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Instant Custard
Instant Custard by Sainsbury's provides 61 kcal per 100 g, with 3.7 g of sugars and 0.8 g of protein. That is 74% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Custards and pastry creams category. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 portion (24 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 61 kcal | 15 kcal | 149 −59% | |
| Total fat | 1.7 g | 0.4 g | 1% | 4.6 −63% |
| Saturated fat | 1.5 g | 0.4 g | 2% | 2.7 −45% |
| Carbohydrates | 10.6 g | 2.5 g | 1% | 23.9 −56% |
| Total sugars | 3.7 g | 0.9 g | 14.3 −74% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 11.2 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.2 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.6 −67% |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 0.2 g | 0% | 3 −73% |
| Salt | 0.3 g | 0.1 g | 0.2 +53% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 75 Custards and pastry creams products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other custards and pastry creams
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
whey powder (cows' milk), maltodextrin, modified maize starch, coconut oil, maize starch, cows' milk protein, flavouring, colour carotenes
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 portion (24 g)
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianNo added sugar
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 01029901
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Instant Custard?
Instant Custard contains 61 kcal per 100 g and about 15 kcal per serving (1 portion (24 g)).
How much sugar is in Instant Custard?
Instant Custard has 3.7 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Instant Custard healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (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 Instant Custard vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Instant Custard contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 28, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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