Milk chocolate tea cake

Milk chocolate tea cake

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Target diet: Gluten Free

Milk chocolate tea cake · Gluten Free

No, skip it.

wheat, and 2 more.

  • wheat
  • wheat flour
  • Gluten (allergen data)

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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Deciding ingredient

wheat

On the label

Mallow38%)SugarGlucose syrupEgg whiteMilk chocolate34%)Cocoa butter

What we checked

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

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
440 kcal
Fat
19 g
Carbohydrates
62 g
Sugars
36 g
high
Protein
5 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)

Mallow (38%) (Sugar, Glucose syrup, Egg white), Milk chocolate (34%) (Sugar, Cocoa butter, Cocoa mass, Standardised whole milk, Skimmed milk powder, Palm oil, Shea butter, Emulsifier (soya lecithin], Flavouring), Biscuit (28% (Fortified wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, fron, niacin, thiamini, Vegetable oil (palm, rapeseed), Sugar, Raising agents (sodium bicarbonate, disodium diphosphate])

Detailed analysis: why is Milk chocolate tea cake not gluten free?

Our analysis indicates that Milk chocolate tea cake 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
  • Gluten (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Mallow (38%) (Sugar, Glucose syrup, Egg white), Milk chocolate (34%) (Sugar, Cocoa butter, Cocoa mass, Standardised whole milk, Skimmed milk powder, Palm oil, Shea butter, Emulsifier (soya lecithin], Flavouring), Biscuit (28% (Fortified wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, fron, niacin, thiamini, Vegetable oil (palm, rapeseed), Sugar, Raising agents (sodium bicarbonate, disodium diphosphate]). We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Milk chocolate tea cake contains 440 calories per 100g, with 5g of protein, 19g of fat, and 62g of carbohydrates (36g 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 Milk chocolate tea cake Gluten Free?

No, Milk chocolate tea cake is generally not Gluten Free because it contains wheat, wheat flour, Gluten (allergen data).

Does Milk chocolate tea cake contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Mallow (38%) (Sugar, Glucose syrup, Egg white), Milk chocolate (34%) (Sugar, Cocoa butter, Cocoa mass, Standardised whole milk, Skimmed milk powder, P...

What are the nutritional facts of Milk chocolate tea cake?

Milk chocolate tea cake contains 440 calories per 100g, with 5g of protein, 62g of carbohydrates, and 19g of fat.

How much sugar is in Milk chocolate tea cake?

Milk chocolate tea cake lists 36 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 Milk chocolate tea cake on a Gluten Free diet?

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