Malted Milk vs 9 all-butter shortbread
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Malted Milk | 9 all-butter shortbread |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 488 kcal | 538 kcal |
| Fat | 21.2 g | 32 g |
| Saturated fat | 9.9 g | 21 g |
| Sugars | 16.6 g | 16 g |
| Salt | 0.6 g | 0.6 g |
| Fiber | 2 g | 4.2 g |
| Protein | 6.6 g | 6.2 g |
| Additives | 2 | 0 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Milk | Gluten, Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Malted Milk has 34% less fat (21.2 g vs 32 g).
- Malted Milk has 53% less saturated fat (9.9 g vs 21 g).
- 9 all-butter shortbread has 53% more fiber (4.2 g vs 2 g).
- 9 all-butter shortbread is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
Malted Milk
Wheat Flour (Wheat Flur, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Palm Oil, Sugar, BARLEY MALT EXTRACT (6%), Glucose Syrup, Whole Milk Powder, Raising Agents: Ammonium Carbonates, Sodium Carbonates; Salt, Flavouring.
9 all-butter shortbread
Fortified Wheat Flour [Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin (B3), Thiamin (B1)], Unsalted Butter (Milk) (39%), Sugar, Cornflour, Salt.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Malted Milk or 9 all-butter shortbread?
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Malted Milk has fewer calories: 488 kcal versus 538 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
9 all-butter shortbread has less sugar: 16 g versus 16.6 g per 100 g.