Why is Moelleux chocolat classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is labeled NOVA 4 because it combines refined wheat flour, added sugars, emulsifiers, stabilisers and leavening agents that are not typical of minimally processed foods. Its additive list includes lecithin (E322/E322i) from soy, glycerol (E422) as a stabiliser, mono‑ and diglycerides of fatty acids (E471) as emulsifiers, and ammonium carbonates (E503) as a raising agent.

How does the sugar and salt content in Moelleux chocolat affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 31 g of sugar per 100 g, the biscuit can cause a rapid rise in blood glucose, making it unsuitable for strict diabetic control unless consumed in very small portions. The salt level is 0.35 g per 100 g, which is relatively low compared with many snacks, so it contributes minimally to sodium intake for hypertensive individuals.

Are the hazelnuts in the praline a concern for nut‑allergic consumers?

Yes. The praline component contains hazelnuts and hazelnut oil, and the product carries a nut allergen warning, so anyone with a tree‑nut allergy should avoid this biscuit.

St Michel • 12 x 30g

Moelleux chocolat

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Moelleux chocolat is a French chocolate cake‑like biscuit from St Michel, classified in the sugary snacks and biscuits‑and‑cakes groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and sits in NOVA 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature, with high sugar (31 g) and fat (25 g) per 100 g, but it does contain some fiber (2.2 g), protein (5.3 g) and is free‑from palm oil, using free‑range eggs and made in France. The product also lists several allergens (gluten, nuts, soy, possible milk traces) and four additives (lecithins, glycerol, mono‑ and diglycerides, ammonium carbonates), which may be concerns for sensitive consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal455 kcal

Fat25 g

Saturated Fat5.4 g

Carbohydrates52 g

Sugars31 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average sugary snacks, this cake contains more sugar (31 g vs 28.98 g) and considerably more fat (25 g vs 17.65 g), while its salt (0.35 g) and saturated fat (5.4 g) are well below typical levels.

Ingredients

Farine de blé 23%, sucre, huile de colza, œufs d poules élevées en plein air 14%, sirop de glucose, chocolat 8.6% (sucre, pâte de cacao, beurre de cacao, émulsifiant : lecithine (soja)), eau, praliné (sucre, noisettes, huile de noisettes) stabilisant : glycérol, beurre de cacao, cacao maigre en poudre sirop de sucre inverti, émulsifiants : mono - et diglycérides d'acides gras et lécithines (soja), poudre à lever : carbonates d'ammonium, arômes, sel, fibres de citrus. Traces éventuelles de fruits à coque, lait. Tenir au sec, à l'abri de la chaleur (max 25°C) et de la lumière. Ce paquet contient 12 portions. CAKE GEVULD

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