Gippsland Dairy Twist Yoghurt Toffee & Honeycomb
Gippsland Dairy Twist Yoghurt Toffee & Honeycomb: independently scored 3.2/10 on Protein Score and 5.5/10 on Clean Score by ProteinScore.
9.4g protein per serve · 248 cal · 26.8g sugar · 102mg sodium · 160g serve.
Overview
This is a dessert tub masquerading as a breakfast yoghurt, and it's best to treat it that way. The toffee and honeycomb swirl delivers a huge sugar hit - 26.8 grams in a single 160g tub - which is more than you'll find in many chocolate bars. While the Gippsland Dairy brand is built on a reputation for thick, creamy, indulgent yoghurt, the nutritional panel here confirms the focus is squarely on flavour over function. Next to the broader yoghurt category, the numbers tell a clear story. At 5.9g of protein per 100g, it sits below the 7.4g category average and is closer to a standard yoghurt than a dense Greek or skyr style. The sugar content of 16.7g per 100g, however, is almost triple the category average of 5.7g, placing it at the highest end of the aisle. We see this as a clear trade-off for its dessert-like character. This profile is consistent across the brand's flavoured tubs. Compared with Gippsland Dairy's Twist Yoghurt Boysenberry flavour, this Toffee & Honeycomb version has the exact same protein and sugar content. This suggests that if you're buying from the 'Twist' range, the flavour choice won't significantly alter the macros you're getting. Ultimately, this tub is for the shopper who wants a rich, satisfying dessert and isn't scrutinising the label for protein or sugar. It's a weekend treat, not a daily staple for anyone chasing specific nutritional goals.
Protein Score: 3.2/10
This tub lands at the bottom of the pack for protein, sitting far closer to a dessert than a functional yoghurt. With just 9.4g of protein in the 248-calorie tub, it's a weak performer in a category full of denser options, earning a Protein Score/10. The protein density of 5.9g per 100g is telling. It barely scrapes into the benchmark for standard plain yoghurt (4-6g per 100g) and falls well short of the 6-10g per 100g we expect from a typical Greek-style product. For the calories involved, the protein return is minimal. In practical terms, you would need to eat almost three of these tubs to get the same protein as a single high-protein yoghurt serve. That would also mean consuming over 80g of sugar. It's not a viable option for post-workout recovery or as a protein-rich breakfast base.
Clean Score: 5.5/10
Gippsland Dairy's products often rely on a longer ingredient list to create their signature textures and flavours. This tub is no exception, using 17 ingredients to deliver its creamy base and toffee honeycomb swirl, which informs its Clean Score/10. The list includes thickener (1442) to create the gooey swirl, along with natural colours (150a, 160a) and acidity regulators. While there are no artificial sweeteners, the presence of these additives moves it further down the processing spectrum compared to a simple tub-set yoghurt. This processing is the trade-off for a consistent, shelf-stable dessert experience. It ensures the flavour and texture are the same every time, but it results in a score that trails the category average. For shoppers who prefer a shorter, more whole-food ingredient list, this might be a reason to pause.
Wins
- Rich, creamy texture from a cream and milk protein base.
- Contains live yoghurt cultures.
- No artificial sweeteners are used in the recipe.
Watch outs
- Very high in added sugar, with 26.8g in a single tub.
- Low protein density at just 5.9g per 100g.
- A relatively long list of 17 ingredients, including thickeners.
Ingredients
Yogurt (90%) [Skim Milk Concentrate, Water, Cream, Sugar, Milk Protein, Yogurt Cultures], Toffee Honeycomb (10%) [Water, Glucose, Sugar, Thickener (1442), Natural Flavours, Natural Colours (150a, 160a), Acidity Regulators (331, 334), Salt]
17 ingredients.
Frequently asked questions
- Is the sugar in this yoghurt added or natural?
- The majority of the sugar in this yoghurt is added. While the milk base contains some naturally occurring lactose, the 16.7g of sugar per 100g is primarily driven by the glucose and sugar in the toffee honeycomb swirl. This is almost triple the average for yoghurts we track. For context, the 26.8g of sugar in one tub is more than the daily limit recommended for many adults. We'd treat this as a dessert, not a daily breakfast staple.
- How does this compare to plain Greek yoghurt for protein?
- It contains significantly less protein than a typical Greek yoghurt. This tub has 5.9g of protein per 100g, whereas most Greek yoghurts deliver between 6g and 10g per 100g. The difference comes from the straining process used for Greek yoghurt, which concentrates the protein. This product is not strained in the same way, resulting in a lower protein density. If protein is your main goal, a plain Greek yoghurt is a much stronger choice.
- How does the Toffee & Honeycomb flavour compare to other Gippsland Dairy yoghurts?
- Its nutritional profile is very consistent with other flavours in the brand's 'Twist' range. For example, it has the exact same protein (5.9g/100g) and sugar (16.7g/100g) as the Twist Yoghurt Boysenberry version. This suggests that the brand has a set base recipe for this line, with flavourings being the main difference. In our view, choosing a different 'Twist' flavour is unlikely to result in a significantly different nutritional outcome.
- Where can I buy Gippsland Dairy Twist Yoghurt?
- Gippsland Dairy yoghurts are widely stocked in major Australian supermarkets. This Toffee & Honeycomb flavour is catalogued at both Coles and Woolworths, so you can typically find it in the chilled dairy aisle at those stores. The brand may also sell products directly from their own website, so that could be another option. We'd suggest checking the yoghurt section on your next grocery run.
- Is Gippsland Dairy an Australian brand?
- Yes, it is a long-standing Australian brand. Gippsland Dairy was founded in Victoria in 1959 and its products are made in Australia. The brand is currently owned by the New Zealand-based dairy company Fonterra, but its operational roots and manufacturing remain in Australia. For more detailed history, the brand's own website is the best source of information. We see it as a classic fixture in the Australian dairy aisle.