Shortcake
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Shortcake by Freeway scores 7/10 for Heart Health based on low saturated fat.
Shortcake by Freeway provides 417 calories, 5.2g protein, 15.6g fat, and 62.5g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 1.2g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Heart Health, Bone Health health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠High sugar content (39.6g per 100g) — significant portion of daily recommended limit.
- ⚠Calorie-dense at 417 kcal per 100g — be mindful of portion sizes.
Deep Analysis
Shortcake by Freeway is calorie-dense at 417 kcal per 100g — 78% above the sodas category average of 235. Standout protein at 5.2g per 100g — 1642% above average. Sugar is a concern at 39.6g per 100g (252% above category average).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 417 kcal per 100g (category avg: 235)
- •Protein: 5.2g per 100g (category avg: 0.3g)
- •Sugars: 39.6g per 100g (category avg: 11.2g)
- •Fiber: 1.0g per 100g (category avg: 1.6g)
- •Saturated fat: 1.6g per 100g
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for those who need quick energy or aren't calorie-restricted. Not ideal for blood sugar management or low-sugar diets.
Watch Out
- ⚠Sugar content of 39.6g per 100g is high — check your portion size to stay within daily limits.
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Shortcake doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for lower-sugar options in the same category, less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the sodas category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
Enriched unbleached flour (unbleached wheat flour, folic acid, niacin, reduced iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin), butter (cream, natural flavor), sugar, buttermilk, cream, apple, palm shortening, baking powder (sodium bicarbonate, sodium acid pyrophosphate, corn starch, monocalcium phosphate), nutmeg, rolled oat, salt, potassium bitartrate.