Special K Protein Shake

by Special K in Beverages Barcode 0038000528910
Poor nutritional quality
Ultra-processed food

Special K Protein Shake by Special K provides 64 kcal per 100 ml, with 6.1 g of sugars and 5.1 g of protein. That is 45% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Beverages category. Contains: milk, soybeans.

Nutrient levels per 100 ml

Fat
1.7 g · Moderate
Saturated fat
0.2 g · Low
Sugars
6.1 g · Moderate
Salt
0.2 g · Moderate

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds for drinks.

Nutrition facts

Serving size: 1 Bottle (296 ml)

Nutrient Per 100 ml Per serving% DV* Category avg
Calories 64 kcal 190 kcal 88 −27%
Total fat 1.7 g 5 g 6% 1.9 −12%
Saturated fat 0.2 g 0.5 g 3% 1.1 −84%
Carbohydrates 8.1 g 24 g 9% 12.9 −37%
Total sugars 6.1 g 18 g 11 −45%
Added sugarsUSDA 3.7 g 11 g 22% 4.8 −24%
Dietary fiber 1.7 g 5 g 18% 0.8 +115%
Protein 5.1 g 15 g 30% 2.9 +77%
Salt 0.2 g 0.7 g 0.3 −7%

*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 22479 Beverages products on Foodmetria.

Serving size and added sugars from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from February 2026. Other values: Open Food Facts.

Compared with other beverages

Calories higher 25%
Sugars higher 39%
Salt higher 14%
Saturated fat higher 22%
Protein top 11%
Fiber top 9%

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

Ingredients

Water, nonfat milk, soy protein isolate, sugar, contains 2% or less of canola oil, polydextrose, cocoa processed with alkali, natural and artificial flavors, gellan gum, caramel color, cellulose gum, potassium citrate, dipotassium phosphate, sucralose, acesulfame potassium. vitamins and minerals: magnesium phosphate, tricalcium phosphate, vitamin c (sodium ascorbate), vitamin e acetate, vitamin a palmitate, niacinamide, iron (ferric pyrophosphate), calcium pantothenate, zinc sulfate, vitamin d3, manganese sulfate, vitamin k1, vitamin b1 (thiamin hydrochloride), vitamin b6 pyridoxine hydrochloride), vitamin b2 (riboflavin), potassium iodide, chromium chloride, sodium selenite, folic acid, sodium molybdate, biotin, vitamin b12.

Palm oil freeNot vegan
Allergens
MilkSoybeans

Additives 12

Moderate overexposure risk
High overexposure risk
High overexposure risk
potassium iodide

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

Product details

Serving size
1 Bottle (296 ml)
Sold in
United States
Barcode
0038000528910

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Special K Protein Shake?

Special K Protein Shake contains 64 kcal per 100 ml and about 190 kcal per serving (1 Bottle (296 ml)).

How much sugar is in Special K Protein Shake?

Special K Protein Shake has 6.1 g of sugars per 100 ml, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Special K Protein Shake healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of D (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 Special K Protein Shake vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.

What allergens does Special K Protein Shake contain?

According to the label data it contains: Milk, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated January 24, 2023. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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