five:am Strawberry Sundae
five:am Strawberry Sundae: independently scored 4.5/10 on Protein Score and 7.1/10 on Clean Score by ProteinScore.
5.2g protein per serve · 110 cal · 10.9g sugar · 52mg sodium · 120g serve.
Overview
As a grab-and-go pouch, this Strawberry Sundae flavour from five:am is built for convenience first. It leans into its organic credentials and kid-friendly format, delivering a straightforward, sweet yoghurt snack rather than a high-performance protein hit. It's the kind of product you'd grab for an easy school lunchbox filler or a simple afternoon treat. Nutritionally, it sits at the lower end of the category. Its 4.3g of protein per 100g is well below the 7.4g yoghurt category average, while the 9.1g of sugar per 100g is noticeably higher than the 5.7g average. Compared to the brand's Mango Organic Yoghurt pouch, this pouch has fractionally less protein and a couple of grams less sugar, highlighting the flavour-by-flavour variation in the five:am range. The ingredient list is refreshingly simple for a flavoured product, built on an organic milk base with real strawberries. We like that the brand uses natural concentrates like black carrot and blackcurrant for colour, avoiding the artificial additives common elsewhere in the aisle. The inclusion of live cultures, including acidophilus and bifidus, is a welcome touch for label-conscious shoppers. Ultimately, this pouch lands firmly in the snack territory. It's not a high-protein option for post-workout recovery or for anchoring a breakfast, but it is a simple, organic-certified choice for those who prioritise convenience and aren't strictly monitoring their sugar intake.
Protein Score: 4.5/10
Within the five:am lineup, this pouch represents the brand's more snack-oriented side rather than its high-protein offerings. The 5.2g of protein in a single pouch is modest, earning a Protein Score/10. It trails the field for protein density, sitting well below the average for the yoghurts we track. At 4.3g of protein per 100g, it doesn't quite clear the 4-6g benchmark for a standard plain yoghurt and sits far behind the 6-10g per 100g we expect from Greek-style yoghurts. This isn't a product designed to form the base of a high-protein breakfast; its contribution is minimal. For a quick snack, the protein is a small bonus, but it's not substantial enough for post-workout recovery or for anyone specifically trying to increase their daily protein. You'd need to look at other products in the five:am range, particularly their Greek-style pouches, for a more significant protein hit.
Clean Score: 7.1/10
This is a relatively clean, minimally processed product for a flavoured yoghurt, reflected in its ingredients. The use of organic milk and real fruit, with no artificial colours, sweeteners or preservatives, helps it earn a Clean Score/10. It's the result for a supermarket pouch that still needs to deliver on flavour. The score is mainly influenced by the presence of added raw sugar and the total ingredient count of 11, which sits right on the category average. While it avoids the gums and thickeners common in other yoghurts, the use of rice starch and milk solids does add a layer of processing that holds it back from the top tier. The use of natural flavour and fruit concentrates is standard practice for achieving a consistent taste profile shelf-wide. For shoppers prioritising organic ingredients and avoiding artificial additives, this pouch is a strong contender. The trade-off is the added sugar, which is the main factor preventing a higher score.
Wins
- Certified organic ingredients, including milk and strawberries.
- Contains live probiotic cultures acidophilus and bifidus.
- Free from artificial sweeteners, colours, and preservatives.
Watch outs
- Only 4.3g of protein per 100g, below the standard yoghurt benchmark.
- Contains added sugar, contributing to 9.1g of total sugar per 100g.
- Lower protein density than other yoghurts in the five:am range.
Ingredients
Organic milk, organic strawberries (5%), organic milk solids, water, organic raw sugar, rice starch, milk solids, natural flavour, black carrot and blackcurrant concentrate, citric acid, live cultures (incl. probiotic acidophilus and bifidus).
11 ingredients.
Frequently asked questions
- Is the sugar in this yoghurt added or from milk?
- It's a combination of both. This pouch contains 9.1g of sugar per 100g, which comes from naturally occurring lactose in the organic milk and from added organic raw sugar. The ingredient list confirms raw sugar is added for sweetness to create the 'Strawberry Sundae' flavour profile. This is common in flavoured yoghurts and positions it more as a treat. We'd suggest enjoying it as a snack rather than a daily breakfast staple if you're monitoring added sugar.
- Does this five:am yoghurt have live cultures?
- Yes, it does. The ingredient list explicitly names live cultures, including the probiotic strains acidophilus and bifidus. These are beneficial bacteria that are commonly added to fermented dairy products like yoghurt. While many yoghurts contain standard starter cultures, the specific mention of these probiotic strains is a plus for shoppers looking for them. In our view, it's a good sign of a quality base yoghurt.
- How does this pouch compare to other five:am yoghurts?
- This Strawberry Sundae pouch is one of the brand's more snack-focused, lower-protein options. For instance, compared to the brand's Mango Organic Yoghurt pouch, it has slightly less protein and sugar. Many other products in the five:am range, particularly the Greek-style pouches, are formulated without any added sugar and offer a significantly higher protein content. We'd recommend checking the label on the specific five:am product, as the nutrition varies quite a bit across the range.
- Where can I buy the five:am Strawberry Sundae yoghurt pouch?
- This product is listed in the national catalogue for Woolworths. You'll typically find it in the chilled dairy aisle alongside other yoghurt pouches and pouches. Availability can vary by individual store, so it's always a good idea to check your local supermarket. The brand may also sell products directly from their own website. We'd suggest starting your search at a major supermarket like Woolworths.
- Why isn't the protein score for this yoghurt higher?
- The Protein Score reflects protein density, and this pouch is not formulated as a high-protein product. It contains 4.3g of protein per 100g, which is below the typical 6-10g per 100g found in Greek yoghurts and even trails standard plain yoghurt. The category average for yoghurts we track is 7.4g per 100g, so it underperforms against the wider market. We'd consider this a convenient snack where protein is a small bonus, not the main event.