pop tarts

pop tarts

Kellogg's · all Kellogg's products checked

Target diet: Vegan

pop tarts · Vegan

No, skip it.

gelatin, and 1 more.

  • gelatin
  • beef

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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Deciding ingredient

gelatin

On the label

wheat flourglucose syrupdextrosesugarpalm oilinvert sugar syrupwheat starchsalt

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientsgelatin, beef
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
400 kcal
Fat
10 g
Saturated fat
9.8 g
high
Carbohydrates
72.9 g
Sugars
60 g
high
Fibre
4 g
Protein
3.8 g
Salt
1.7 g
high

Per 100 g this product is high 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)

wheat flour, glucose syrup, dextrose, sugar, palm oil, invert sugar syrup, wheat starch, salt, dried strawberry and apple pieces(strawberries, apples, sugar, gelling agent (pectin)), colours(beetroot red, annatto, paprika extract), raising agents(sodium hydrogen carbonate, diphosphates, calcium phosphate), citric acid, acidity regulator(sodium citrate), beef gelatin, modified starch, stabiliser(xanthan gum), emulsifier(soy lecithin), brown rice syrup, vegetable juice concentrates (beetroot, carrot), niacin, iron, vitamin b1 (thiamin), vitamin b2 (riboflavin), folic acid.

Detailed analysis: why is pop tarts not vegan?

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

  • gelatin
  • beef

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: wheat flour, glucose syrup, dextrose, sugar, palm oil, invert sugar syrup, wheat starch, salt, dried strawberry and apple pieces(strawberries, apples, sugar, gelling agent (pectin)), colours(beetroot red, annatto, paprika extract), raising agents(sodium hydrogen carbonate, diphosphates, calcium phosphate), citric acid, acidity regulator(sodium citrate), beef gelatin, modified starch, stabiliser(xanthan gum), emulsifier(soy lecithin), brown rice syrup, vegetable juice concentrates (beetroot, carrot), niacin, iron, vitamin b1 (thiamin), vitamin b2 (riboflavin), folic acid.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

pop tarts contains 400 calories per 100g, with 3.8g of protein, 10g of fat, and 72.9g of carbohydrates (60g 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 pop tarts Vegan?

No, pop tarts is generally not Vegan because it contains gelatin, beef.

Does pop tarts contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: wheat flour, glucose syrup, dextrose, sugar, palm oil, invert sugar syrup, wheat starch, salt, dried strawberry and apple pieces(strawberries, apples,...

What are the nutritional facts of pop tarts?

pop tarts contains 400 calories per 100g, with 3.8g of protein, 72.9g of carbohydrates, and 10g of fat.

How much sugar is in pop tarts?

pop tarts lists 60 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 pop tarts ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, pop tarts is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat pop tarts on a Vegan diet?

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