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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)
Sugar, skimmed milk powder, cocoa butter, cocoa mass, palm fat, milk fat, lactose, whey permeate (from milk), emulsifier (soya lecithin), vanilla extract. (May contain: almonds, hazelnut). Milk chocolate contains milk solids 14% minimum and cocoa solids 25% minimum. MALTESERS Milk chocolate (70%) with a honeycombed centre (23%). Ingredients: sugar, skimmed milk powder, cocoa butter, glucose syrup, barley malt extract, cocoa mass, palm fat, milk fat, lactose, whey permeate (from milk), emulsifiers (soya lecithin, E492), wheat flour, palm kernel fat, raising agents (E341, E500, E501), palm kernel oil, wheat gluten, whey powder (from milk), glazing agent (pectins), salt, vanilla extract. Milk chocolate contains milk solids 14% minimum.
Why can't we give a definite answer for Maltesers chocolate egg?
Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Maltesers chocolate egg 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 Maltesers chocolate egg 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 Maltesers chocolate egg contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Sugar, skimmed milk powder, cocoa butter, cocoa mass, palm fat, milk fat, lactose, whey permeate (from milk), emulsifier (soya lecithin), vanilla extr...
What are the nutritional facts of Maltesers chocolate egg?
Maltesers chocolate egg contains 504 calories per 100g, with 7.5g of protein, 59g of carbohydrates, and 29g of fat.
How much sugar is in Maltesers chocolate egg?
Maltesers chocolate egg lists 58 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 Maltesers chocolate egg ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Maltesers chocolate egg is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat Maltesers chocolate egg on a Halal diet?
We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Maltesers chocolate egg fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.