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Bacon
Bacon by Black Forest provides 429 kcal per 100 g, with 7.1 g of sugars and 28.6 g of protein. That is 286% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Prepared meats category. Contains: gelatin.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 slice cooked (14 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 429 kcal | 60 kcal | 250 +71% | |
| Total fat | 28.6 g | 4 g | 5% | 17.1 +67% |
| Saturated fat | 10.7 g | 1.5 g | 8% | 6.9 +56% |
| Carbohydrates | 14.3 g | 2 g | 1% | 3.4 +315% |
| Total sugars | 7.1 g | 1 g | 1.8 +286% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.8 −100% |
| Protein | 28.6 g | 4 g | 8% | 21.5 +33% |
| Salt | 6.4 g | 0.9 g | 2.7 +142% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 6262 Prepared meats products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from December 2019. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other prepared meats
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
*coated with: brown sugar, gelatin, caramel color, corn starch, cocoa, dried coffee, spices. cured with: water, salt, sugar, sodium phosphates, sodium erythorbate, natural flavorings, sodium nitrite.
- Allergens
- Gelatin
Additives 4
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 slice cooked (14 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 4099100061826
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Bacon?
Bacon contains 429 kcal per 100 g and about 60 kcal per serving (1 slice cooked (14 g)).
How much sugar is in Bacon?
Bacon has 7.1 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Bacon healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Bacon vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Bacon contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gelatin. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated May 6, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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