Blueberry & Raspberry Chunky Oat…
A wholegrain-oat-based biscuit with a short, recognisable ingredient list and no artificial additives, but held back by palm oil and added sugars.
Ingredients (13)
Wholegrain Oats (63%)
Wholegrain oats are the main ingredient and a good source of fibre, particularly beta-glucan, which supports cholesterol management and digestion. Contains gluten via cross-contact or as declared allergen on the label (oats are emphasised in the declaration).
Sustainable Palm Fruit Oil
ControversialPalm oil is high in saturated fat, which should be limited for heart health. The 'sustainable' claim addresses some environmental concerns, though palm oil sourcing remains debated.
Demerara Sugar
It is a minimally refined cane sugar but nutritionally is still free sugar, with negligible mineral benefit over white sugar. Fine in moderation.
Blueberries (3.5%) (Blueberry, Sugar, Sunflower Oil)
Real fruit pieces contribute some antioxidants and flavour. Added sugar and sunflower oil (a coating to prevent sticking) are in small quantities.
Tapioca Starch
A common, gluten-free starch used for texture and binding. It's a refined carbohydrate but present in modest amounts.
Partially Inverted Refiners Syrup
A sugar syrup made of sucrose, glucose and fructose, used for sweetness and moisture. It adds to free sugar intake with no nutritional benefit.
Lyle's Golden Syrup
An invert sugar syrup providing sweetness and chewiness. Like other syrups, it counts as free sugar and should be limited.
Sodium Bicarbonate
E500(ii)A common raising agent that is safe at typical food levels, with a minor sodium contribution.
Ammonium Bicarbonate
E503(ii)A traditional raising agent that fully decomposes into gases during baking, leaving no meaningful residue. It is considered safe.
Raspberry Pieces (1%) (Raspberry, Apple Juice Concentrate, Apple Powder, Citrus Pectin)
Fruit-based pieces bound with apple concentrate and pectin, a natural fibre gelling agent. Apple juice concentrate adds a little sugar, but the quantity is tiny.
Currants (1%) (Currants, Sunflower Oil)
Dried fruit with a light sunflower oil coating. It contributes small amounts of fibre and natural flavour.
Sea Salt
Used as a flavour enhancer in small amounts. Salt content in sweet biscuits is typically modest.
Natural Flavouring
ControversialA non-specific term for flavour extracts from natural sources. Generally safe, but the exact composition isn't disclosed.
Healthier alternatives
Provides the same wholegrain oat benefits with no added sugar or palm oil.
Find on AmazonOften has less added sugar and uses unsaturated fats from nuts and seeds.
Find on AmazonAmmonium bicarbonate, or 'baker's ammonia', was used for centuries before modern baking powder and fully evaporates as gas during baking, which is why it works well in crisp, dry biscuits.