Is Jacob's® Jaffa Cakes Vegetarian?

This product may or may not be vegetarian as it lists 4 ingredients that could derive from meat or fish depending on the source. We recommend contacting the manufacturer directly to confirm.

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Why it's a maybe for vegetarian

diglycerides of fatty acids
humectant
glycerol
polyglycerol polyricinoleate

diglycerides of fatty acids

Dietitian note

Fatty acid (e470, caprylic adi, lauric acid, myristic acid or palmitic acid) can come from animal, plant sources. If the label does not provide a source, we recommend calling the manufacturer.

Note by Rhyan Geiger, RDN

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Ingredients

Glucose-fructose Syrup, Sugar, Dark Chocolate (15%)[Sugar, Cocoa Mass, Cocoa Butter, Vegetable Fats (Palm, Shea in Varying Proportions), Emulsifiers (Soya Lecithin, Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate), Flavouring], Wheat Flour, Eggs, Water, Potato Starch, Humectant [Glycerol], Rapeseed Oil, Acidity Regulator [Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Sodium Citrates], Concentrated Orange Juice and Orange Base Concentrate (0.5%), Gelling Agent [Pectins], Concentrated Multifruit Juice, Flavourings, Salt, Maltodextrin, Raising Agent [Ammonium Carbonates], Colour [Carotenes], Antioxidant [Ascorbic Acid], Stabilizer [Guar Gum], Emulsifier [Mono-and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids].For Allergens, Including Cereals Containing Gluten, See Ingredients in Bold.

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What is a Vegetarian diet?

A vegetarian diet eliminates meat, poultry, and fish but typically includes dairy, eggs, and plant-based foods. People adopt it for ethical, environmental, or health reasons. This diet emphasizes fruits, vegetables, legumes, grains, nuts, and seeds as key nutrient sources. Vegetarians often get protein from eggs, tofu, beans, and lentils. It can offer health benefits such as reduced risk of heart disease and improved weight management, though attention should be given to nutrients like iron, zinc, and vitamin B12. With proper planning, a vegetarian diet can be both nutritionally complete and sustainable.

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VeganNo

No. This product is not vegan as it lists 1 ingredient that derives from animals and 4 ingredients that could could derive from animals depending on the source.

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Dairy FreeYes

Yes! We believe this product is dairy free as there are no dairy ingredients listed on the label.

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