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Instant Hot Chocolate
Instant Hot Chocolate by Cadbury provides 400 kcal per 100 g, with 60.7 g of sugars and 8.6 g of protein. That is 34% more sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Instant chocolate powders category and comes in a 300g pack. 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 | 400 kcal | 112 kcal | 299 +34% | |
| Total fat | 7.5 g | 2.1 g | 3% | 5.5 +36% |
| Saturated fat | 5.4 g | 1.5 g | 8% | 3.2 +66% |
| Carbohydrates | 67.9 g | 19 g | 7% | 53.1 +28% |
| Total sugars | 60.7 g | 17 g | 45.5 +34% | |
| Added sugars | 49.3 g | 13.8 g | 28% | 45.8 +8% |
| Dietary fiber | 8.9 g | 2.5 g | 9% | 6.9 +30% |
| Protein | 8.6 g | 2.4 g | 5% | 6.9 +24% |
| Salt | 0.1 g | 0 g | 0.3 −82% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 678 Instant chocolate powders products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other instant chocolate powders
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 (e442), flavourings), anti-caking agent (e551), salt milk protein, acidity regulator (e501), flavourings (contain milk), thickener (e407), emulsifier (e471),
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 5
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 300g
- Serving size
- 1 serving (28 g)
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 7622201747558
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Instant Hot Chocolate?
Instant Hot Chocolate contains 400 kcal per 100 g and about 112 kcal per serving (1 serving (28 g)).
How much sugar is in Instant Hot Chocolate?
Instant Hot Chocolate has 60.7 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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