Why is Liège‑style waffle with sugar pearls classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives does it contain?

It is made with refined wheat flour, added sugars, margarine, eggs and several industrial ingredients; the label lists emulsifier E471, soy lecithin, citric acid (E330), preservative potassium sorbate (E202), colour carotenoids (E160), additional preservative calcium propionate (E282) and flavorings, all typical of NOVA 4 products.

How does the high sugar and saturated‑fat content of this waffle affect people with diabetes or cardiovascular disease?

The 28 g of sugar per 100 g can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, which are problematic for diabetes management, while the 11 g of saturated fat contributes to elevated LDL cholesterol, increasing the risk of heart disease for those with cardiovascular concerns.

Is the egg ingredient in this waffle a concern for consumers with egg allergy?

Yes, the product contains real eggs, which are a listed allergen, so anyone with an egg allergy should avoid it.

Marque Repère, P'tit Déli • 550 g

la Gaufre Liégeoise aux Perles de Sucre

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

La Gaufre Liégeoise aux Perles de Sucre is a 550 g bag of traditional Liège‑style waffles coated with crunchy sugar pearls, marketed under the Marque Repère and P'tit Déli brands and sold in Leclerc stores in France. Classified as a sugary snack (PNNS groups: Sugary snacks, Biscuits and cakes), it carries a Nutri‑Score of E and belongs to the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 group, with 471 kcal, 25 g fat (11 g saturated), 28 g sugars and 1.2 g salt per 100 g, making it high in energy, fat and sugar while providing modest protein (5.5 g) and fiber (1.5 g). The product’s plastic‑bag packaging earns an Eco‑Score of C and contains palm oil, which contributes to a threatened‑species penalty, while the overall environmental impact is moderated by a relatively low packaging score.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal471 kcal

Fat25 g

Saturated Fat11 g

Carbohydrates55 g

Sugars28 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack in its category, this waffle delivers substantially more fat (25 g vs 17.6 g) and saturated fat (11 g vs 7.8 g) and higher calories (471 kcal vs 418 kcal), while its sugar (28 g vs 28.98 g) and salt (1.2 g vs 1.98 g) are slightly lower than the category averages.

Ingredients

Farine de blé ; sucre 22% ; margarine(huiles végétales (palme, colza), eau, sel, émulsifiants: E471, lécithine de soja, correcteur d'acidité: acide citrique, conservateur: E202, arôme, colorant: caroténoïdes) ; oeufs ; sirop de sucre inverti ; levure ; farine de soja ; sel ; conservateur : E282 ; arôme. Traces de lait.

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