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"shellac": an insect-derived glazing agent; certifier opinions differ (Mushbooh)
- "shellac": an insect-derived glazing agent; certifier opinions differ (Mushbooh) What is E904?
- "mono and diglycerides": source unclear (Mushbooh)
- "diglycerides": source unclear (Mushbooh)
- "whey": a cheesemaking by-product; whether it is halal depends on the rennet used to make the cheese, and the label does not say (Mushbooh)
- "emulsifier": can be made from plant oils or animal fat; the label does not name the source (Mushbooh)
Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.
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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)
sugar, wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), rapeseed oil, egg, galaxy ripple®¹ (4%), palm oil, galaxy milk chocolate counters (3%), fat reduced cocoa powder, glucose syrup, humectant (vegetable glycerine), cream (milk), galaxy milk chocolate (2%), marbled chocolate curls (2%), maize starch, palm kernel oil, cocoa mass, wheat starch, raising agents (disodium diphosphate, sodium hydrogen carbonate), whey powder (milk), emulsifiers (mono and diglycerides of fatty acids, soya lecithin, e476), cocoa butter, preservative (potassium sorbate), flavouring, caramelised sugar syrup, skimmed milk powder, dried egg white, acidity regulator (citric acid). galaxy ripple® (sugar, cocoa butter, skimmed milk powder, cocoa mass, lactose (milk), palm fat, whey powder (from milk), milk fat, emulsifiers (soya lecithin, e476), water, vanilla extract). 2 galaxy milk chocolate counters (milk chocolate (sugar, cocoa butter, skimmed milk powder, cocoa mass, lactose and protein from whey (milk), palm fat, whey powder (milk), milk fat, emulsifier (soya lecithin), vanilla extract), glazing agents (gum arabic, shellac), sucrose, glucose syrup, vegetable oil (coconut)). galaxy milk chocolate (sugar, cocoa butter, skimmed milk powder, cocoa mass, lactose and protein from whey (milk), palm fat, whey powder (milk), milk fat, emulsifier (soya lecithin), vanilla extract). "marbled chocolate curls (sugar, cocoa butter, cocoa mass, whole milk powder, lactose (milk), whey powder (milk), milk fat, emulsifier (soya lecithin), flavouring)
Why can't we give a definite answer for Indulgent chocolate cake?
Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Indulgent chocolate cake fits a halal diet. Reasons:
- "shellac": an insect-derived glazing agent; certifier opinions differ (Mushbooh) What is E904?
- "mono and diglycerides": source unclear (Mushbooh)
- "diglycerides": source unclear (Mushbooh)
- "whey": a cheesemaking by-product; whether it is halal depends on the rennet used to make the cheese, and the label does not say (Mushbooh)
- "emulsifier": can be made from plant oils or animal fat; the label does not name the source (Mushbooh)
Rather than guessing, we prefer to tell you honestly when the data is incomplete. If you follow a halal diet for health or religious reasons, please check the product packaging or contact the manufacturer directly before consuming this product.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available ingredient data from Open Food Facts. Product formulations change frequently. This is not medical, nutritional, or religious advice.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Indulgent chocolate cake Halal?
We cannot say for certain. "shellac": an insect-derived glazing agent; certifier opinions differ (Mushbooh) Please check the product label or contact the manufacturer.
Does Indulgent chocolate cake contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: sugar, wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), rapeseed oil, egg, galaxy ripple®¹ (4%), palm oil, galaxy milk chocolate c...
What are the nutritional facts of Indulgent chocolate cake?
Indulgent chocolate cake contains 464 calories per 100g, with 4.2g of protein, 54.7g of carbohydrates, and 26.4g of fat.
How much sugar is in Indulgent chocolate cake?
Indulgent chocolate cake lists 35.8 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 Indulgent chocolate cake ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Indulgent chocolate cake is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat Indulgent chocolate cake on a Halal diet?
We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Indulgent chocolate cake fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.