Why is Galettes Bretonnes classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

Because the product combines refined wheat flour, butter, sugar, egg powder and other industrially processed ingredients and includes the leavening additive ammonium carbonate (E503), it meets the definition of an ultra‑processed food (NOVA group 4).

How does the sugar and saturated fat content in Galettes Bretonnes affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With about 25 g of sugar and 14 g of saturated fat per 100 g, the cookies can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes and increase LDL cholesterol, making them unsuitable as a regular choice for people managing diabetes or high blood pressure; occasional moderation is advised.

Is the egg powder in Galettes Bretonnes a concern for people with egg allergies?

Yes, the product contains egg powder, which is listed as an allergen, so individuals with an egg allergy should avoid these shortbread cookies.

Carrefour BIO, Carrefour • 125g

Galettes Bretonnes

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Galettes Bretonnes are organic shortbread cookies sold as a sweet snack, belonging to the Sugary snacks (biscuits and cakes) category. They carry a Nutri‑Score of E and fall into NOVA group 4, reflecting their ultra‑processed nature, with high levels of saturated fat (14 g/100 g), substantial sugar (25 g/100 g), moderate salt (0.58 g/100 g) and a high energy value of roughly 495 kcal per 100 g. While the recipe uses certified organic wheat flour, butter and cane sugar, it also contains egg powder, milk powder and the additive ammonium carbonate, making it unsuitable for vegans and for those allergic to eggs, gluten or milk.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal493 kcal

Fat22 g

Saturated Fat14 g

Carbohydrates67 g

Sugars25 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack, Galettes Bretonnes contain slightly less sugar (25 g vs 28.98 g per 100 g) but markedly more saturated fat (14 g vs 7.8 g) and higher calories (≈495 kcal vs 418 kcal), while their salt (0.58 g) is well below the average (1.98 g).

Ingredients

Farine de blé* 58,7%, beurre* 25,6%, sucre roux de canne*, oeufs en poudre*, sel de Guérande, arôme naturel de vanille, poudre à lever: carbonates d'ammonium, lait écrémé en poudre*, sucre de canne*. *bio. Peut contenir des traces de fruits à coque, de soja, de graines de sésame et d'arachides.

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