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Instant Hot chocolate
Instant Hot chocolate by Cadbury provides 398 kcal per 100 g, with 61 g of sugars and 8.4 g of protein. That is 246% 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 Hot beverages category. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 398 kcal | 154 +158% |
| Total fat | 7.5 g | 4 +89% |
| Saturated fat | 5.2 g | 2.5 +110% |
| Carbohydrates | 69 g | 24.1 +187% |
| Total sugars | 61 g | 17.6 +246% |
| Added sugars | 49.3 g | 15 +228% |
| Dietary fiber | 8.8 g | 6.2 +42% |
| Protein | 8.4 g | 4.6 +84% |
| Salt | 0.9 g | 1.2 −24% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 153 Hot beverages products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other hot beverages
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sugar, fat-reduced cocoa powder (15%), whey powder (from milk), glucose syrup, skimmed milk powder, palm oil, soluble maize fibre, milk chocolate (3.5%) (milk, sugar, cocoa butter, cocoa mass, vegetable fats (palm, shea), emulsifier (442), flavourings), anti-caking agent (E551), salt, milk protein acidity regulator (E501), flavourings (contain milk), thickener (E407), emulsifier (E471). немаку ASPOON cuitable Store in a dry place. Protect from heat. For best before date see lid. for Sualde COCOR & PARTNERING WITH FAIRTRADE FOUNDATION WWW.COCOALIFE.ORG e 300g
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 5
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Labels & certifications
- Cocoa Life
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 7622201729325
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Instant Hot chocolate?
Instant Hot chocolate contains 398 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Instant Hot chocolate?
Instant Hot chocolate has 61 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Instant Hot chocolate 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.
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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