Jaffa Cakes

jaffa-cakes

Why this score

• High in sugar, saturated fatFSA traffic lights per 100g: high sugar, saturated fat (−1.0).

Ingredients (20)

• 3SugarHighly refined; major contributor to added sugars in diet.
• 3Glucose-fructose syrupHighly processed sweetener, high glycemic index
• 7Orange juice from concentrateNatural fruit juice, some processing but retains nutrients
• 5Wheat flourWhole grain flour base; minimally processed staple ingredient.
• 9Cocoa MassGround cocoa solids; minimally processed, antioxidant-rich.
• 9Liquid whole eggWhole food, excellent protein and nutrient source
• 4Palm OilHighly saturated fat; environmental and health concerns.
• 8Cocoa butterNatural fat from cocoa; minimally processed, acceptable.
• 6SorbitolSugar alcohol, low calorie, generally safe in normal amounts
• 7PectinNatural polysaccharide from fruit, supports digestion, minimally processed
• 7Citric acidNatural preservative from citrus, safe, widely used, minimal health concerns
• 6Sodium carbonateFood-grade alkali, safe additive for leavening in normal amounts
• 6DiphosphateLeavening agent, safe in regulated food use, minimal concern
• 8Whey powder milkConcentrated protein source, minimal processing, nutrient-dense
• 8LecithinNatural emulsifier from eggs or soy, supports nutrient absorption
• 6Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acidsCommon emulsifier, generally safe, slightly processed
• 8Natural orange flavoringDerived from natural sources, no artificial components
• 8Natural vanilla flavoringNatural source flavoring, minimally processed and safe
• 6SaltCommon ingredient; moderate sodium content in product per label.
• 6Wheat starchRefined carbohydrate; acceptable but lacks nutritional density.

Allergens

Contains: eggs, gluten, milk, soy

Declared on the product label. Anything not listed here simply wasn't declared - that is not the same as being free from it. Always check the packaging.