Why is Madeleines aux oeufs frais classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is labelled NOVA 4 because it combines refined wheat flour, added sugars, and a range of food‑type additives; the ingredient list includes sorbitols (E420), glycerol (E422), diphosphates (E450), sodium bicarbonate (E500), stabilisers, and a soy‑derived emulsifier (E322), all of which are typical of ultra‑processed items.

How does the sugar and salt content in Madeleines aux oeufs frais affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 20 g of sugar and 0.8 g of salt per 100 g, the cakes can cause a rapid rise in blood glucose and add noticeable sodium to the diet; occasional small portions may be tolerable, but they are not recommended for strict diabetic or hypertension management.

Based on the ingredients, is this product suitable for vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free diets?

No, the Madeleines contain eggs, milk and wheat flour, making them unsuitable for vegan, gluten‑free and keto diets, and they are not certified halal, so they do not meet the requirements of those specific dietary patterns.

Marque Repère, P'tit Déli • 500 g

Madeleines aux oeufs frais

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Madeleines aux oeufs frais are small, buttery sponge cakes that belong to the Sugary snacks and Biscuits and cakes groups. They carry a Nutri‑Score of D and are classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), reflecting the presence of refined wheat flour, added sugars, several additives (E420, E422, E450, E500, stabilisers and soy lecithin) and multiple allergens (eggs, gluten, milk, soy). While they provide some protein from eggs and modest fiber, they contain 20 g of sugar and 0.8 g of salt per 100 g, which is high for a snack and may be a concern for those limiting sugar or sodium intake.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal423 kcal

Fat19 g

Saturated Fat1.5 g

Carbohydrates57 g

Sugars20 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack (28.98 g sugar, 1.98 g salt per 100 g), these Madeleines contain 20 g sugar and 0.8 g salt per 100 g, which is lower yet still relatively high, and their fat content remains moderate.

Ingredients

Farine de blé 35 % , oeufs de poules élevées au sol 17 % , huile de colza , sucre 16 % , stabilisants : glycérol, sorbitols , sirop de glucose-fructose , lait frais demi-écrémé pasteurisé , poudres à lever : E450, E500 (dont blé) , sel , arôme , émulsifiant : lécithines (soja), Traces de fruits à coque,

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