Ingredients, colour-coded
What needs attention
- DoubtfulE476 · Polyglycerol polyricinoleate (PGPR)
The castor oil part is plant-based; the glycerol part can be animal-derived. Common in chocolate.
- DoubtfulVanilla extract
Vanilla extract is made with a high proportion of alcohol. Scholars differ on whether the alcohol that remains in the finished food is acceptable. Vanilla pods, vanilla powder and alcohol-free vanilla flavouring contain no added alcohol.
- DoubtfulFlavourings
The word "flavouring" does not say what a flavour is made from or dissolved in. Most are plant-based or synthetic, but some are carried in alcohol or glycerol of unstated source, and a few contain animal ingredients. Doubtful unless the pack says plant-based or alcohol-free, or shows a halal logo.
- DoubtfulE471 · Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids
One of the most common doubtful additives. Halal if the pack says plant/vegetable origin or is halal-certified or vegan.
- DoubtfulEmulsifier (source not stated)
The word "emulsifier" does not say which one is used. Several emulsifiers, including E471, are made from glycerol and fatty acids that can come from plants or animal fat, and the pack rarely says which. Doubtful unless the pack names a plant source, or shows a vegetarian, vegan or halal label.
- DoubtfulWhey
Whey comes from cheese making, so the rennet question applies: pig rennet is prohibited, rennet from a correctly slaughtered animal is permitted, and rennet from an animal that was not slaughtered is disputed. The pack rarely says which rennet was used. Doubtful unless it came from cheese made with microbial rennet, or the product has a halal logo.
Full ingredient list
Condensed Skimmed Milk, Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Milk Protein, Sweeteners: Xylitol, Steviol Glycosides from Stevia; Bulking Agent: Polydextrose; Whipping Cream (Milk), Wheat Flour, Cocoa Mass², Butter Oil (Milk), Vegetable Oils in Varying Proportions (Sunflower, Rapeseed, Soya), Glucose Syrup, Margarine (Palm Oil, Water), Coconut Fat, Emulsifiers: Mono - and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids, Lecithins (Soya, Rapessed, Sunflower), Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate; Stabilisers: Locust Bean Gum, Guar Gum, Carrageenan; Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder?, Bourbon Vanilla Extract, Natural Flavourings, Whey Powder (Milk), Raising Agents: Sodium Carbonates, Ammonium Carbonates; Caramelised Sugar Syrup, Salt.
What to check on this pack
The first ingredient listed is condensed skimmed milk and the list has 24 named ingredients. No halal or dietary label appears in the product data. 6 of the named ingredients need a closer look:
- E476 (Polyglycerol polyricinoleate (PGPR)) (doubtful): The castor oil part is plant-based; the glycerol part can be animal-derived. Common in chocolate. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the e476 (polyglycerol polyricinoleate (pgpr)).
- vanilla extract (doubtful): Vanilla extract is made with a high proportion of alcohol. Scholars differ on whether the alcohol that remains in the finished food is acceptable. Vanilla pods, vanilla powder and alcohol-free vanilla flavouring contain no added alcohol. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the vanilla extract.
- flavourings (doubtful): The word "flavouring" does not say what a flavour is made from or dissolved in. Most are plant-based or synthetic, but some are carried in alcohol or glycerol of unstated source, and a few contain animal ingredients. Doubtful unless the pack says plant-based or alcohol-free, or shows a halal logo. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the flavourings.
- E471 (Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids) (doubtful): One of the most common doubtful additives. Halal if the pack says plant/vegetable origin or is halal-certified or vegan. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the e471 (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids).
- emulsifier (source not stated) (doubtful): The word "emulsifier" does not say which one is used. Several emulsifiers, including E471, are made from glycerol and fatty acids that can come from plants or animal fat, and the pack rarely says which. Doubtful unless the pack names a plant source, or shows a vegetarian, vegan or halal label. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the emulsifier (source not stated).
- whey (doubtful): Whey comes from cheese making, so the rennet question applies: pig rennet is prohibited, rennet from a correctly slaughtered animal is permitted, and rennet from an animal that was not slaughtered is disputed. The pack rarely says which rennet was used. Doubtful unless it came from cheese made with microbial rennet, or the product has a halal logo. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the whey.
Gelatelli Protein Ice Bar Cookies & Cream: pack details
| Pack size | 250 gram |
|---|---|
| Sold at | Lidl |
| Sold in | United Kingdom |
| Contains (allergens) | gluten, milk, soybeans |
| May contain | eggs, nuts, peanuts |
| Additives | E1200, E322, E407, E410, E412, E471, E476, E500, E503, E960, E967 |
| Nutri-Score | D |
| NOVA group | 4 (an ultra-processed food) |
From the Open Food Facts record for this barcode. NOVA is a food-processing scale from 1 to 4 based on the ingredient list, and Nutri-Score runs from A (better) to E. Neither says anything about halal status.
What we found about Gelatelli and halal
Gelatelli is a Lidl brand: Open Food Facts records the product we checked as sold at Lidl. Our products from this brand are ice cream, including a mini ice cream mix and a protein ice bar. Ice cream can contain gelatine or alcohol-based flavourings, so read each list.
Sources: Open Food Facts: Gelatelli product page. More on Gelatelli
Is Gelatelli Protein Ice Bar Cookies & Cream vegetarian or vegan?
Gelatelli Protein Ice Bar Cookies & Cream is not labelled vegetarian or vegan. No meat or gelatine is listed, but it contains milk or egg, so it is not vegan; some additives can still be animal-derived.
More on this type of food: Cakes & desserts: what to check · all Gelatelli products checked
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Frequently asked questions
Does Gelatelli Protein Ice Bar Cookies & Cream contain pork?
No pork is listed in the ingredients. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Gelatelli Protein Ice Bar Cookies & Cream contain gelatine?
No gelatine is listed. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Gelatelli Protein Ice Bar Cookies & Cream contain alcohol?
No alcohol is listed. Flavourings can occasionally be carried in alcohol, which most scholars accept.
Is Gelatelli Protein Ice Bar Cookies & Cream halal-certified?
We found no halal label for Gelatelli Protein Ice Bar Cookies & Cream. See the ingredient check above for what needs attention.
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Ingredient data from Open Food Facts (ODbL), retrieved 2026-10-15. Product photos by Open Food Facts contributors, licensed CC BY-SA 3.0. Recipes change — always check the pack. This is an ingredient check, not a halal certification.