Tasties Custard Cream

Tasties Custard Cream

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Target diet: Palm Oil Free

Tasties Custard Cream · Palm Oil Free

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Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis.

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Deciding ingredient

Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis

On the label

FlourWheat FlourCalciumIronNiacinThiaminSugarVegetable Oil

What we checked

Palm oil in the ingredientsPalm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis
Open Food Facts analysisPalm oil flagged

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
489 kcal
Fat
21.5 g
Saturated fat
13.5 g
high
Carbohydrates
68.4 g
Sugars
30.6 g
high
Fibre
2 g
Protein
5.4 g
Salt
0.5 g

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)

Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Sugar, Vegetable Oil (Palm), Whey Solids (Milk), Glucose Syrup, Wheat Starch, Raising Agents (Ammonium Bicarbonate, Sodium Bicarbonate), Salt, Natural Flavouring, Colour (Carotenes). For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. May also contain Sesame Seeds.

Detailed analysis: why is Tasties Custard Cream not palm oil-free?

Our analysis indicates that Tasties Custard Cream 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, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Sugar, Vegetable Oil (Palm), Whey Solids (Milk), Glucose Syrup, Wheat Starch, Raising Agents (Ammonium Bicarbonate, Sodium Bicarbonate), Salt, Natural Flavouring, Colour (Carotenes). For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. May also contain Sesame Seeds.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Tasties Custard Cream contains 489 calories per 100g, with 5.4g of protein, 21.5g of fat, and 68.4g of carbohydrates (30.6g 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 Tasties Custard Cream Palm Oil Free?

No, Tasties Custard Cream contains palm oil: the ingredients list names Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis.

Does Tasties Custard Cream contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Sugar, Vegetable Oil (Palm), Whey Solids (Milk), Glucose Syrup, Wheat Starch, Raising Agents (Amm...

What are the nutritional facts of Tasties Custard Cream?

Tasties Custard Cream contains 489 calories per 100g, with 5.4g of protein, 68.4g of carbohydrates, and 21.5g of fat.

How much sugar is in Tasties Custard Cream?

Tasties Custard Cream lists 30.6 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 Tasties Custard Cream ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Tasties Custard Cream is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Does Tasties Custard Cream contain palm oil?

Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Tasties Custard Cream. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.