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"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)
- "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)
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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)
cocoa mass, sugar, glucose yrup, barley malt extract, skimmed milk owder, fat-reduced cocoa powder, palm fat, cocoa butter, wheat flour, glazing agents (gum arabic, zein), palm kernel fat, raising agents (e341, e500, e501), palm kernel oil, wheat gluten, emulsifier (soya lecithin), whey powder (from milk), natural vanilla flavouring, alt, humectant (glycerol). milk chocolate contains vegetable fats in addition to cocoa butter. suitable for vegetarians
Why can't we give a definite answer for Malteasers dark?
Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Malteasers dark fits a halal diet. Reasons:
- "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 Malteasers dark Halal?
We cannot say for certain. "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) Please check the product label or contact the manufacturer.
Does Malteasers dark contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: cocoa mass, sugar, glucose yrup, barley malt extract, skimmed milk owder, fat-reduced cocoa powder, palm fat, cocoa butter, wheat flour, glazing agent...
What are the nutritional facts of Malteasers dark?
Malteasers dark contains 495 calories per 100g, with 9.6g of protein, 45g of carbohydrates, and 29g of fat.
How much sugar is in Malteasers dark?
Malteasers dark lists 32 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 Malteasers dark ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Malteasers dark is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat Malteasers dark on a Halal diet?
We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Malteasers dark fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.