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Fairy Cakes
Fairy Cakes by Asda provides 423 kcal per 100 g, with 25 g of sugars and 4.2 g of protein. That is 21% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Cakes category. Contains: eggs, gluten, milk, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 Fairy Cake (21 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 423 kcal | 89 kcal | 389 +9% | |
| Total fat | 21 g | 4.4 g | 6% | 18.2 +16% |
| Saturated fat | 2.3 g | 0.5 g | 3% | 7.4 −69% |
| Carbohydrates | 53 g | 11.1 g | 4% | 51.9 |
| Total sugars | 25 g | 5.3 g | 31.8 −21% | |
| Added sugars | 18.4 g | 3.9 g | 8% | 24.2 −24% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.9 g | 0.2 g | 1% | 1.8 −50% |
| Protein | 4.2 g | 0.9 g | 2% | 4.7 −11% |
| Salt | 0.4 g | 0.1 g | 0.7 −34% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 9263 Cakes products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other cakes
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Fortified Wheat Flour [Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin (B3), Thiamin (B1)], Sugar, Rapeseed Oil, Pasteurised Whole Egg, Humectant (Glycerol), Raising Agents (Diphosphates, Sodium Carbonates, Calcium Phosphates, Potassium Carbonates), Emulsifiers (Polyglycerol Esters of Fatty Acids, Mono - and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids), Dextrose, Modified Maize Starch, Preservative (Potassium Sorbate), Acidity Regulator (Citric Acid), Stabiliser (Xanthan Gum), Milk Protein, Pea Protein, Soya Protein Isolate, Whey Powder (Mill Salt, Soya Flour, Flavouring.
- Allergens
- EggsGlutenMilkSoybeans
Additives 9
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 Fairy Cake (21 g)
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5063089443507
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Fairy Cakes?
Fairy Cakes contains 423 kcal per 100 g and about 89 kcal per serving (1 Fairy Cake (21 g)).
How much sugar is in Fairy Cakes?
Fairy Cakes has 25 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Fairy Cakes healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (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 Fairy Cakes vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Fairy Cakes contain?
According to the label data it contains: Eggs, Gluten, Milk, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated September 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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