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Ginger nuts
Ginger nuts by McVitie's provides 461 kcal per 100 g, with 28.9 g of sugars and 2.3 g of protein. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Biscuits category and comes in a 250g pack. Contains: gluten.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 portion (100 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 461 kcal | 461 kcal | 457 | |
| Total fat | 16.5 g | 16.5 g | 21% | 20.3 −19% |
| Saturated fat | 7.8 g | 7.8 g | 39% | 8.8 −12% |
| Carbohydrates | 71.3 g | 71.3 g | 26% | 64 +11% |
| Total sugars | 28.9 g | 28.9 g | 28.6 | |
| Added sugars | 26.4 g | 26.4 g | 53% | 18.5 +43% |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 2.3 g | 5% | 6.8 −66% |
| Salt | 0.9 g | 0.9 g | 0.7 +34% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 23209 Biscuits products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other biscuits
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium, Iron, Niacin Thiamin), Sugar, Palm Oil, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Molasses, Raising Agents (Sodium Bicarbonate, Disodium Diphosphate), Ground Ginger, Salt, Natural Lemon, Ginger Flavouring
- Allergens
- Gluten
Additives 4
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 250g
- Serving size
- 1 portion (100 g)
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5000168006338
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Ginger nuts?
Ginger nuts contains 461 kcal per 100 g and about 461 kcal per serving (1 portion (100 g)).
How much sugar is in Ginger nuts?
Ginger nuts has 28.9 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Ginger nuts 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.
What allergens does Ginger nuts contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 20, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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