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"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)
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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)
Vanilla flavour ice cream (Partially reconstituted skimmed milk concentrate, Glucose syrup, Sugar, Coconut oil, Maltodextrin, Whey powder (from Milk), Emulsifier (Mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids), Stabilisers (Locust bean gum, Guar gum), Flavouring), Biscuit cone (15%) (Wheat flour, Sugar, Coconut oil, Emulsifier (Soya lecithin), Chocolate flavour coating (11%) (Vegetable oils in varying proportions (Coconut, Sunflower), Sugar, Fat-reduced cocoa powder, Emulsifier (Soya lecithin), Mini SMARTIES® (8%) (Sugar, Cocoa butter, Skimmed milk powder, Cocoa mass, Vegetable oils (Shea kernel, Palm), Butter oil (from Milk), Wheat flour, Whey powder (from Milk), Rice starch, Emulsifier (Sunflower lecithin), Fruit and vegetable concentrates (Safflower, Radish, Black carrot, Lemon, Hibiscus), Spirulina concentrate, Glazing agents (Carnauba wax, Beeswax white), Flavouring). May contain nuts.
Why can't we give a definite answer for Smarties ice cream?
Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Smarties ice cream fits a halal diet. Reasons:
- "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 Smarties ice cream Halal?
We cannot say for certain. "diglycerides": source unclear (Mushbooh) Please check the product label or contact the manufacturer.
Does Smarties ice cream contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Vanilla flavour ice cream (Partially reconstituted skimmed milk concentrate, Glucose syrup, Sugar, Coconut oil, Maltodextrin, Whey powder (from Milk),...
What are the nutritional facts of Smarties ice cream?
Smarties ice cream contains 278 calories per 100g, with 3.8g of protein, 42.4g of carbohydrates, and 10.1g of fat.
How much sugar is in Smarties ice cream?
Smarties ice cream lists 26.3 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 Smarties ice cream ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Smarties ice cream is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat Smarties ice cream on a Halal diet?
We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Smarties ice cream fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.