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Mr Kipling French Fancy nutrition: sugar, calories, saturated fat, fibre and more
How much sugar is in Mr Kipling French Fancy? Each slice weighs 28g and contains 11.2g of free sugar. Two slices deliver 22.4g of free sugar, 93% 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 (28g)
11.2g
sugar
110
kcal
1.3g
sat fat
11.2g free sugar. 47% of the daily limit for a child aged 7 to 10.
2 slices
2 slices
2 slices (56g)
22.4g
sugar
220
kcal
2.6g
sat fat
22.4g free sugar. 93% of the daily limit for a child aged 7 to 10.
Full pack
Full pack (9 slices)
252g entire pack
100.8g
sugar
990
kcal
11.7g
sat fat
100.8g free sugar in the full pack. 336% of the adult daily limit of 30g.
Sugar
Mr Kipling Mr Kipling French Fancy contains 11.2g of free sugar per slice. Each slice weighs 28g. Two slices deliver 22.4g of free sugar and 220 calories. The Mr Kipling French Fancy is a small fondant-covered sponge with a cream filling. Over 40% of its weight is sugar from the fondant coating.
All added sugar in Mr Kipling French Fancy 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 11.2g per slice, Mr Kipling French Fancy is among the higher-sugar options in this guide. Two slices deliver 22.4g of free sugar, which is 118% of the daily limit for a child aged 4 to 6 and 93% for a child aged 7 to 10.
Because each Mr Kipling French Fancy is a single 28g 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 French Fancy is one of the higher-sugar items in this guide
Mr Kipling Mr Kipling French Fancy contains 11.2g of free sugar per slice (28g). Two slices deliver 22.4g of free sugar, 93% of the daily limit for a child aged 7 to 10 and 118% for a child aged 4 to 6. The Mr Kipling French Fancy is a small fondant-covered sponge with a cream filling. Over 40% of its weight is sugar from the fondant coating.
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 French Fancy (22.4g sugar)
Age
Daily limit
2 slices
Age 4 to 6
19g
118%
Age 7 to 10
24g
93%
Age 11 and over
30g
75%
Adult
30g
75%
Source: NHS/SACN free sugar guidelines (2015). Red = High (over 75% of daily limit). Amber = Moderate (20 to 74%).
Calories
Each Mr Kipling French Fancy contains 110 calories. Two slices deliver 220 calories. The full pack of 9 pieces contains 990 calories.
For a child aged 4 to 6, two slices represent approximately 15% 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 French Fancy by quantity
1 slice
110 kcal
2 slices
220 kcal
110 kcal per slice.
Saturated fat
Mr Kipling French Fancy contains 1.3g of saturated fat per slice. Two slices deliver 2.6g of saturated fat, 13% 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 French Fancy 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 French Fancy contains 1g of protein per slice. Two slices provide 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%
Protein1g of 24g target
4%
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 French Fancy 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 French Fancy 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 French Fancy 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 French Fancy contains 0.12g of salt per slice. Two slices contain 0.2g 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 French Fancy weighs 28g and contains 11.2g of free sugar. Two slices deliver 22.4g of free sugar, 93% of the daily limit for a child aged 7 to 10.
Per slice: 11.2g sugar, 110 kcal, 1.3g saturated fat, 0.12g salt, 0.2g fibre, 1g protein. Per two slices: 22.4g sugar, 220 kcal, 2.6g saturated fat.
Each Mr Kipling French Fancy contains 1.3g of saturated fat. Two slices deliver 2.6g, 13% of the adult daily guideline. For a child aged 7 to 10 whose guideline is 13g, two slices deliver 20%.
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 3 slices.
No. Mr Kipling French Fancy 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 French Fancy 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 11.2g per slice, Mr Kipling French Fancy 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.
