No, skip it.
palm oil, and 3 more.
- palm oil
- palm kernel
- palm kernel oil
- hydrogenated palm
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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 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.
Ingredients (original text)
SUGAR, ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON OR FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), PALM OIL, HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL, WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, GLYCERIN, COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, NONFAT MILK, DEFATTED SOY FLOUR, EGG YOLK, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, BAKING SODA, SOY LECITHIN, WHEY, SODIUM ALUMINUM PHOSPHATE, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, NATAMYCIN, SORBIC ACID, SODIUM PROPIONATE, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SALT, WHEAT STARCH, DEXTROSE, DEXTRIN, GUAR GUM, CELLULOSE GUM, ENZYMES, ANNATTO AND TURMERIC, KARAYA GUM, CITRIC ACID.
Detailed analysis: why is Donettes not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that Donettes 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
- palm kernel
- palm kernel oil
- hydrogenated palm
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: SUGAR, ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON OR FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), PALM OIL, HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL, WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, GLYCERIN, COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, NONFAT MILK, DEFATTED SOY FLOUR, EGG YOLK, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, BAKING SODA, SOY LECITHIN, WHEY, SODIUM ALUMINUM PHOSPHATE, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, NATAMYCIN, SORBIC ACID, SODIUM PROPIONATE, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SALT, WHEAT STARCH, DEXTROSE, DEXTRIN, GUAR GUM, CELLULOSE GUM, ENZYMES, ANNATTO AND TURMERIC, KARAYA GUM, CITRIC ACID.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Donettes contains 509 calories per 100g, with 4g of protein, 32g of fat, and 0g of carbohydrates (32g 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 Donettes Palm Oil Free?
No, Donettes contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm oil, palm kernel, palm kernel oil.
Does Donettes contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: SUGAR, ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON OR FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), PALM O...
What are the nutritional facts of Donettes?
Donettes contains 509 calories per 100g, with 4g of protein, 0g of carbohydrates, and 32g of fat.
How much sugar is in Donettes?
Donettes lists 32 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).
Does Donettes contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Donettes. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.