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Jaffa Cakes
- Barcode
50168989- Category
- Jaffa cakes
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
At a glance
Jaffa Cakes (McVities) is a product in the category “Jaffa cakes”. It provides 376 kcal (1,589 kJ) per 100 g. Its sugar content is close to the median of its category. It contains 32% less saturated fat than the median product in its category. It contains 275% more salt than the median product in its category. Its ingredient list contains 14 additives: E100 - Curcumin, E322 - Lecithins, E322i - Lecithin, E330 - Citric acid, E331 - Sodium citrates, and E422 - Glycerol. It is sold in United Kingdom.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrition facts | Per 100 g / 100 ml | % RI* |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 1,589 kJ / 376 kcal | 19% |
| Fat | 8.1 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 4 g | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 70 g | 27% |
| Sugars | 50 g | 56% |
| Added sugars | 72 g | |
| Polyols | 26 g | |
| Starch | 6.5 g | |
| Fibre | 2.1 g | 8% |
| Protein | 5 g | 10% |
| Salt | 0.68 g | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 25 mg | |
| Alcohol | 0 % vol | |
| Vitamin A | 13 µg | |
| Vitamin D | 0.54 µg | |
| Vitamin E | 0.29 mg | |
| Vitamin C | 0.35 mg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.15 µg | |
| Calcium | 20 mg | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | |
| Magnesium | 46 mg | |
| Potassium | 180 mg | |
| Zinc | 0.82 mg | |
| Fruits, vegetables & legumes | 0.75 % |
*Reference intake of an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal).
Compared with similar products
Median values of 240 products in the category “Jaffa cakes”.
Ingredients
Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Dark Chocolate (19%) [Sugar, Cocoa Mass, Vegetable Fats (Palm, Shea), Butter Oil (Milk), Cocoa Butter, Emulsifiers (Soya Lecithin, E476), Natural Flavouring], Sugar, Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Whole Egg, Water, Dextrose, Concentrated Orange Juice, Glucose Syrup, Vegetable Oils (Sunflower, 100g SERVING Palm), Humectant (Glycerine), Acid (Citric Acid), Gelling Agent (Pectin), Raising Agents (Disodium Diphosphate, Ammonium Bicarbonate, Sodium Bicarbonate), Dried Whole Egg, Acidity Regulator (Sodium Citrates), Natural Orange Flavouring, Colour (Curcumin), Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin). Product contains the equivalent of 8% orange juice.
Allergens
Additives
- E100 - Curcumin
- E322 - Lecithins
- E322i - Lecithin
- E330 - Citric acid
- E331 - Sodium citrates
- E422 - Glycerol
- E440 - Pectins
- E450 - Diphosphates
- E450i - Disodium diphosphate
- E476 - Polyglycerol polyricinoleate
- E500 - Sodium carbonates
- E500ii - Sodium hydrogen carbonate
- E503 - Ammonium carbonates
- E503ii - Ammonium hydrogen carbonate
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Jaffa Cakes?
Jaffa Cakes contains 376 kcal per 100 g.
Is Jaffa Cakes vegan?
No. The ingredient list of Jaffa Cakes contains at least one animal-derived ingredient.
Does Jaffa Cakes contain palm oil?
Yes, the ingredient list of Jaffa Cakes includes palm oil or a palm-derived ingredient.
Which additives does Jaffa Cakes contain?
Jaffa Cakes contains E100 - Curcumin, E322 - Lecithins, E322i - Lecithin, E330 - Citric acid, E331 - Sodium citrates, E422 - Glycerol, E440 - Pectins, E450 - Diphosphates, E450i - Disodium diphosphate, E476 - Polyglycerol polyricinoleate, E500 - Sodium carbonates, E500ii - Sodium hydrogen carbonate, E503 - Ammonium carbonates, and E503ii - Ammonium hydrogen carbonate.
Which allergens are in Jaffa Cakes?
According to Open Food Facts, the label of Jaffa Cakes lists these allergens: Milk. Always check the package.
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