Shortbread

by McVitie's 200 g in Shortbread Barcode 5000168011424

Biscuits Pur Beurre - Shortbread

Nutri-Score
Bad nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Processed food
Green-Score
c
Environmental impact estimate

Shortbread by McVitie's provides 510 kcal per 100 g, with 15.8 g of sugars and 6.2 g of protein. That is 19% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Shortbread category and comes in a 200 g pack. Contains: gluten, milk.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
26.7 g · High
Saturated fat
16.6 g · High
Sugars
15.8 g · Moderate
Salt
0.8 g · Moderate

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 510 kcal 505
Total fat 26.7 g 26.4
Saturated fat 16.6 g 14.9 +11%
Carbohydrates 59.8 g 60.6
Total sugars 15.8 g 19.5 −19%
Added sugars 0 g 12 −100%
Dietary fiber 0 g 2.5 −100%
Protein 6.2 g 5.6 +11%
Salt 0.8 g 0.8 +8%

Category average across 349 Shortbread products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other shortbread

Calories lower 32%
Sugars lower 16%
Salt higher 18%
Saturated fat lower 47%
Protein top 25%
Fiber top 100%

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

Ingredients

Farine (farine de _blé_, calcium, fer, niacine, thiamine), _beurre_ (31 %) (_lait_), sucre sel, amidon de _blé_.

Palm oil freeNot veganMaybe vegetarian
Allergens
GlutenMilk
May contain traces
Sesame seedsSoybeans

Product details

Quantity
200 g
Labels & certifications
Pure butter
Sold in
France
Barcode
5000168011424

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Shortbread?

Shortbread contains 510 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Shortbread?

Shortbread has 15.8 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Shortbread healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

Is Shortbread vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.

What allergens does Shortbread contain?

According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Milk. It may also contain traces of sesame seeds, soybeans. 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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