Project D UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Project D UK cooks with: doughnuts are deep fried in rapeseed vegetable oil (standard UK bakery/doughnut fryer oil); PUFA is higher on chocolate/nut/biscuit-topped doughnuts from the added spreads and inclusions. Across the 27 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
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Safest Orders at Project D UK
Learn this once: a salad with grilled protein and the dressing left off is nearly always the lowest seed oil order anywhere. So the list below sticks to real meals, salads included, never just a water.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Filter Coffee | 0.0g |
| Hot Chocolate | 1.0g |
| Glazed Ring Doughnut | 4.0g |
| Vegan Chocolate Doughnut | 5.0g |
| Jammie Dodger Doughnut | 5.0g |
What to Avoid at Project D UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Pistachio Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Speculoos Biscoff Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Rock 'N' Rolo Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Cookies & Cream Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Nutella Doughnut | 6.0g |
Every Project D UK item, ranked
All 27 items we have for Project D UK, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Filter Coffee | 0.0g |
| Hot Chocolate | 1.0g |
| Glazed Ring Doughnut | 4.0g |
| Vegan Chocolate Doughnut | 5.0g |
| Jammie Dodger Doughnut | 5.0g |
| Cinnamon Sugar Ring Doughnut | 5.0g |
| Vegan Strawberry Doughnut | 5.0g |
| Red Velvet Doughnut | 5.0g |
| Lemon Meringue Doughnut | 5.0g |
| Mini Doughnut Box (Assorted) | 5.0g |
| Raspberry Jam Filled Doughnut | 5.0g |
| Milk Chocolate Doughnut | 5.0g |
| Custard Filled Doughnut | 5.0g |
| Pistachio Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Speculoos Biscoff Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Rock 'N' Rolo Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Cookies & Cream Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Nutella Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Kinder Bueno Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Salted Caramel Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Toffee Popcorn Doughnut | 6.0g |
| White Chocolate & Raspberry Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Terry's Chocolate Orange Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Oreo Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Homer Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Banoffee Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Party Ring Doughnut | 6.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Project D UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Project D UK cooks with: doughnuts are deep fried in rapeseed vegetable oil (standard UK bakery/doughnut fryer oil); PUFA is higher on chocolate/nut/biscuit-topped doughnuts from the added spreads and inclusions. Across the 27 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.1g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Project D UK cook with?
Our research indicates: doughnuts are deep fried in rapeseed vegetable oil (standard UK bakery/doughnut fryer oil); PUFA is higher on chocolate/nut/biscuit-topped doughnuts from the added spreads and inclusions. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Project D UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Project D UK cooks with doughnuts are deep fried in rapeseed vegetable oil (standard UK bakery/doughnut fryer oil); PUFA is higher on chocolate/nut/biscuit-topped doughnuts from the added spreads and inclusions, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Project D UK seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Project D UK cooks with doughnuts are deep fried in rapeseed vegetable oil (standard UK bakery/doughnut fryer oil); PUFA is higher on chocolate/nut/biscuit-topped doughnuts from the added spreads and inclusions, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Project D UK?
Filter Coffee is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Project D UK, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Project D UK?
Pistachio Doughnut is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Project D UK, at an estimated 6.0g PUFA. Fried items and creamy, mayo-based sauces are usually the heaviest.
What are seed oils?
Seed oils — canola, soybean, sunflower, corn, and similar vegetable oils — are extracted from seeds using high heat and chemical solvents. They are very high in polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), which are unstable at cooking temperatures and can oxidize easily. Many health-conscious eaters choose to minimize seed oils and prefer foods cooked in beef tallow, butter, coconut oil, or olive oil instead. This page shows estimated PUFA grams per menu item to help you make more informed choices. These are estimates — actual values vary by preparation and location. New to the topic? Start with what seed oils are and the complete list, or read the evidence on why people avoid them.
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