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Shortbread
Shortbread by Kerrygold provides 519 kcal per 100 g, with 18 g of sugars and 7.7 g of protein. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Shortbread category and comes in a 180g pack. Contains: gluten, milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 100g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 519 kcal | 519 kcal | 505 | |
| Total fat | 28.6 g | 28.6 g | 37% | 26.4 +8% |
| Saturated fat | 17.1 g | 17.1 g | 86% | 14.9 +15% |
| Carbohydrates | 57 g | 57 g | 21% | 60.6 −6% |
| Total sugars | 18 g | 18 g | 19.5 −8% | |
| Added sugars | 25 g | 25 g | 50% | 12 +108% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.7 g | 1.7 g | 6% | 2.5 −32% |
| Protein | 7.7 g | 7.7 g | 15% | 5.6 +37% |
| Salt | 0.9 g | 0.9 g | 0.8 +19% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 349 Shortbread products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other shortbread
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Ingredients
Weizenmehl (Weizenmehl, Kalzium, Eisen, Niacin, Thiamin), Zucker, Butter (30%), Salz, Backtriebmittel (Diphosphate, Natriumcarbonate), Vanilleextrakt.
- Allergens
- GlutenMilk
- May contain traces
- EggsNutsSoybeans
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 180g
- Serving size
- 100g
- Sold in
- Germany
- Barcode
- 5011038137656
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Shortbread?
Shortbread contains 519 kcal per 100 g and about 519 kcal per serving (100g).
How much sugar is in Shortbread?
Shortbread has 18 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 4 — ultra-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 eggs, nuts, soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 25, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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