Jaffa Cakes

Jaffa Cakes

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Target diet: Halal

Jaffa Cakes · Halal

Check the label.

"diglycerides": source unclear (Mushbooh)

  • "diglycerides": source unclear (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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What we checked

Haram ingredients (pork, alcohol)None found
Doubtful (Mushbooh) items"diglycerides": source unclear (Mushbooh)

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Calories
375
kcal
Protein
3.2g
Carbs
68g
Fat
9.3g

Ingredients (original text)

glucose-fructose syrup, sugar, plain chocolate (17%) (cocoa mass, sugar, cocoa butter, emulsifier: lecithins (soya), flavouring), sweetened pasteurised egg (egg, sugar, glucose-fructose syrup), orange juice from concentrate (12%),wheat flour, palm fat, stabiliser: sorbitols, wheat starch, gelling agent: pectins, acid: citric acid, tapioca starch, raising agents: ammonium carbonates, sodium carbonates, emulsifier: mono-and diglycerides of fatty acids, orange oil, acidity regulator: sodium citrates, salt, typ ene fat o w carb o w fibr prot salt

Why can't we give a definite answer for Jaffa Cakes?

Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Jaffa Cakes fits a halal diet. Reasons:

  • "diglycerides": source unclear (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 Jaffa Cakes Halal?

We cannot say for certain. "diglycerides": source unclear (Mushbooh) Please check the product label or contact the manufacturer.

Does Jaffa Cakes contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: glucose-fructose syrup, sugar, plain chocolate (17%) (cocoa mass, sugar, cocoa butter, emulsifier: lecithins (soya), flavouring), sweetened pasteurise...

What are the nutritional facts of Jaffa Cakes?

Jaffa Cakes contains 375 calories per 100g, with 3.2g of protein, 68g of carbohydrates, and 9.3g of fat.

Can I eat Jaffa Cakes on a Halal diet?

We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Jaffa Cakes fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.