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palm fat, and 3 more.
- palm fat
- palm kernel
- palm kernel oil
- palm kernel fat
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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)
Sugar, cocoa mass, rice flour (9.2%), skimmed milk powder, cocoa butter, palm kernel fat, palm fat, starch, whey permeate (milk), milk fat, glucose syrup, shea fat, barley malt extract, stabiliser (gum arabic), salt, dextrin, emulsifier (soya lecithin), dextrose, glazing agent (carnauba wax), colours (E100, carmine, E133, E160a, E160e, E170), flavouring, palm kernel oil. (May contain: peanuts, almonds, hazelnuts). Milk chocolate contains milk solids 14% minimum. Milk chocolate contains vegetable fats in addition to cocoa butter.
Detailed analysis: why is crispy m&ms not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that crispy m&ms 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 fat
- palm kernel
- palm kernel oil
- palm kernel fat
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Sugar, cocoa mass, rice flour (9.2%), skimmed milk powder, cocoa butter, palm kernel fat, palm fat, starch, whey permeate (milk), milk fat, glucose syrup, shea fat, barley malt extract, stabiliser (gum arabic), salt, dextrin, emulsifier (soya lecithin), dextrose, glazing agent (carnauba wax), colours (E100, carmine, E133, E160a, E160e, E170), flavouring, palm kernel oil. (May contain: peanuts, almonds, hazelnuts). Milk chocolate contains milk solids 14% minimum. Milk chocolate contains vegetable fats in addition to cocoa butter.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
crispy m&ms contains 484 calories per 100g, with 4.3g of protein, 21g of fat, and 64g of carbohydrates (64g 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 crispy m&ms Palm Oil Free?
No, crispy m&ms contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm fat, palm kernel, palm kernel oil.
Does crispy m&ms contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Sugar, cocoa mass, rice flour (9.2%), skimmed milk powder, cocoa butter, palm kernel fat, palm fat, starch, whey permeate (milk), milk fat, glucose sy...
What are the nutritional facts of crispy m&ms?
crispy m&ms contains 484 calories per 100g, with 4.3g of protein, 64g of carbohydrates, and 21g of fat.
How much sugar is in crispy m&ms?
crispy m&ms lists 64 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 crispy m&ms ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, crispy m&ms is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Does crispy m&ms contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of crispy m&ms. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.