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Jaffa Cakes
Jaffa Cakes by Centra provides 374 kcal per 100 g, with 47 g of sugars and 3.4 g of protein. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Jaffa cakes category and comes in a 300 g pack. Contains: eggs, gluten.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 374 kcal | 378 |
| Total fat | 10 g | 9.7 |
| Saturated fat | 5.7 g | 5.4 +5% |
| Carbohydrates | 66 g | 68.2 |
| Total sugars | 47 g | 49.8 −6% |
| Added sugars | 64.9 g | 53.5 +21% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.6 g | 2.1 +23% |
| Protein | 3.4 g | 3.6 −6% |
| Salt | 0.2 g | 0.2 |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 378 Jaffa cakes products on Foodmetria.
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Ingredients
Sugar, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Dark Chocolate (17%) [Cocoa Mass, Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Emulsifier (Sunflower Lecithin)], Water, Wheat Flour, Humectants (Glycerol, Sorbitol), Pasteurised Egg, Palm Fat, Concentrated Orange Juice (2%), Acidity regulators (Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate), Gelling Agent (Pectin), Wheat Starch, Tapioca Starch, Emulsifier (Mono-and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids), Raising Agents (Ammonium Carbonate, Sodium Carbonate), Flavouring, Emulsifier (Sunflower Lecithin), Salt. Allergy Advice: For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see highlighted ingredients. May also contain traces of Peanuts, Soya, Milk, Nuts and Sesame Seeds. No artificial colours or flavourings.
- Allergens
- EggsGluten
- May contain traces
- MilkNutsPeanutsSesame seedsSoybeans
Additives 12
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 300 g
- Labels & certifications
- No artificial flavorsGreen DotNo artificial colorsNo artificial colours or flavours
- Sold in
- Ireland
- Barcode
- 5099839637575
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Jaffa Cakes?
Jaffa Cakes contains 374 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Jaffa Cakes?
Jaffa Cakes has 47 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Jaffa Cakes 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 Jaffa Cakes vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Jaffa Cakes contain?
According to the label data it contains: Eggs, Gluten. It may also contain traces of milk, nuts, peanuts, sesame seeds, soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 2, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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