Why is La madelaine citron classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is rated NOVA 4 because the formulation includes refined ingredients and additives such as glyceryl (E 422) used as a stabiliser and sodium carbonate (E 500) used as a raising agent; these processed components, along with the inclusion of refined sugar and butter, place it in the ultra‑processed category.

How does the sugar and fat content in La madelaine citron affect a diabetic or cardiovascular diet?

With 25 g of sugar and 26 g of fat per 100 g, the snack can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes and increase saturated fat intake, which may challenge blood‑sugar control for diabetics and raise LDL cholesterol for those managing heart health, so it should be consumed only occasionally.

Is the butter in this product a concern for people with dairy allergies?

Yes; the recipe lists butter (a dairy ingredient) at 3 % and the allergen label flags milk, meaning anyone with a dairy allergy or lactose intolerance should avoid this madeleine.

Maison Colibri • 200g (8 madeleines)

La madelaine citron

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

La madelaine citron is a French lemon‑flavored madeleine snack made primarily from wheat flour, free‑range eggs, butter, sugar and colza oil, packaged in a paper bag with eight individual plastic sachets. It carries an Eco‑Score of A+ and is produced with French ingredients, free‑range eggs, no palm oil and FSC‑certified packaging, but it falls into NOVA group 4 and bears a Nutri‑Score of E, indicating an ultra‑processed product with high fat (26 g), sugar (25 g) and energy (470 kcal) per 100 g. The snack also contains allergens (egg, gluten, milk) and modest fiber (2.1 g) while offering a buttery taste, making it enjoyable for occasional indulgence but less suitable for health‑focused diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal470 kcal

Fat26 g

Saturated Fat4.4 g

Carbohydrates52 g

Sugars25 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack, this madeleine contains less sugar (25 g vs 28.98 g) and salt (0.79 g vs 1.98 g) but more fat (26 g vs 17.65 g) and higher energy (470 kcal vs 418 kcal), while providing lower fiber (2.1 g vs 3.07 g).

Ingredients

Farine de _blé_ 31,5% (France), sucre 23,5% (France), _œufs_ de poules élevées en plein air 20,5% (France), huile de colza 19,5% (France), jus de citron 3,5%, _beurre_ pâtissier (_lait_) 3% (France), stabilisant : glycérol, morceaux de citron jaune déshydraté 2%, arôme naturel de citron, poudre à lever : carbonates de sodium, arôme naturel de vanille (contient alcool), sel.

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