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palm oil.
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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, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Wheatflour (contains (Gluten))· Cocoa Mass, Palm Oil · Pasteurised Free Range Egg · Concentrated Orange Juice, Cocoa Butter, Stabiliser: Sorbitol, Emulsifier: E471, Soya Lecithin, Sunflower Lecithin, Gelling Agent: Pectin · Acidity Regulator: Citric Acid, Dried Whey (Milk) · Orange Flavouring, Raising Agent: E450, Sodium Bicarbonate, Wheat Starch (contains Gluten) · Vanilla Flavouring for
Detailed analysis: why is Mini jaffa cakes not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that Mini jaffa cakes 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: Sugar, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Wheatflour (contains (Gluten))· Cocoa Mass, Palm Oil · Pasteurised Free Range Egg · Concentrated Orange Juice, Cocoa Butter, Stabiliser: Sorbitol, Emulsifier: E471, Soya Lecithin, Sunflower Lecithin, Gelling Agent: Pectin · Acidity Regulator: Citric Acid, Dried Whey (Milk) · Orange Flavouring, Raising Agent: E450, Sodium Bicarbonate, Wheat Starch (contains Gluten) · Vanilla Flavouring for. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Mini jaffa cakes contains 417 calories per 100g, with 4g of protein, 14.8g of fat, and 65.8g of carbohydrates (50.1g 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 Mini jaffa cakes Palm Oil Free?
No, Mini jaffa cakes contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm oil.
Does Mini jaffa cakes contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Sugar, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Wheatflour (contains (Gluten))· Cocoa Mass, Palm Oil · Pasteurised Free Range Egg · Concentrated Orange Juice, Cocoa Bu...
What are the nutritional facts of Mini jaffa cakes?
Mini jaffa cakes contains 417 calories per 100g, with 4g of protein, 65.8g of carbohydrates, and 14.8g of fat.
How much sugar is in Mini jaffa cakes?
Mini jaffa cakes lists 50.1 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 Mini jaffa cakes ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Mini jaffa cakes is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Does Mini jaffa cakes contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Mini jaffa cakes. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.