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).
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 |
| Milk Chocolate Doughnut | 5.0g |
| Red Velvet Doughnut | 5.0g |
What to Avoid at Project D UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Homer Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Rock 'N' Rolo Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Kinder Bueno Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Speculoos Biscoff Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Nutella 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?
Homer 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. Curious why people avoid them? Read the evidence.
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See where Project D UK lands on the full Seed Oil Index, or check which chains cook in real fats on Tallow Watch. Wondering about a specific dish instead? The Is It Seed Oil food guide answers it for 200+ everyday foods, and the distributor oils page covers what independent restaurants fry in.