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Lighter ginger snaps
Lighter ginger snaps by Sainsbury's provides 413 kcal per 100 g, with 28.9 g of sugars and 7.2 g of protein. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Biscuits category and comes in a 25 biscuits, 250g pack. Contains: gluten.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 413 kcal | 457 −10% |
| Total fat | 7.5 g | 20.3 −63% |
| Saturated fat | 3.3 g | 8.8 −63% |
| Carbohydrates | 78.2 g | 64 +22% |
| Total sugars | 28.9 g | 28.5 |
| Added sugars | 21.6 g | 18.5 +16% |
| Dietary fiber | 4.4 g | 3.5 +26% |
| Protein | 7.2 g | 6.8 +6% |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0.7 −22% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 23338 Biscuits products on Foodmetria.
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Ingredients
fortified wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbon ate, iron, niacin, thiamin), sugar, palm oil, partially inverted refiners syrup, ground ginger, barley malt extract, emulsifier: mono - and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids
- Allergens
- Gluten
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 25 biscuits, 250g
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianVegan
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 00337229
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Lighter ginger snaps?
Lighter ginger snaps contains 413 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Lighter ginger snaps?
Lighter ginger snaps has 28.9 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Lighter ginger snaps healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (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 Lighter ginger snaps vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
What allergens does Lighter ginger snaps contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 5, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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