Perfectly moist red velvet
Duncan Hines · all Duncan Hines products checked
Target diet: Palm Oil Free
No, skip it.
palm oil, and 1 more.
- palm oil
- palm shortening
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is low in saturated fat, high in sugars, high 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, enriched bleached wheat flour (flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), emulsified palm shortening (palm oil, propylene glycol mono - and diesters of fats and fatty acids, mono - and diglycerides, sodium stearoyl lactylate), cocoa powder processed with alkali, leavening (sodium bicarbonate, dicalcium phosphate, sodium aluminum phosphate, monocalcium phosphate), wheat starch, dextrose, salt, colored with (red 40), cellulose gum, xanthan gum.
Detailed analysis: why is Perfectly moist red velvet not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that Perfectly moist red velvet 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 shortening
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Sugar, enriched bleached wheat flour (flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), emulsified palm shortening (palm oil, propylene glycol mono - and diesters of fats and fatty acids, mono - and diglycerides, sodium stearoyl lactylate), cocoa powder processed with alkali, leavening (sodium bicarbonate, dicalcium phosphate, sodium aluminum phosphate, monocalcium phosphate), wheat starch, dextrose, salt, colored with (red 40), cellulose gum, xanthan gum.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Perfectly moist red velvet contains 395 calories per 100g, with 4.7g of protein, 4.7g of fat, and 81.4g of carbohydrates (39.5g 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 Perfectly moist red velvet Palm Oil Free?
No, Perfectly moist red velvet contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm oil, palm shortening.
Does Perfectly moist red velvet contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Sugar, enriched bleached wheat flour (flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), emulsified palm shortening (palm oil...
What are the nutritional facts of Perfectly moist red velvet?
Perfectly moist red velvet contains 395 calories per 100g, with 4.7g of protein, 81.4g of carbohydrates, and 4.7g of fat.
How much sugar is in Perfectly moist red velvet?
Perfectly moist red velvet lists 39.5 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 Perfectly moist red velvet ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Perfectly moist red velvet is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Does Perfectly moist red velvet contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Perfectly moist red velvet. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.