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Instant Hot Chocolate
Instant Hot Chocolate by Sainsbury's provides 389 kcal per 100 g, with 58.6 g of sugars and 11.4 g of protein. That is 80% more sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Instant beverages category. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 serving (28 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 389 kcal | 109 kcal | 278 +40% | |
| Total fat | 6.8 g | 1.9 g | 2% | 4.3 +57% |
| Saturated fat | 5.7 g | 1.6 g | 8% | 2.6 +123% |
| Carbohydrates | 68.6 g | 19.2 g | 7% | 52.1 +32% |
| Total sugars | 58.6 g | 16.4 g | 32.5 +80% | |
| Added sugars | 16.8 g | 4.7 g | 9% | 23.9 −30% |
| Dietary fiber | 4.6 g | 1.3 g | 5% | 5.9 −22% |
| Protein | 11.4 g | 3.2 g | 6% | 5.7 +99% |
| Salt | 0.2 g | 0 g | 0.9 −81% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 433 Instant beverages products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other instant beverages
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Ingredients
Whey Powder (Cows' Milk), Sugar (2 Cows' Milk Powder (15%), Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder Syrup, Coconut Oil, Flavouring, Thickener: Xanthan Gum, St Potassium Phosphate. Fairtrade cocoa and sugar: mass balance is used to match Fairtrade sourcing, total 38% Visit info.fairtrade.net/sourcing
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 serving (28 g)
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 01682731
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Instant Hot Chocolate?
Instant Hot Chocolate contains 389 kcal per 100 g and about 109 kcal per serving (1 serving (28 g)).
How much sugar is in Instant Hot Chocolate?
Instant Hot Chocolate has 58.6 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Instant Hot Chocolate healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Instant Hot Chocolate vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Instant Hot Chocolate contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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