Carrot cake

by The co-operative in Carrot cakes Barcode 5000128729451
Bad nutritional quality
Ultra-processed food

Carrot cake by The co-operative provides 390 kcal per 100 g, with 34.4 g of sugars and 3.5 g of protein. That is 18% 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 Carrot cakes category. Contains: eggs, gluten, milk, nuts.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
18.5 g · High
Saturated fat
3.2 g · Moderate
Sugars
34.4 g · High
Salt
0.5 g · Moderate

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 390 kcal 380
Total fat 18.5 g 18.5
Saturated fat 3.2 g 4.5 −29%
Carbohydrates 50.9 g 48.1 +6%
Total sugars 34.4 g 29.1 +18%
Added sugars 10.7 g 25.6 −58%
Dietary fiber 2.2 g 2.4 −7%
Protein 3.5 g 4.9 −29%
Salt 0.5 g 0.6 −14%

Category average across 79 Carrot cakes products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other carrot cakes

Calories higher 44%
Sugars higher 23%
Salt lower 44%
Saturated fat lower 35%
Protein top 84%
Fiber top 40%

Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.

Ingredients

Carrots (17%), Dark Brown Sugar, Sugar, Rapeseed Oil, Fortified Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Egg (Free Range), Medium Fat Soft Cheese (Milk), Wholemeal Wheat Flour, Humectant (Glycerol-Vegetable), Butter (Milk), Egg White (Free Range), Cornflour, Nibbed Walnuts (1%), Golden Syrup, Raising Agents (Diphosphates, Potassium hydrogen carbonate, Sodium hydrogen carbonate), Mixed Spice (Coriander, Cinnamon, Ginger, Nutmeg, Fennel, Cloves, Cardamom), Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Preservative (Potassium sorbate). Allergy Advice For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. Also, may contain other nuts, soya.

Palm oil freeNot vegan
Allergens
EggsGlutenMilkNuts
May contain traces
NutsSoybeans

Additives 6

High overexposure risk
High overexposure risk

Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.

Product details

Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
5000128729451

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Carrot cake?

Carrot cake contains 390 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Carrot cake?

Carrot cake has 34.4 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Carrot cake 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 Carrot cake vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.

What allergens does Carrot cake contain?

According to the label data it contains: Eggs, Gluten, Milk, Nuts. It may also contain traces of soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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