Plain flour by Essentials

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Plain flour

by Essentials 1 kg in Baking Barcode 9300633332822
Nutri-Score
Very good nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Unprocessed or minimally processed
Green-Score
a
Environmental impact estimate

Plain flour by Essentials provides 354 kcal per 100 g, with 1.9 g of sugars and 10 g of protein. That is 92% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is A and it is classified as NOVA 1 (unprocessed or minimally processed). It is listed in the Baking category and comes in a 1 kg pack. Contains: gluten.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
1.3 g · Low
Saturated fat
0.9 g · Low
Sugars
1.9 g · Low
Salt
0 g · Low

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Serving size: 4 servings (250 g)

Nutrient Per 100 g Per serving% DV* Category avg
Calories 354 kcal 885 kcal 272 +30%
Total fat 1.3 g 3.3 g 4% 5.8 −78%
Saturated fat 0.9 g 2.3 g 12% 2.6 −65%
Carbohydrates 73.2 g 183 g 67% 50.2 +46%
Total sugars 1.9 g 4.8 g 23.8 −92%
Added sugars 0 g 0 g 0% 15.2 −100%
Dietary fiber 2.2 g 5.5 g 20% 7 −68%
Protein 10 g 25 g 50% 5.6 +77%
Salt 0 g 0 g 4.6 −100%

*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 48 Baking products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other baking

Calories higher 28%
Sugars lower 33%
Salt lower 11%
Saturated fat higher 45%
Protein top 13%
Fiber top 68%

Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.

Ingredients

Wheat Flour

Palm oil freeVeganVegetarian
Allergens
Gluten
May contain traces
Gluten

Product details

Quantity
1 kg
Serving size
4 servings (250 g)
Labels & certifications
Health Star RatingHealth Star Rating 4
Sold in
Australia
Barcode
9300633332822

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Plain flour?

Plain flour contains 354 kcal per 100 g and about 885 kcal per serving (4 servings (250 g)).

How much sugar is in Plain flour?

Plain flour has 1.9 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Plain flour healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of A (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 1 — unprocessed or minimally processed. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

Is Plain flour vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.

What allergens does Plain flour contain?

According to the label data it contains: Gluten. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated October 7, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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