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Mc Vitie's l'Original
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Mc Vitie's l'Original by McVitie's provides 479 kcal per 100 g, with 16.6 g of sugars and 7.1 g of protein. That is 33% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Shortbread cookies category and comes in a 400 g pack. Contains: gluten, milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 14,8 g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 479 kcal | 71 kcal | 479 | |
| Total fat | 21.3 g | 3.2 g | 4% | 22.7 −6% |
| Saturated fat | 2 g | 0.3 g | 2% | 12.6 −84% |
| Carbohydrates | 62.8 g | 9.3 g | 3% | 61.8 |
| Total sugars | 16.6 g | 2.5 g | 24.7 −33% | |
| Added sugars | 5.3 g | 0.8 g | 2% | 18.3 −71% |
| Dietary fiber | 3.6 g | 0.5 g | 2% | 3 +19% |
| Protein | 7.1 g | 1.1 g | 2% | 6.6 +8% |
| Salt | 1.3 g | 0.2 g | 0.6 +101% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2205 Shortbread cookies products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other shortbread cookies
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Farine de _froment_ (54%) - huile de tournesol - farine complète de _froment_ (16%) - sucre - sirop de sucre partiellement inverti - poudres à lever (carbonate acide de sodium, carbonate acide d'ammonium, acide tartrique, acide malique) - sel - _lait_ écrémé en poudre
- Allergens
- GlutenMilk
Additives 6
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 400 g
- Serving size
- 14,8 g
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianNo artificial flavorsNo coloringsGreen Dot
- Sold in
- France
- Barcode
- 5000168152615
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Mc Vitie's l'Original?
Mc Vitie's l'Original contains 479 kcal per 100 g and about 71 kcal per serving (14,8 g).
How much sugar is in Mc Vitie's l'Original?
Mc Vitie's l'Original has 16.6 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Mc Vitie's l'Original 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 Mc Vitie's l'Original vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Mc Vitie's l'Original contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 24, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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