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Ginger Nuts
Ginger Nuts by McVitie's provides 505 kcal per 100 g, with 37 g of sugars and 4.4 g of protein. That is 30% 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 Biscuits category and comes in a 250 g pack. Contains: gluten.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 cookie (10.1 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 505 kcal | 51 kcal | 457 +11% | |
| Total fat | 23 g | 2.3 g | 3% | 20.3 +13% |
| Saturated fat | 8.3 g | 0.8 g | 4% | 8.8 −6% |
| Carbohydrates | 71 g | 7.2 g | 3% | 64 +11% |
| Total sugars | 37 g | 3.7 g | 28.6 +30% | |
| Added sugars | 27.4 g | 2.8 g | 6% | 18.5 +47% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 3.5 −100% |
| Protein | 4.4 g | 0.4 g | 1% | 6.8 −35% |
| Salt | 0.9 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 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, Vegetable Oil (Palm), Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Molasses, Raising Agents (Sodium Bicarbonate, Disodium Diphosphate), Ground Ginger, Salt, Natural Lemon and Ginger Flavouring.
- Allergens
- Gluten
Additives 4
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 250 g
- Serving size
- 1 cookie (10.1 g)
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianNo artificial flavorsNo artificial colorsNo artificial colours or flavoursNo hydrogenated vegetable oil
- Sold in
- France, Ireland, Spain, United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5000168164045
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Ginger Nuts?
Ginger Nuts contains 505 kcal per 100 g and about 51 kcal per serving (1 cookie (10.1 g)).
How much sugar is in Ginger Nuts?
Ginger Nuts has 37 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 June 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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