Peanut Butter Cups

Peanut Butter Cups

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Target diet: Vegan

Peanut Butter Cups · Vegan

No, skip it.

whey, and 2 more.

  • whey
  • caseinate
  • Milk (allergen data)

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Deciding ingredient

whey

On the label

WHEY PROTEIN ISOLATEERYTHRITOLUNSWEETENED CHOCOLATECOCOA BUTTERPEANUTSPALM KERNEL OILSOLUBLE CORN FIBERSEA SALT

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientswhey, caseinate, Milk (allergen data)
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
476 kcal
Fat
35.7 g
Saturated fat
23.8 g
high
Carbohydrates
31 g
Sugars
2.4 g
low
Fibre
9.5 g
Protein
26.2 g
Salt
0.7 g

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, low 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.

Ingredients (original text)

WHEY PROTEIN ISOLATE, ERYTHRITOL, UNSWEETENED CHOCOLATE, COCOA BUTTER, PEANUTS, PALM KERNEL OIL, SOLUBLE CORN FIBER, SODIUM CASEINATE. CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF THE FOLLOWING: LECITHIN (SUNFLOWER AND/OR SOY LECITHIN), SEA SALT, BUTTERFAT, NATURAL FLAVOR, PEANUT OIL, SUCRALOSE.

Detailed analysis: why is Peanut Butter Cups not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that Peanut Butter Cups is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • whey
  • caseinate
  • Milk (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: WHEY PROTEIN ISOLATE, ERYTHRITOL, UNSWEETENED CHOCOLATE, COCOA BUTTER, PEANUTS, PALM KERNEL OIL, SOLUBLE CORN FIBER, SODIUM CASEINATE. CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF THE FOLLOWING: LECITHIN (SUNFLOWER AND/OR SOY LECITHIN), SEA SALT, BUTTERFAT, NATURAL FLAVOR, PEANUT OIL, SUCRALOSE.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Peanut Butter Cups contains 476 calories per 100g, with 26.2g of protein, 35.7g of fat, and 31g of carbohydrates (2.4g of which is sugar).

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 Peanut Butter Cups Vegan?

No, Peanut Butter Cups is generally not Vegan because it contains whey, caseinate, Milk (allergen data).

Does Peanut Butter Cups contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: WHEY PROTEIN ISOLATE, ERYTHRITOL, UNSWEETENED CHOCOLATE, COCOA BUTTER, PEANUTS, PALM KERNEL OIL, SOLUBLE CORN FIBER, SODIUM CASEINATE. CONTAINS LESS T...

What are the nutritional facts of Peanut Butter Cups?

Peanut Butter Cups contains 476 calories per 100g, with 26.2g of protein, 31g of carbohydrates, and 35.7g of fat.

How much sugar is in Peanut Butter Cups?

Peanut Butter Cups lists 2.4 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as low in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (5 g or less per 100 g).

Can I eat Peanut Butter Cups on a Vegan diet?

No, Peanut Butter Cups is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.