Ingredients, colour-coded
What needs attention
- 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.
Full ingredient list
Fortified Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin (B3), Thiamin (B1)), Water, Strawberry Pieces 7% (Concentrated Apple Purée, Strawberry Purée, Fructose Glucose Syrup, Humectant (Glycerol), Sugar, Wheat Fibre, Palm Fat, Gelling Agent (Pectin), Acidity Regulator (Malic Acid), Colouring (Fruit and Plant Concentrates (Concentrate of Carrot, Pumpkin, Blueberry)), Natural Flavouring), Sugar, Maize Starch, Strawberry Purée 5%, Partially Inverted Refiners Syrup, Malted Barley Flour 1%, Vegetable Fat (Rapeseed, Palm), Natural Flavourings, Salt, Yeast, Preservative (Calcium Propionate).
What to check on this pack
The first ingredient listed is fortified wheat flour (wheat flour and the list has 26 named ingredients. The product data carries these labels: vegetarian, vegan. One of the named ingredients needs a closer look:
- 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.
Soreen Strawberry lunchbox loaves: pack details
| Pack size | 150g |
|---|---|
| Sold at | Aldi |
| Sold in | United Kingdom, United States |
| Contains (allergens) | gluten |
| May contain | milk, soybeans |
| Additives | E282, E296, E422, E440 |
| Nutri-Score | C |
| 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 Soreen and halal
Retailer listings for Soreen malt loaf say the original is suitable for vegetarians and vegans, with the Vegetarian Society Approved Vegan mark on some listings. Malt loaf is made with malt extract, flour and fruit, which are plant ingredients.
Sources: Waitrose: Soreen The Original Malt Loaf. More on Soreen
Is Soreen Strawberry lunchbox loaves vegetarian or vegan?
Yes. Soreen Strawberry lunchbox loaves is labelled vegan, so it is also vegetarian.
More on this type of food: Biscuits: what to check · all Soreen products checked
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Frequently asked questions
Does Soreen Strawberry lunchbox loaves contain pork?
No pork is listed in the ingredients. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Soreen Strawberry lunchbox loaves contain gelatine?
No gelatine is listed. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Soreen Strawberry lunchbox loaves contain alcohol?
No alcohol is listed. Flavourings can occasionally be carried in alcohol, which most scholars accept.
Is Soreen Strawberry lunchbox loaves halal-certified?
We found no halal label for Soreen Strawberry lunchbox loaves. 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.