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BRB Shortcuts - Protein Wafer Bites
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This chocolate candy offers a significant amount of peanut butter, which is a good source of protein and healthy fats, but it also contains refined wheat flour and jaggery, contributing to its carbohydrate and sugar content. The presence of peanuts and wheat means it is unsuitable for individuals with peanut or wheat allergies, or celiac disease. While it includes beneficial cocoa solids, the overall nutritional profile should be considered in the context of a treat due to the added sugars and refined ingredients.
At a glance
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What’s favorable
- Cocoa Solids
- Milk Protein Concentrate
- Vanilla
Peanut-rich chocolate candy with refined ingredients and common allergens.
This chocolate candy is primarily made with peanut butter, providing protein and fats, but also contains refined wheat flour and jaggery, which contribute to its sugar and carbohydrate content. It is a major allergen source due to peanuts and wheat, making it unsuitable for those with related allergies or celiac disease. While it contains cocoa solids, it should be consumed as an occasional treat.
Declared allergens: Peanuts, Milk, Soy and Gluten
People with these allergies should avoid it and check the pack’s own allergen statement.
Based on the declared ingredient list. This is a risk only to people with the allergy, not a general-population safety issue, so it does not lower the safety score.
Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for food. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Saturated fat 1.3 g · trans fat 0 g per serving
Infants under 1
AvoidContains added sugar, which is not recommended for infants under 1 year of age.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitHigh added sugar content should be limited in the diets of young children, for dental health and to avoid establishing a preference for very sweet foods.
What's good
High peanut butter content (46%) provides protein and healthy fats.
Contains cocoa solids, which offer antioxidants and flavor.
Watch out for
Contains refined wheat flour and jaggery, contributing to added sugars and refined carbohydrates.
Refined coconut oil is high in saturated fat.
Contains multiple common allergens: peanuts, wheat, milk, and soy.
Ingredient Concerns safety database
Sources cited below may be Indian (FSSAI) or international (EU, US, WHO, IARC) — an international classification or law is evidence, not an Indian regulatory finding.
Peanuts
Peanut allergy is one of the most common and severe food allergies, capable of causing anaphylaxis — a potentially fatal allergic reaction. Even trace amounts (cross-contamination) can trigger reactions. Peanut allergy is usually lifelong and requires strict avoidance. Always carry an epinephrine auto-injector if allergic.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: FSSAI; FDA; Allergy & Asthma Network
Peanuts: regulation, sources and other products →Wheat Flour
Wheat and wheat-derived ingredients contain gluten, which triggers an autoimmune response in people with celiac disease, causing intestinal damage. People with non-celiac gluten sensitivity (NCGS) or wheat allergy must also avoid this ingredient. Labelled as a major allergen by FSSAI.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: FSSAI Food Labelling Regulations; Celiac Disease Foundation
Wheat Flour: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Peanuts are a major allergen and can cause life-threatening anaphylaxis in sensitive individuals. (Authority: FSSAI Labelling & Display Regulations 2020)
Refined wheat flour contains gluten, which is not suitable for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. (Authority: FSSAI Labelling & Display Regulations 2020)
Claim check
2 claims not supported by label dataFront-of-pack marketing claims checked against this product's actual ingredients and nutrition. "Can't verify" means the label does not provide enough information to check the claim — it is not the same as the claim being false.
The ingredients list 'Refined Wheat Flour', which is also known as Maida.
The label claims 16g protein, but the nutrition information shows 4.4g protein per 25g serving, which is 17.6g protein per 100g. While close to 16g per 100g, the claim is presented as a per-pack or per-serving amount, and 4.4g is significantly less than 16g.
The label states '24 BITES', but the number of pieces in the package cannot be verified from the provided information.
The label qualifies its sugar as unrefined, so the claim holds as printed. Note this is about the claim only — unrefined sugar still counts as added sugar, and the nutrition assessment treats it that way.
The product name states 'Protein Wafer Bites', and the nutrition information shows 4.4g of protein per serving, confirming it contains protein.
The ingredients list 'Peanut Butter (46%)' as the first ingredient, supporting the claim of being filled with peanut butter.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
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Peanut Butter 46%Peanut Butter (46%)
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Refined Wheat Flour
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Jaggery
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Cocoa Solids
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Milk Solids
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Milk Protein Concentrate
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Refined Coconut Oil
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Soy LecithinSoy Lecithin (E322)
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Salt
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Baking Soda
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Butter trace amountButter^
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VanillaVanilla^
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Chocolate Extract trace amountChocolate Extract^
Trace amounts: some named ingredients appear in token quantities or low in the list. At these concentrations a meaningful benefit is unlikely, and their front-of-pack prominence may not reflect their level in the formulation.
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
These are major food allergens named on the ingredient list. They are a risk only to people allergic to them — not a general-population safety issue — so they do not lower the safety score. Anyone with the allergy should avoid this product, and check the pack’s own allergen statement.
✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
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| Energy | 128.7 kcal |
| Protein | 4.4 g |
| Carbohydrate | 12.7 g |
| Total Sugars | 4 g |
| Added Sugars | 3.5 g |
| Total Fat | 6.7 g |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 27 mg |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
Colour shows the per-100g level (green = low, amber = moderate, red = high), calculated from the declared serving — this label prints per-serving figures only.
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What are the ingredients in BRB Shortcuts - Protein Wafer Bites?
The label of BRB Shortcuts - Protein Wafer Bites lists 13 ingredients, in label order: Peanut Butter, Refined wheat flour, Jaggery, Cocoa Solids, Milk Solids, Milk Protein Concentrate, Refined Coconut Oil, Soy lecithin, Salt, Baking Soda, Butter, Vanilla, Chocolate Extract. Flagged by the analysis: Refined Coconut Oil.
Is BRB Shortcuts - Protein Wafer Bites safe to eat?
BRB Shortcuts - Protein Wafer Bites scores 6.3/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This chocolate candy is primarily made with peanut butter, providing protein and fats, but also contains refined wheat flour and jaggery, which contribute to its sugar and carbohydrate content. It is a major allergen source due to peanuts and wheat, making it unsuitable for those with related allergies or celiac disease. While it contains cocoa solids, it should be consumed as an occasional treat.
Why does BRB Shortcuts - Protein Wafer Bites score 6.3/10?
Flagged in the score: Refined coconut oil is high in saturated fat. Also noted: Contains refined wheat flour and jaggery, contributing to added sugars and refined carbohydrates. Contains multiple common allergens: peanuts, wheat, milk, and soy.
Who should avoid BRB Shortcuts - Protein Wafer Bites?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Peanut allergy; Wheat allergy; Celiac disease; Gluten sensitivity; Milk allergy / lactose intolerance.
Is BRB Shortcuts - Protein Wafer Bites suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does BRB Shortcuts - Protein Wafer Bites contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains peanuts (Peanut Butter), milk (Milk Solids, Milk Protein Concentrate and Butter), soy (Soy lecithin) and gluten (Refined wheat flour). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does BRB Shortcuts - Protein Wafer Bites contain peanuts?
Yes — the ingredient list names Peanut Butter. People with groundnut (peanut) allergy should treat it as containing peanuts, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does BRB Shortcuts - Protein Wafer Bites contain milk?
Yes — the ingredient list names Milk Solids, Milk Protein Concentrate and Butter. People with milk allergy / lactose intolerance should treat it as containing milk, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does BRB Shortcuts - Protein Wafer Bites contain soy?
Yes — the ingredient list names Soy lecithin. People with soy allergy should treat it as containing soy, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does BRB Shortcuts - Protein Wafer Bites contain gluten?
Yes — the ingredient list names Refined wheat flour. People with gluten / wheat sensitivity (coeliac disease) should treat it as containing gluten, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
How much sugar is in BRB Shortcuts - Protein Wafer Bites?
16 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 14 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Are the claims on the BRB Shortcuts - Protein Wafer Bites pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 6 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "NO MAIDA" — false. "16G PROTEIN" — misleading. "24 BITES" — can't be verified from the label.
Is BRB Shortcuts - Protein Wafer Bites vegetarian?
BRB Shortcuts - Protein Wafer Bites is marked vegetarian.
Answers are generated from this product's own Decode Label analysis — the score, the ingredient list and the label claims shown above. Always check the pack itself for allergen and dietary information.
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