Reese's pieces

Reese's pieces

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Target diet: Keto

Reese's pieces · Keto

No, skip it.

Too high in carbs (64g/100g).

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

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On the label

Sugarpartially defatted peanutsvegetable fatspalmsaltemulsifierssoya lecithinsunflower lecithin

What we checked

Carbs (per 100g)64 g
Sugars (per 100g)60 g
Fat (per 100g)21 g

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
481 kcal
Fat
21 g
Saturated fat
17 g
high
Carbohydrates
64 g
Sugars
60 g
high
Protein
13 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)

Sugar, partially defatted peanuts, vegetable fats (tuy hydrogenated palm kernel, palm), salt, emulsifiers (soya lecithin, sunflower lecithin), rice starch, stabiliser (gum arabic), maltodextrin, glucose syrup, barley malt extract, red beet concentrate, colours (curcumin, carmine), glazing agents (carnauba wax, beeswax white).

Detailed analysis: why is Reese's pieces not keto?

Our analysis indicates that Reese's pieces 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 (64g/100g)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Sugar, partially defatted peanuts, vegetable fats (tuy hydrogenated palm kernel, palm), salt, emulsifiers (soya lecithin, sunflower lecithin), rice starch, stabiliser (gum arabic), maltodextrin, glucose syrup, barley malt extract, red beet concentrate, colours (curcumin, carmine), glazing agents (carnauba wax, beeswax white).. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Reese's pieces contains 481 calories per 100g, with 13g of protein, 21g of fat, and 64g of carbohydrates (60g 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 Reese's pieces Keto?

No, Reese's pieces is generally not Keto because it contains Too high in carbs (64g/100g).

Does Reese's pieces contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Sugar, partially defatted peanuts, vegetable fats (tuy hydrogenated palm kernel, palm), salt, emulsifiers (soya lecithin, sunflower lecithin), rice st...

What are the nutritional facts of Reese's pieces?

Reese's pieces contains 481 calories per 100g, with 13g of protein, 64g of carbohydrates, and 21g of fat.

How much sugar is in Reese's pieces?

Reese's pieces lists 60 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 Reese's pieces ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Reese's pieces is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Reese's pieces on a Keto diet?

No, Reese's pieces is not recommended for a Keto diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Keto-certified alternatives.