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Shortcake biscuits

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Nutri-Score E NOVA 4

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Shortcake biscuits by Waitrose

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Shortcake biscuits

by Waitrose in Biscuits Barcode 5000169072639
Nutri-Score
Bad nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Ultra-processed food
Green-Score
c
Environmental impact estimate

Shortcake biscuits by Waitrose provides 492 kcal per 100 g, with 16.9 g of sugars and 6.2 g of protein. That is 41% less 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 Biscuits category. Contains: gluten.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
22.8 g · High
Saturated fat
9.5 g · High
Sugars
16.9 g · Moderate
Salt
0.7 g · Moderate

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 492 kcal 457 +8%
Total fat 22.8 g 20.3 +12%
Saturated fat 9.5 g 8.8 +8%
Carbohydrates 64.6 g 64
Total sugars 16.9 g 28.5 −41%
Added sugars 11.7 g 18.5 −37%
Dietary fiber 1.8 g 3.5 −48%
Protein 6.2 g 6.8 −9%
Salt 0.7 g 0.7 +5%

Category average across 23309 Biscuits products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other biscuits

Calories higher 25%
Sugars lower 13%
Salt higher 38%
Saturated fat higher 40%
Protein top 55%
Fiber top 70%

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

Ingredients

Fortified wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), palm oil, sugar, sunflower oil, invert sugar syrup, salt, raising agent (ammonium hydrogen carbonate)

Contains palm oilMaybe veganMaybe vegetarian
Allergens
Gluten

Additives 2

Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.

Product details

Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
5000169072639

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Shortcake biscuits?

Shortcake biscuits contains 492 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Shortcake biscuits?

Shortcake biscuits has 16.9 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Shortcake biscuits 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.

What allergens does Shortcake biscuits contain?

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

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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