Why is Madeleines aux œufs classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

Because the formulation includes refined wheat flour, added sugars, refined oil, and food‑additives such as glycerol (E422) used as a stabiliser and ammonium carbonates (E503) as a leavening agent; these ingredients place it in the ultra‑processed group.

How does the sugar and salt content of these madeleines affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

The 29.4 g of sugar per 100 g can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for tight diabetic control, while the 0.84 g of salt per 100 g adds to daily sodium intake, which may exacerbate hypertension if consumed regularly.

Is the wheat flour in Madeleines aux œufs a concern for individuals with gluten intolerance?

Yes; the product lists wheat flour (33 % of the recipe) and is labeled with a gluten allergen, so it should be avoided by anyone with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

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Madeleines aux œufs

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Madeleines aux œufs are French-style lemon-shaped sponge cakes that belong to the sugary snacks and biscuits‑and‑cakes family. They carry a Nutri‑Score of E and are classified as NOVA 4, reflecting a high content of added sugars (29.4 g/100 g), total fat (21.3 g/100 g) and modest protein (5.5 g/100 g), with added additives glycerol (E422) and ammonium carbonates (E503). While the product provides a quick source of energy and contains wheat flour from France, it is high in sugar and fat, contains allergens such as eggs, gluten and milk, and therefore should be consumed sparingly.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal442 kcal

Fat21.3 g

Saturated Fat2.1 g

Carbohydrates57 g

Sugars29.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack in its category, these madeleines contain more total fat (21.3 g vs 17.6 g) and calories (442 kcal vs 418 kcal), slightly more sugar (29.4 g vs 29.0 g), but lower saturated fat and salt.

Ingredients

Farine de blé 33%, sucre, huile de colza, œufs entiers 14%, stabilisant : glycérol, sirop de glucose, sel, poudres à lever: carbonates d'ammonium, arôme naturel. Traces éventuelles de lait, amandes, noisettes et soja. INFORMATIONS:

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1 kg