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Zitronenkuchen
Zitronenkuchen by busch provides 522 kcal per 100 g, with 39 g of sugars and 5.3 g of protein. That is 31% more 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 Lemon cake category and comes in a 1x pack. Contains: eggs, gluten, milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 522 kcal | 399 +31% |
| Total fat | 27 g | 18.9 +43% |
| Saturated fat | 3.9 g | 5.2 −26% |
| Carbohydrates | 64 g | 51.2 +25% |
| Total sugars | 39 g | 29.8 +31% |
| Added sugars | 41.9 g | 27.1 +54% |
| Protein | 5.3 g | 5 +7% |
| Salt | 1.4 g | 0.6 +153% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 77 Lemon cake products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other lemon cake
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Ingredients
Zucker, VOLLEI, Rapsöl, WEIZENstärke, WEIZENmehl, Wasser, Glukosesirup, Zitronenschalen mit Zucker 3% [Zucker, Zitronenschalen, modifizierte Stärke, Wasser, Säureregulator E330, Aroma], Aroma, SüßMOLKEnpulver, WEIZENgluten, Speisesalz, Karottenkonzentrat, Emulgator: E471, E481; modifizierte Stärke; Verdickungsmittel: E415, E440. Kann Spuren von Soja, Sesam, Erdnüsse, Schalenfrüchte, Gluten enthalten.
- Allergens
- EggsGlutenMilk
- May contain traces
- GlutenNutsPeanutsSesame seedsSoybeans
Additives 6
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 1x
- Labels & certifications
- Vegetarian
- Sold in
- Germany
- Barcode
- 4900000003666
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Zitronenkuchen?
Zitronenkuchen contains 522 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Zitronenkuchen?
Zitronenkuchen has 39 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Zitronenkuchen 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 Zitronenkuchen vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Zitronenkuchen contain?
According to the label data it contains: Eggs, Gluten, Milk. It may also contain traces of nuts, peanuts, sesame seeds, soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 31, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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