Chocolate Chip Shortbread
Highland Speciality · all Highland Speciality products checked
Target diet: Palm Oil Free
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palm oil.
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palm oil
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What we checked
This product on every diet
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat. 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)
WHEAT flour, Vegetable oil (palm oil, rapeseed oil), Sugar, Chocolate chips 5% (cocoa mass, sugar, SOYA lecithin, natural vanilla flavour), Full cream MILK powder, Cornflour, Salt, Butter (MILK), Natural butter flavour (MILK), Emulsifier E481, Raising agent sodium bicarbonate, Natural colouring (beta carotene).
Detailed analysis: why is Chocolate Chip Shortbread not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that Chocolate Chip Shortbread is likely not suitable for a palm oil-free diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:
- palm oil
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: WHEAT flour, Vegetable oil (palm oil, rapeseed oil), Sugar, Chocolate chips 5% (cocoa mass, sugar, SOYA lecithin, natural vanilla flavour), Full cream MILK powder, Cornflour, Salt, Butter (MILK), Natural butter flavour (MILK), Emulsifier E481, Raising agent sodium bicarbonate, Natural colouring (beta carotene).. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Chocolate Chip Shortbread contains 518 calories per 100g, with 5.2g of protein, 27.4g of fat, and 63g of carbohydrates (19.2g of which is sugar).
What should you do?
If you are following a palm oil-free diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer palm oil-free-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 Chocolate Chip Shortbread Palm Oil Free?
No, Chocolate Chip Shortbread contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm oil.
Does Chocolate Chip Shortbread contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: WHEAT flour, Vegetable oil (palm oil, rapeseed oil), Sugar, Chocolate chips 5% (cocoa mass, sugar, SOYA lecithin, natural vanilla flavour), Full cream...
What are the nutritional facts of Chocolate Chip Shortbread?
Chocolate Chip Shortbread contains 518 calories per 100g, with 5.2g of protein, 63g of carbohydrates, and 27.4g of fat.
How much sugar is in Chocolate Chip Shortbread?
Chocolate Chip Shortbread lists 19.2 g of sugar per 100 g.
Is Chocolate Chip Shortbread ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Chocolate Chip Shortbread is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Does Chocolate Chip Shortbread contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Chocolate Chip Shortbread. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.