Sesame Snaps Syn Values & Slimming World Alternatives

If you fancy something sweet on the slimming world diet, you might be tempted to get a pack of sesame snaps, but since these snaps contain a lot of sugar, it's important to track their syns on the SW plan to stay on track with your weight loss.

Sesame snaps have on average 7.5 syns a serving, making them very high in syns and consume over half of your daily syn allowance on the plan. 

Down below in our syn guide, we will take you through why Sesame snaps are so high in syns, some syn values of them and low syn alternatives for those with a sweet tooth!

Why Are Sesame Snaps So High In Syns?

At 7.5 syns a serving, sesame snaps are very high in syns, using over half of your 15 syn daily allowance, these snaps are high in syns due to their sugar content having 9.5g of sugar in one pack, due to them being made out of sesame seeds they are also high in fat, having 9g of fat per pack.

This doesn't mean you can't have the occasional sesame snap on the SW plan, you just need to ensure you are having them in moderation and tracking their syns accordingly.

Syn Values Of Sesame Snaps

Sesame snaps come in a few different varieties and brands, to help you compare syns, we've listed a few different options down below.

• Sesame Snaps 30g - 7.5 syns.
• Sesame Snaps with Chocolate 30g - 8 syns.
• Sesame Snaps with Coconut 30g - 7.5 syns.
• Sesame Snaps with Yoghurt Snack 30g - 7.5 syns.
• Lidl Kuljanka Sesame Bars with Honey 81g - 7 syns.
• Cofresh 4 Crunchy Handmade Sesame Bars 100g - 8.5 syns.
• Lidl Kuljanka Sesame Bars with Peanuts 81g - 7 syns.
• Nutini Sesame Crunch Bars 10 x 20g - 4 syns.

Low Syn Alternatives To Sesame Snaps

If you find sesame snaps to be too high in syns and you're looking for sweet snack bar alternatives, we've got a few different alternatives for you to check out below.

• Eat Natural Protein Packed Crunchy Nut Bars with Peanuts and Chocolate 3 x 45g - 11.5 syns.
• Nature Valley Protein Salted Caramel Nut Cereal Bars 4 x 40g - 10 syns.
• Nature Valley Sweet & Salty Nut Dark Chocolate with Nuts Bars 4 x 30g (120g) - 7.5 syns.
• Nakd Peanut Delight Raw Fruit & Nut Bars 35g - 7.5 syns.
• Nakd Salted Caramel Raw Fruit & Nut Bars 35g - 6.5 syns.
• Skinny Chocolate Crunch Fruit & Nut Bars 5 x 24g - 5 syns.
• Aldi Specially Selected 4 Gluten Free Nut Bars Dark Chocolate & Sea Salt 160g - 10.5 syns.
• KIND Dark Chocolate Nuts & Sea Salt Snack Bars Multipack 3 x 30g - 8 syns.
• Skinny Raw Caramel Fudge Pressed Fruit & Nut Bars 3 x 28g - 5 syns.
• ASDA Just Essentials Chocolate & Nut Muesli Bars 6 x 23g (138g) - 4 syns.
• Aldi The Foodie Market Tru. 5 Double Cocoa Vegan Fruit & Nut Bars 175g - 7 syns.
• Lidl Deluxe Fruit & Nut Salted Caramel Protein Bars 3 x 45g - 11.5 syns.

Final Words

Overall, sesame snaps are very high in syns having 7.5 syns a pack, using over half of your daily syn allowance due to them being high in fat and sugar. To save syns we suggest eating these snaps in moderation or checking out our lower syn nut bar alternatives which start as low as 4 syns a bar for a healthy sweet treat.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are syn values calculated?

Syn values are calculated using a formula based on calories, saturated fat and sugar content per serving. They’re not the same as calories — a product can be low in calories but higher in syns if it’s high in sugar or fat. Always check the official Slimming World app for the most accurate and up-to-date syn values.

Do syn values change?

Yes. When manufacturers reformulate their products, the syn value can go up or down. This is why we recommend double-checking with the Slimming World app or your consultant, especially if a product’s packaging has changed recently.

How many syns should I have per day?

Most Slimming World members work with 5 to 15 syns per day. Your consultant will advise on the right amount for you. The key is to use your syns on the things you enjoy most — whether that’s a chocolate bar, a glass of wine, or a packet of crisps.