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milk, and 5 more.
- milk
- whey
- caseinate
- cheese
- buttermilk
- Milk (allergen data)
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, 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)
enriched corn meal (corn meal, ferrous sulfate, niacin, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), vegetable oil (corn, canola and/or sunflower oil), flamin' hot seasoning (matodextrin (made from com), salt, sugar, artificial color (red 40 lake, yellow 6 lake, yellow 6, yellow 5), monosodium glutamate, yeast extract, citric acid, sunflower oil, cheddar cheese [milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), hydrolyzed corn protein, onion powder, whey, natural flavor, garlic powder, whey protein concentrate, buttermilk, corn syrup solids, sodium diacetate, disodium inosinate, disodium guanylate, sodium caseinate, skim milk), contains ilk ingredients,
Detailed analysis: why is Flamin' Hot Puffs not vegan?
Our analysis indicates that Flamin' Hot Puffs is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:
- milk
- whey
- caseinate
- cheese
- buttermilk
- Milk (allergen data)
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: enriched corn meal (corn meal, ferrous sulfate, niacin, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), vegetable oil (corn, canola and/or sunflower oil), flamin' hot seasoning (matodextrin (made from com), salt, sugar, artificial color (red 40 lake, yellow 6 lake, yellow 6, yellow 5), monosodium glutamate, yeast extract, citric acid, sunflower oil, cheddar cheese [milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), hydrolyzed corn protein, onion powder, whey, natural flavor, garlic powder, whey protein concentrate, buttermilk, corn syrup solids, sodium diacetate, disodium inosinate, disodium guanylate, sodium caseinate, skim milk), contains ilk ingredients,. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Flamin' Hot Puffs contains 571 calories per 100g, with 3.6g of protein, 35.7g of fat, and 53.6g of carbohydrates.
What should you do?
If you are following a vegan diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer vegan-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 Flamin' Hot Puffs Vegan?
No, Flamin' Hot Puffs is generally not Vegan because it contains milk, whey, caseinate and others.
Does Flamin' Hot Puffs contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: enriched corn meal (corn meal, ferrous sulfate, niacin, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), vegetable oil (corn, canola and/or sunflower oil...
What are the nutritional facts of Flamin' Hot Puffs?
Flamin' Hot Puffs contains 571 calories per 100g, with 3.6g of protein, 53.6g of carbohydrates, and 35.7g of fat.
Is Flamin' Hot Puffs ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Flamin' Hot Puffs is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat Flamin' Hot Puffs on a Vegan diet?
No, Flamin' Hot Puffs is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.