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"gelatin": animal-derived; pork gelatin is haram, certified beef gelatin is accepted, and the label rarely names the animal (Mushbooh)
- "gelatin": animal-derived; pork gelatin is haram, certified beef gelatin is accepted, and the label rarely names the animal (Mushbooh) What is E428?
- "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 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)
glucose syrup fructose, sugar, wheat flour (13%), cocoa butter, skimmed milk powder, cocoa mass, whey powder (from milk), palm oil, concentrated butter, egg albumin, invert sugar, wheat starch, candy sugar, gelatin, emulsifier (soy lecithin, e476), molasses, baking agent (sodium acid carbonate), salt, flavourings, may contain nuts
Why can't we give a definite answer for Melo Cakes?
Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Melo Cakes fits a halal diet. Reasons:
- "gelatin": animal-derived; pork gelatin is haram, certified beef gelatin is accepted, and the label rarely names the animal (Mushbooh) What is E428?
- "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 Melo Cakes Halal?
We cannot say for certain. "gelatin": animal-derived; pork gelatin is haram, certified beef gelatin is accepted, and the label rarely names the animal (Mushbooh) Please check the product label or contact the manufacturer.
Does Melo Cakes contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: glucose syrup fructose, sugar, wheat flour (13%), cocoa butter, skimmed milk powder, cocoa mass, whey powder (from milk), palm oil, concentrated butte...
What are the nutritional facts of Melo Cakes?
Melo Cakes contains 424 calories per 100g, with 5g of protein, 69g of carbohydrates, and 14g of fat.
How much sugar is in Melo Cakes?
Melo Cakes lists 57 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 Melo Cakes on a Halal diet?
We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Melo Cakes fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.