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Rich Fruit Cake
Rich Fruit Cake by Waitrose provides 342 kcal per 100 g, with 48.4 g of sugars and 4.5 g of protein. That is 49% 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 Fruit cakes category and comes in a 500 g pack. Contains: eggs, gluten, milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 342 kcal | 374 −9% |
| Total fat | 9.9 g | 15 −34% |
| Saturated fat | 5.9 g | 4.9 +20% |
| Carbohydrates | 56.8 g | 54.1 +5% |
| Total sugars | 48.4 g | 32.5 +49% |
| Added sugars | 8.3 g | 16.5 −50% |
| Protein | 4.5 g | 5.1 −12% |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0.6 −10% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 447 Fruit cakes products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other fruit cakes
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sultanas (47%), wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), butter (milk), pasteurised free range egg, sugar, glacé cherries (5%) (cherries, glucose-fructose syrup, fruit and vegetable concentrates (carrot, aronia), acidity regulator (citric acid)), glucose syrup, humectant (vegetable glycerol), currants, barley malt extract, molasses, salt, ground cinnamon, raising agents (calcium phosphates, potassium carbonate), rapeseed oil.
- Allergens
- EggsGlutenMilk
Additives 5
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 500 g
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5000169061701
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Rich Fruit Cake?
Rich Fruit Cake contains 342 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Rich Fruit Cake?
Rich Fruit Cake has 48.4 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Rich Fruit Cake 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 Rich Fruit Cake vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Rich Fruit Cake contain?
According to the label data it contains: Eggs, Gluten, Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated September 4, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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