Why does Les galettes de Pont‑Aven receive a Nutri‑Score of E and what nutrients are responsible for this low rating?

The Nutri‑Score algorithm penalises high amounts of sugars, saturated fats and salt, all of which are present in large quantities in these biscuits, while the modest protein and fibre contributions are insufficient to offset those negatives, resulting in the lowest E grade.

How might the sugar and salt levels in these short‑bread biscuits affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The 30 g of sugars per 100 g can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making the product unsuitable for strict diabetic control, and the 2.2 g of salt per 100 g may raise blood pressure, so people with hypertension should limit consumption.

Are the egg and milk ingredients in this product a problem for people with egg or dairy allergies?

Yes, the recipe includes eggs and skimmed‑milk in the dough and glazing, so anyone allergic to egg proteins or dairy should avoid these biscuits completely.

Traou Mad • 130 g

Les galettes de Pont-Aven

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Les galettes de Pont‑Aven are traditional Breton short‑bread biscuits produced by Traou Mad in Brittany and sold in 130 g cardboard boxes. They belong to the sugary snacks and biscuits‑and‑cakes groups, carry a Nutri‑Score of E and a NOVA 3 classification, and contain high amounts of fat (≈8.3 g per serving), saturated fat (5.6 g), sugars (9.9 g) and salt (0.73 g, with modest protein at 2 g and dietary fiber around 4.3 g per 100 g). While their buttery taste is appealing, the elevated sugar, saturated fat and salt content mean they should be enjoyed only occasionally as a treat.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal435 kcal

Energy1819 kJ

Fat22.8 g

Saturated Fat14.7 g

Cholesterol0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet snack, this short‑bread contains more sugar (30 g vs 28.9 g), fat (25 g vs 17.6 g), saturated fat (17 g vs 7.8 g), salt (2.2 g vs 2.0 g) and energy (≈515 kcal vs 418 kcal), while offering slightly more fiber and a bit less protein.

Ingredients

Farine de _froment_, _beurre_ frais 26 %, sucre, _oeufs_, sel, dorure : _lait_ écrémé.

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Traou Mad

100 g