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Dutch Shortcake
Dutch Shortcake by McVitie's provides 535 kcal per 100 g, with 29.3 g of sugars and 4.8 g of protein. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Biscuit with a dark chocolate bar covering category and comes in a 150 g pack. Contains: gluten, milk, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 biscuit (16.7 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 535 kcal | 89 kcal | 488 +10% | |
| Total fat | 29.9 g | 5 g | 6% | 23.8 +26% |
| Saturated fat | 15 g | 2.5 g | 13% | 14.2 +6% |
| Carbohydrates | 61.1 g | 10.2 g | 4% | 60.4 |
| Total sugars | 29.3 g | 4.9 g | 31.1 −6% | |
| Added sugars | 28.6 g | 4.8 g | 10% | 27.2 +5% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.2 g | 0.2 g | 1% | 4.5 −73% |
| Protein | 4.8 g | 0.8 g | 2% | 6.6 −28% |
| Salt | 0.6 g | 0.1 g | 0.5 +33% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 160 Biscuit with a dark chocolate bar covering products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other biscuit with a dark chocolate bar covering
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Wheat Flour, Vegetable Oils (Palm, Rapeseed), Sugar, Milk Chocolate (15%) [Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Cocoa Mass, Milk Solids, Emulsifier (Soy Lecithin), Natural Flavouring], Milk Solids, Salt, Raising Agents (Sodium Bicarbonate, 450 (i)), Dried Lemon Peel, Thickener (Modified Starch 1414), Natural Flavouring. Contains: Wheat, Gluten, Milk, Soy.
- Allergens
- GlutenMilkSoybeans
Additives 6
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 150 g
- Serving size
- 1 biscuit (16.7 g)
- Labels & certifications
- Health Star RatingHealth Star Rating 0.5
- Sold in
- Australia, United States
- Barcode
- 5000396057836
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Dutch Shortcake?
Dutch Shortcake contains 535 kcal per 100 g and about 89 kcal per serving (1 biscuit (16.7 g)).
How much sugar is in Dutch Shortcake?
Dutch Shortcake has 29.3 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Dutch Shortcake 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 Dutch Shortcake vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Dutch Shortcake contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Milk, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated June 10, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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