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Shortbread
Shortbread by Sainsbury's provides 507 kcal per 100 g, with 19.9 g of sugars and 4.5 g of protein. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Shortbread category. Contains: gluten, milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 507 kcal | 505 |
| Total fat | 25.9 g | 26.4 |
| Saturated fat | 15.6 g | 14.9 +5% |
| Carbohydrates | 62.9 g | 60.6 |
| Total sugars | 19.9 g | 19.5 |
| Added sugars | 11.1 g | 12 −8% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.1 g | 2.5 −16% |
| Protein | 4.5 g | 5.6 −20% |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 0.8 −11% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 349 Shortbread products on Foodmetria.
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Ingredients
160g Fortified Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Niacin, Iron, Thiamin), Salted Butter (33%) (Butter (Cows' Milk), Salt), Sugar, Cornflour, Sea Salt, Raising Agent: Ammonium Carbonates. Allergy advice: For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. Also, not suitable for customers with an allergy to nuts or oats due to manufacturing methods. CBOX Recycle TRAY Recycle
- Allergens
- GlutenMilk
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Labels & certifications
- Vegetarian
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5063334014117
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Shortbread?
Shortbread contains 507 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Shortbread?
Shortbread has 19.9 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. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated September 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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