel, Buchweizen), Buttereinfett, Emulgator Lecithine (Soja), Vanillin Kinder Schoko-Bons : Vollmilchschokolade 50% (Zucker, Vollmilchpulver, Kakaobutter, Kakaomasse, Emulgator Lecithine (Soja), Vanillin), Zucker, Magermilchpulver, Palmöl, Haselnüsse (5.8%), Buttereinfett, Halbbitterschokolade (Zucker, Kakaomasse, Kakaobutter, Emulgator Lecithine (Soja), Vanillin), Überzugsmittel : Gummi arabicum, Schellack; glukosesirup, Emulgator Lecithine (Soja), Aroma, Vanillin Kinder Schokolade Mini : Vollmilchschokolade 39% (Zucker, Vollmilchpulver, Kakaobutter, Kakaomasse, Emulgator Lecithine (Soja), Vanillin), Zucker, Magermilchpulver, Palmöl, Buttereinfett, Emulgator Lecithine (Soja), Vanillin. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Friends contains 572 calories per 100g, with 8.6g of protein, 37.3g of fat, and 49.5g of carbohydrates (41.2g 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 Friends Gluten Free?

No, Friends is generally not Gluten Free because it contains weizen, gerste, dinkel and others.

Does Friends contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Kinder Bueno Mini : Milchschokolade 31% (Zucker, Kakaobutter, Kakaomasse, Magermilchpulver, Buttereinfett, Emulgator Lecithine (Soja), Vanillin), Zuc...

What are the nutritional facts of Friends?

Friends contains 572 calories per 100g, with 8.6g of protein, 49.5g of carbohydrates, and 37.3g of fat.

How much sugar is in Friends?

Friends lists 41.2 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 Friends ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Friends is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Friends on a Gluten Free diet?

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