Why is Madeleines De Commercy - Pur Beurre classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives does it contain?

The product combines refined wheat flour, added sugars, butter, eggs and several food‑technology ingredients such as a stabiliser (sorbitols, E420), a leavening agent (diphosphates, E450) and sodium carbonates (E500). These processed components and the multiple manufacturing steps place it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

How does the sugar and salt content of these madeleines affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 24 g of sugars per 100 g, the madeleines can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making them unsuitable for strict diabetic control. The salt level of 0.48 g per 100 g is moderate but still contributes to daily sodium intake, which may be problematic for hypertension if consumed in large quantities.

Is the butter in this product a concern for people with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance?

Yes. The madeleines contain butter (a dairy fat) and list milk as an allergen, so anyone allergic to dairy or sensitive to lactose should avoid them. The product also contains eggs and gluten, adding further allergen considerations.

Patrimoine gourmand • 300 g

Madeleines De Commercy - Pur Beurre

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Madeleines De Commercy - Pur Beurre are sweet snack biscuits belonging to the Sugary snacks and Biscuits and cakes families. They carry a Nutri-Score of E and are classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), reflecting their high levels of added sugar, saturated fat and three food additives. While the butter gives a rich flavor and a modest protein content, the product is high in fat and calories, low in fiber, and contains common allergens such as eggs, gluten and milk.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal472 kcal

Fat27 g

Saturated Fat18 g

Carbohydrates51 g

Sugars24 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical sugary snacks, these madeleines contain less sugar (24 g vs 28.98 g) and less salt (0.48 g vs 1.98 g) but far more fat (27 g vs 17.65 g), saturated fat (18 g vs 7.8 g), and calories (472 kcal vs 418 kcal), while providing lower fiber, carbohydrates and protein.

Ingredients

Farine de blé, beurre pâtissier 25%, sucre, oeufs entiers 23%, stabilisant : sorbitols, poudre à lever : diphosphates, carbonates de sodium (contient blé), extrait de malt d'orge, dextrose, arôme naturel. Traces éventuelles de fruits à coque et de soja.

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300 g