Custard Creams

Custard Creams

Sainsbury's · all Sainsbury's products checked

Target diet: Keto

Custard Creams · Keto

No, skip it.

Too high in carbs (68.8g/100g).

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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On the label

Fortified wheat FlourWheat FlourCalcium CarbonateNiacinIronThiaminPalm OilSugar

What we checked

Carbs (per 100g)68.8 g
Sugars (per 100g)26.5 g
Fat (per 100g)19 g

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
474 kcal
Fat
19 g
Saturated fat
10 g
high
Carbohydrates
68.8 g
Sugars
26.5 g
high
Fibre
3 g
Protein
5.5 g
Salt
0.4 g

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, 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.

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

Fortified wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Niacin, Iron, Thiamin), Palm Oil, Sugar, Icing Sugar, Palm Fat, Palm Kernel Fat, Whey Powder (Cows' Milk), Glucose Syrup, Wheat Starch, Raising Agents: Ammonium Carbonates, Sodium Carbonates; Sea Salt, Flavouring, Colour: Beta-Carotene.

Detailed analysis: why is Custard Creams not keto?

Our analysis indicates that Custard Creams is likely not suitable for a keto diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • Too high in carbs (68.8g/100g)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Fortified wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Niacin, Iron, Thiamin), Palm Oil, Sugar, Icing Sugar, Palm Fat, Palm Kernel Fat, Whey Powder (Cows' Milk), Glucose Syrup, Wheat Starch, Raising Agents: Ammonium Carbonates, Sodium Carbonates; Sea Salt, Flavouring, Colour: Beta-Carotene.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Custard Creams contains 474 calories per 100g, with 5.5g of protein, 19g of fat, and 68.8g of carbohydrates (26.5g of which is sugar). The high carbohydrate content further confirms that this product is not suitable for a ketogenic diet.

What should you do?

If you are following a keto diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer keto-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Custard Creams Keto?

No, Custard Creams is generally not Keto because it contains Too high in carbs (68.8g/100g).

Does Custard Creams contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Fortified wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Niacin, Iron, Thiamin), Palm Oil, Sugar, Icing Sugar, Palm Fat, Palm Kernel Fat, Whey Powder (C...

What are the nutritional facts of Custard Creams?

Custard Creams contains 474 calories per 100g, with 5.5g of protein, 68.8g of carbohydrates, and 19g of fat.

How much sugar is in Custard Creams?

Custard Creams lists 26.5 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 Custard Creams ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Custard Creams is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Custard Creams on a Keto diet?

No, Custard Creams is not recommended for a Keto diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Keto-certified alternatives.