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wheat, and 7 more.
- wheat
- barley
- malt
- brewer's yeast
- wheat flour
- malt extract
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
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)
fresh pasteurised milk 24%, fine chocolate 21% (sugar, cocoa mass, cocoa butter, emulsifiers: lecithins [soya], flavourings), sugar, palm oil, skimmed milk powder, wheat flour 8.5%, cocoa butter, concentrated butter, dextrose, chocolate above milk 1% (sugar, milk powder, cocoa butter, cocoa mass, emulsifiers: lecithins [soy], flavourings), low-fat cocoa, egg powder, brewer's yeast, flavourings, emulsifiers: mono and diglycerides of fatty acids, salt, barley malt extract,
Detailed analysis: why is Kinder Pingui not gluten free?
Our analysis indicates that Kinder Pingui is likely not suitable for a gluten free diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:
- wheat
- barley
- malt
- brewer's yeast
- wheat flour
- malt extract
- barley malt
- Gluten (allergen data)
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: fresh pasteurised milk 24%, fine chocolate 21% (sugar, cocoa mass, cocoa butter, emulsifiers: lecithins [soya], flavourings), sugar, palm oil, skimmed milk powder, wheat flour 8.5%, cocoa butter, concentrated butter, dextrose, chocolate above milk 1% (sugar, milk powder, cocoa butter, cocoa mass, emulsifiers: lecithins [soy], flavourings), low-fat cocoa, egg powder, brewer's yeast, flavourings, emulsifiers: mono and diglycerides of fatty acids, salt, barley malt extract,. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Kinder Pingui contains 446 calories per 100g, with 5.3g of protein, 28.3g of fat, and 41.5g of carbohydrates (34.5g 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 Kinder Pingui Gluten Free?
No, Kinder Pingui is generally not Gluten Free because it contains wheat, barley, malt and others.
Does Kinder Pingui contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: fresh pasteurised milk 24%, fine chocolate 21% (sugar, cocoa mass, cocoa butter, emulsifiers: lecithins [soya], flavourings), sugar, palm oil, skimmed...
What are the nutritional facts of Kinder Pingui?
Kinder Pingui contains 446 calories per 100g, with 5.3g of protein, 41.5g of carbohydrates, and 28.3g of fat.
How much sugar is in Kinder Pingui?
Kinder Pingui lists 34.5 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 Kinder Pingui ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Kinder Pingui is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat Kinder Pingui on a Gluten Free diet?
No, Kinder Pingui is not recommended for a Gluten Free diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Gluten Free-certified alternatives.