Why is Mini Gâches aux Carreaux de Chocolat classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives does it contain?

The product is labelled NOVA 4 because it includes refined wheat flour, added sugars, multiple emulsifiers and flavourings that are typical of industrially formulated foods. It contains six listed additives: colour E160 (carotenoids), antioxidant E300 (ascorbic acid), soy lecithin E322/E322i, mono‑ and diglycerides of fatty acids E471, and sodium stearoyl‑2‑lactylate E481.

How do the sugar and saturated‑fat levels in these mini brioche bites affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

Each 100 g serving provides 15 g of sugars and 8.5 g of saturated fat. While the sugar amount is slightly below the average for sweet snacks, it is still high enough to raise blood glucose quickly, which can challenge diabetes management. The saturated‑fat content contributes to LDL‑cholesterol and can increase cardiovascular risk, making it unsuitable for regular consumption by people with hypertension or heart‑related conditions.

Is the soy lecithin used as an emulsifier in this product a concern for people with soy allergy?

Soy lecithin is derived from soybeans and may contain trace amounts of soy proteins. Although it is often tolerated by mildly sensitive individuals, it can trigger reactions in those with a confirmed soy allergy, so consumers with this allergy should avoid the product.

Monoprix, Monoprix Gourmet • 360 g (8 * 45 g)

Mini gâches aux carreaux de chocolat

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Monoprix Gourmet Mini Gâches aux Carreaux de Chocolat are small chocolate‑filled brioche bites packaged in a 360 g plastic bag and belong to the sugary snacks/pastries family. Per 100 g they provide 364 kcal, 14 g of fat (8.5 g saturated), 15 g of sugars and 0.88 g of salt, resulting in a Nutri‑Score of E and placing them in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category. The product offers 8.2 g of protein and 2.5 g of fiber, but its high sugar, saturated fat and the presence of several additives mean it should be enjoyed in moderation.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal364 kcal

Fat14 g

Saturated Fat8.5 g

Carbohydrates50 g

Sugars15 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average sweet snacks, this brioche contains lower sugar, fat and salt than the category averages, while its carbohydrate and protein levels are slightly higher.

Ingredients

Farine de _blé_ - carreaux de chocolat belge 13% (pâte de cacao ,sucre, émulsifiant : lécithines de _soja_, arôme naturel de vanille) - sucre - _œufs_ frais 8,9 % - _beurre_ concentré 8 % - levain (farines de _blé_, de _blé_ malté et de _seigle_, eau, levure), _crème_ fraîche 4,8% - levure - _gluten de blé_ - sel - émulsifiant : mono - et diglycérides d'acides gras, stéaroyl-2-lactylate de sodium - arôme naturel (contient alcool) - antioxydant : acide ascorbique - colorant : caroténoïdes. Dorure à l'_œuf_.

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