shortcake biscuits fully coated in milk chocolate (79%)
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Target diet: Palm Oil Free
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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. 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 Butter, Dried Whole Milk, Wheatflour (with Wheatflour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Cocoa Mass, Dried Whey (Milk), Palm Oil, Dried Skimmed Milk, Emulsifier: Soya Lecithin, Glucose Syrup, Salt, Golden Syrup (Invert Sugar Syrup), Raising Agent: E450, Sodium Bicarbonate, E503, Flavourings. Milk Chocolate contains Cocoa Solids 28% minimum, Milk Solids 16% minimum.
Detailed analysis: why is shortcake biscuits fully coated in milk chocolate (79%) not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that shortcake biscuits fully coated in milk chocolate (79%) 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, Cocoa Butter, Dried Whole Milk, Wheatflour (with Wheatflour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Cocoa Mass, Dried Whey (Milk), Palm Oil, Dried Skimmed Milk, Emulsifier: Soya Lecithin, Glucose Syrup, Salt, Golden Syrup (Invert Sugar Syrup), Raising Agent: E450, Sodium Bicarbonate, E503, Flavourings. Milk Chocolate contains Cocoa Solids 28% minimum, Milk Solids 16% minimum.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
shortcake biscuits fully coated in milk chocolate (79%) contains 522.7 calories per 100g, with 6.4g of protein, 26.7g of fat, and 61.6g of carbohydrates (48.4g 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 shortcake biscuits fully coated in milk chocolate (79%) Palm Oil Free?
No, shortcake biscuits fully coated in milk chocolate (79%) contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm oil.
Does shortcake biscuits fully coated in milk chocolate (79%) contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Dried Whole Milk, Wheatflour (with Wheatflour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Cocoa Mass, Dried Whey (Milk), Palm Oil...
What are the nutritional facts of shortcake biscuits fully coated in milk chocolate (79%)?
shortcake biscuits fully coated in milk chocolate (79%) contains 522.7 calories per 100g, with 6.4g of protein, 61.6g of carbohydrates, and 26.7g of fat.
How much sugar is in shortcake biscuits fully coated in milk chocolate (79%)?
shortcake biscuits fully coated in milk chocolate (79%) lists 48.4 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 shortcake biscuits fully coated in milk chocolate (79%) ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, shortcake biscuits fully coated in milk chocolate (79%) is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Does shortcake biscuits fully coated in milk chocolate (79%) contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of shortcake biscuits fully coated in milk chocolate (79%). If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.