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Mr Kipling Angel Slice nutrition: sugar, calories, saturated fat, fibre and more
How much sugar is in Mr Kipling Angel Slice? Each slice weighs 30g and contains 12g of free sugar. Two slices deliver 24g of free sugar, 100% of the daily limit for a child aged 7 to 10.
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Sugar, calories and saturated fat by portion
The figures below show total sugar, calories and saturated fat for one to two slices, and for the full pack.
Single slice
1 slice
1 slice (30g)
12g
sugar
121
kcal
1.6g
sat fat
12g free sugar. 50% of the daily limit for a child aged 7 to 10.
2 slices
2 slices
2 slices (60g)
24g
sugar
242
kcal
3.2g
sat fat
24g free sugar. 100% of the daily limit for a child aged 7 to 10.
Full pack
Full pack (6 slices)
180g entire pack
72g
sugar
726
kcal
9.6g
sat fat
72g free sugar in the full pack. 240% of the adult daily limit of 30g.
Sugar
Mr Kipling Mr Kipling Angel Slice contains 12g of free sugar per slice. Each slice weighs 30g. Two slices deliver 24g of free sugar and 242 calories. The Angel Slice is a sponge with a pink fondant topping and coconut. At 12g of sugar per slice, two slices would exceed the daily limit for a child aged 4 to 6.
All added sugar in Mr Kipling Angel Slice counts as free sugar under NHS guidelines. Sugar from jam, chocolate, caramel, fondant or iced toppings all counts in the same way as sugar added to the sponge itself.
At 12g per slice, Mr Kipling Angel Slice is among the higher-sugar options in this guide. Two slices deliver 24g of free sugar, which is 126% of the daily limit for a child aged 4 to 6 and 100% for a child aged 7 to 10.
Because each Mr Kipling Angel Slice is a single 30g slice rather than a small cake, it is realistically eaten one or two at a time rather than three or four. The figures in this guide use two as the reference quantity for that reason.
Mr Kipling Angel Slice is one of the higher-sugar items in this guide
Mr Kipling Mr Kipling Angel Slice contains 12g of free sugar per slice (30g). Two slices deliver 24g of free sugar, 100% of the daily limit for a child aged 7 to 10 and 126% for a child aged 4 to 6. The Angel Slice is a sponge with a pink fondant topping and coconut. At 12g of sugar per slice, two slices would exceed the daily limit for a child aged 4 to 6.
NHS recommended daily free sugar limits
Age 4 to 6No more than 19g per day
Age 7 to 10No more than 24g per day
Age 11 and overNo more than 30g per day
Source: NHS. Free sugars include all added sugars and do not include sugars naturally present in whole fruit, vegetables, or milk.
The table below shows two slices as a percentage of the daily free sugar limit for each age group.
Free sugar as % of daily NHS limit: 2 Mr Kipling Angel Slice (24g sugar)
Age
Daily limit
2 slices
Age 4 to 6
19g
126%
Age 7 to 10
24g
100%
Age 11 and over
30g
80%
Adult
30g
80%
Source: NHS/SACN free sugar guidelines (2015). Red = High (over 75% of daily limit). Amber = Moderate (20 to 74%).
Calories
Each Mr Kipling Angel Slice contains 121 calories. Two slices deliver 242 calories. The full pack of 6 pieces contains 726 calories.
For a child aged 4 to 6, two slices represent approximately 17% of their estimated daily calorie requirement. The calorie figure alone does not capture the full nutritional picture; the sugar and saturated fat content are equally important to consider.
Calories: Mr Kipling Angel Slice by quantity
1 slice
121 kcal
2 slices
242 kcal
121 kcal per slice.
Saturated fat
Mr Kipling Angel Slice contains 1.6g of saturated fat per slice. Two slices deliver 3.2g of saturated fat, 16% of the adult daily guideline of 20g.
The saturated fat content is moderate for a cake. As with most cakes, the fat comes from the sponge, pastry and any icing or filling components.
Recommended daily maximum saturated fat intake
Age 4 to 6No more than 10g per day
Age 7 to 10No more than 13g per day
Age 11 to 17No more than 17g per day
AdultNo more than 20g per day
Source: NHS/SACN dietary fat guidelines. Saturated fat consumption is linked to raised LDL cholesterol and cardiovascular disease risk.
Fibre
Mr Kipling Angel Slice contains 0.2g of fibre per slice. Two slices provide 0.4g of fibre, a small contribution toward the adult daily target of 30g.
Most cakes made from refined flour and sponge are low in fibre. If increasing fibre intake is a priority, oat-based or wholegrain options typically offer more.
Protein
Mr Kipling Angel Slice contains 1.1g of protein per slice. Two slices provide 2.2g of protein. Cakes are not a significant protein source; protein in a child's diet comes primarily from dairy, meat, fish, eggs and pulses.
Fibre and protein per slice
Fibre0.2g of 30g target
1%
Protein1.1g of 24g target
5%
Adult fibre target: 30g per day (SACN). Child protein target shown: 24g per day (guide for a 7 to 10 year old).
Ingredients and processing
Mr Kipling Angel Slice is made from refined flour, sugar and fat-based components such as sponge, fondant, jam or buttercream, and falls into NOVA group 4 under the food processing classification system used in nutrition research.
Ingredients
Mr Kipling Angel Slice is made from refined flour rather than whole grain. This is typical of most cakes and is reflected in the low fibre content of 0.2g per slice. The bran and germ layers of the grain that contain most of the naturally occurring fibre are removed during the refining process.
Processing (NOVA classification)
Mr Kipling Angel Slice falls into NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. This reflects the combination of refined flour, sugar, fats and flavourings used in the sponge, plus the fondant, buttercream, jam or marzipan components and the industrial processes used to assemble and finish the cake. NOVA group 4 applies to the vast majority of packaged cakes and bakery items.
Salt
Mr Kipling Angel Slice contains 0.13g of salt per slice. Two slices contain 0.3g of salt. Salt is not the primary nutritional concern for most cakes; the sugar and saturated fat content are more significant.
Frequently asked questions
Each Mr Kipling Angel Slice weighs 30g and contains 12g of free sugar. Two slices deliver 24g of free sugar, 100% of the daily limit for a child aged 7 to 10.
Per slice: 12g sugar, 121 kcal, 1.6g saturated fat, 0.13g salt, 0.2g fibre, 1.1g protein. Per two slices: 24g sugar, 242 kcal, 3.2g saturated fat.
Each Mr Kipling Angel Slice contains 1.6g of saturated fat. Two slices deliver 3.2g, 16% of the adult daily guideline. For a child aged 7 to 10 whose guideline is 13g, two slices deliver 25%.
A child aged 4 to 6 (19g daily limit) would reach their limit at 2 slices. A child aged 7 to 10 (24g limit) would reach their limit at 2 slices.
No. Mr Kipling Angel Slice is made from refined flour and sponge rather than whole grain. The fibre content is low at 0.2g per slice.
Yes. Under the NOVA classification system, Mr Kipling Angel Slice falls into group 4, ultra-processed foods. This applies to the majority of packaged cakes and reflects the combination of refined ingredients, added sugar and industrial processing involved in their manufacture.
At 12g per slice, Mr Kipling Angel Slice is toward the higher end of packaged cakes and bakery items. Many shop-bought cakes and tarts fall in a similar 10 to 20g sugar per slice range, driven by sponge, jam, icing and fillings.
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Nutrition data from UK product labels and manufacturer nutrition declarations. Daily limits: NHS/SACN free sugar guidelines (2015); SACN dietary fat guidelines; SACN fibre and protein Dietary Reference Values. For guidance only, not medical advice.
