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McVitie's Tasties Ginger Nut
McVitie's Tasties Ginger Nut provides 448 kcal per 100 g, with 33.6 g of sugars and 5.4 g of protein. That is 18% 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 Biscuits category and comes in a 300 grammes 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 | 448 kcal | 457 |
| Total fat | 14.7 g | 20.3 −27% |
| Saturated fat | 6.9 g | 8.8 −22% |
| Carbohydrates | 73.5 g | 64 +15% |
| Total sugars | 33.6 g | 28.5 +18% |
| Added sugars | 31.1 g | 18.6 +68% |
| Protein | 5.4 g | 6.8 −21% |
| Salt | 1 g | 0.7 +43% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 23452 Biscuits products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other biscuits
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
flour (wheat flour, calcium, iron, niacin, thiamin), sugar, glucose-fructose syrup, vegetable oil (palm), ground ginger, raising agents (sodium bicarbonate, disodium diphosphate), salt, lemon oil. for allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. best before 10.2g) no hydrogenated vegetable oil no artificial colours or flavours
- Allergens
- Gluten
Additives 4
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 300 grammes
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5000168188614
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in McVitie's Tasties Ginger Nut?
McVitie's Tasties Ginger Nut contains 448 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in McVitie's Tasties Ginger Nut?
McVitie's Tasties Ginger Nut has 33.6 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is McVitie's Tasties Ginger Nut 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.
What allergens does McVitie's Tasties Ginger Nut contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten. 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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