Why is Amandine Aux Poires classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is made from multiple refined ingredients, contains a sweetened coating, flavorings and a flan preparation that involve industrial processing steps, which places it in NOVA group 4. Its additive list includes carrageenan (E407) as a gelling agent, citric acid (E330) for acidity, curcumin (E100) for colour, carotenoid colourings (E160) and unspecified flavouring agents (E14xx).

How does the sugar and saturated‑fat content of this tartlet affect people with diabetes or cardiovascular concerns?

With 17 g of total sugars and about 11.7 g of added sugars per 100 g, the product can raise blood glucose quickly, making it unsuitable for tight diabetic control. The 10 g of saturated fat per 100 g exceeds typical recommendations for heart‑healthy diets and may contribute to elevated LDL cholesterol, so it should be limited for those with cardiovascular risk.

Is the almond powder used in this product a risk for consumers with tree‑nut allergies?

Yes, the tartlet contains powdered almonds, which are classified as tree nuts. People with almond or other tree‑nut allergies should avoid this product, as the allergen is listed and present at around 3 % of the formulation.

Atelier Georget • 550 g

Amandine Aux Poires

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Amandine Aux Poires is a 550 g French pear‑flavored tartlet from Atelier Georget, classified as a sweet pastry belonging to the sugary snacks and biscuits‑and‑cakes groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is placed in NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature with additives such as carrageenan (E407), citric acid (E330), curcumin (E100) and carotenoid colourings (E160), and it contains the allergens eggs, gluten, lupin, milk and tree nuts. Nutritionally, the product provides 301 kcal, 18 g fat (10 g saturated), 4.6 g protein and 17 g sugars per 100 g, offering 33 % fruit content but also a relatively high saturated‑fat level and added sugars.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal301 kcal

Fat18 g

Saturated Fat10 g

Carbohydrates29 g

Sugars17 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average fruit‑tartlet (28.98 g sugar, 17.65 g fat, 7.8 g saturated fat, 0.25 g salt per 100 g), Amandine Aux Poires contains less sugar and salt, slightly more total fat, and noticeably higher saturated fat.

Ingredients

Poires au sirop 33% (poires, eau, d'acidité: acide citrique), beurre (15%), farine de blé, eau, sucre, oeufs frais (9%), poudre d'amande (3%), farine de lupin, nappage (sucre gélifiant : carraghénanes, arôme), préparation pour flan (amidon et amidon modifié de maïs, arôme colorants: curcumine, caroténoïdes), poudre lait, sel, amidon transformé, arômes, eau aromatique (eau, arôme)

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