Why is Barquettes au chocolat et aux noisettes classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The snack combines refined sugar, wheat flour, vegetable oil, chocolate powder and hazelnut paste with several processing aids such as invert sugar syrup, a raising agent (sodium carbonates), citric acid as an acidifier, lecithins (E322) as an emulsifier, and a natural hazelnut flavour, all of which are typical of ultra‑processed foods and place it in NOVA group 4.

How does the high sugar and moderate fat content of this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 43 g of sugar per 100 g, the barquettes can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making them unsuitable for people managing diabetes; the low salt (0.26 g) is not a concern for hypertension, but the overall high calorie and fat load may contribute to weight gain if consumed regularly.

Is the hazelnut paste in this product a concern for nut allergies?

Yes, the product lists hazelnut paste (6.5 % of the formulation) and mentions possible traces of other tree nuts, so it poses a risk for anyone with a nut allergy and should be avoided by such consumers.

U • 120 g

Barquettes au chocolat et aux noisettes - paquet de 120g

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Barquettes au chocolat et aux noisettes are sweet snack barquettes made in France, belonging to the sugary snacks and biscuits & cakes family. They are ultra‑processed (NOVA group 4) and carry a Nutri‑Score of E, reflecting a high sugar level of 43 g per 100 g and a high fat content of 23 g, while saturated fat is moderate at 2.8 g and salt is low at 0.26 g. The product contains several allergens (eggs, gluten, milk, nuts, soy), has an Eco‑Score of D and is packaged in a cardboard sleeve with an inner plastic bag, the plastic part being non‑recyclable.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal483 kcal

Fat23 g

Saturated Fat2.8 g

Carbohydrates60 g

Sugars43 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet snack, these chocolate‑hazelnut barquettes contain considerably more sugar and fat, but less saturated fat and far less salt.

Ingredients

Sucre, farine de BLÉ 21,8%, OEUFS 18,9%, huile de colza, chocolat en poudre 12% (sucre, cacao en poudre), pâte de NOISETTE 6,5%, poudre de LAIT écrémé, sirop de sucre inverti, poudre à lever : carbonates de sodium, arôme naturel de NOISETTE, acidifiant : acide citrique, émulsifiant : lécithines (dont SOJA). traces éventuelles d'autres fruits à coque.

84%

35%

Unlock What Your Food Doesn't Tell You

Scan this and millions of other food products to discover hidden positive & negative points, scores percentage, additives, allergens, and deeper product insights with the free NutrScan app.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Barquettes au chocolat et aux noisettes - paquet de 120g.

U, U Mat & Lou

2 paquets de 120 g