KitKat Cereal

KitKat Cereal

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Target diet: Gluten Free

KitKat Cereal · Gluten Free

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wheat, and 9 more.

  • wheat
  • barley
  • malt
  • semolina
  • wheat flour
  • whole wheat

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Deciding ingredient

wheat

On the label

31.4% whole wheat flourcorn semolinasugardextrosepalm oilwheat flour5.4% cocoa powder*glucose syrup

What we checked

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

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
420 kcal
Fat
11 g
Carbohydrates
69 g
Sugars
25 g
high
Protein
8 g

Per 100 g this product is high in sugars. 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.

Ingredients (original text)

31.4% whole wheat flour, corn semolina, sugar, dextrose, palm oil, wheat flour, 5.4% cocoa powder*, glucose syrup, wheat starch, skimmed milk powder, sunflower oil, calcium carbonate, barley malt extract, low-fat cocoa powder*, natural flavors, cocoa butter*, salt, cocoa mass*, emulsifier (lecithins), whey product, clarified butter, antioxidant (extracts high in tocopherols), iron, niacin, pantothenic acid, vitamin b6, riboflavin (vit, b2), folic acid, may contain nuts, *rainforest alliance certified,

Detailed analysis: why is KitKat Cereal not gluten free?

Our analysis indicates that KitKat Cereal 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
  • semolina
  • wheat flour
  • whole wheat
  • wheat starch
  • malt extract
  • barley malt
  • Gluten (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: 31.4% whole wheat flour, corn semolina, sugar, dextrose, palm oil, wheat flour, 5.4% cocoa powder*, glucose syrup, wheat starch, skimmed milk powder, sunflower oil, calcium carbonate, barley malt extract, low-fat cocoa powder*, natural flavors, cocoa butter*, salt, cocoa mass*, emulsifier (lecithins), whey product, clarified butter, antioxidant (extracts high in tocopherols), iron, niacin, pantothenic acid, vitamin b6, riboflavin (vit, b2), folic acid, may contain nuts, *rainforest alliance certified,. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

KitKat Cereal contains 420 calories per 100g, with 8g of protein, 11g of fat, and 69g of carbohydrates (25g 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 KitKat Cereal Gluten Free?

No, KitKat Cereal is generally not Gluten Free because it contains wheat, barley, malt and others.

Does KitKat Cereal contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: 31.4% whole wheat flour, corn semolina, sugar, dextrose, palm oil, wheat flour, 5.4% cocoa powder*, glucose syrup, wheat starch, skimmed milk powder, ...

What are the nutritional facts of KitKat Cereal?

KitKat Cereal contains 420 calories per 100g, with 8g of protein, 69g of carbohydrates, and 11g of fat.

How much sugar is in KitKat Cereal?

KitKat Cereal lists 25 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).

Can I eat KitKat Cereal on a Gluten Free diet?

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