Why is Cookies classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives does it contain?

The NOVA 4 label applies because the formulation contains many refined and industrial ingredients such as added sugars, cocoa butter, emulsifiers and a leavening mix, as well as food‑grade additives. The declared additives are lecithin (E322), tartaric acid monopotassium salt (E336) and sodium bicarbonate (E500/E500ii), which are typical for ultra‑processed baked goods.

How does the high sugar and saturated‑fat content of these cookies affect people with diabetes or cardiovascular concerns?

A serving provides 39 g of sugar, which can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes and worsen glycemic control in diabetes. The 16 g of saturated fat raises LDL cholesterol levels, increasing the risk of heart disease and should be limited by those monitoring cardiovascular health.

Is the caramel from Isigny in these cookies a problem for people with lactose intolerance or milk allergy?

Yes. The caramel pieces contain whole‑milk powder, cream and butter, all dairy derivatives, so the product is unsuitable for individuals who are lactose intolerant or have a cow‑milk allergy.

Les Deux Gourmands • 1 x 65g

Cookies

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

These chocolate chip cookies, sold in a 65 g plastic bag and produced in Île‑de‑France, combine organic wheat flour, butter, free‑range eggs, honey, caramel pieces from Isigny and chocolate chips. Nutritionally they are high in fat (24 g), saturated fat (16 g), sugars (39 g) and provide 481 kcal per 100 g, earning a Nutri‑Score of E and a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed classification. The product contains gluten, milk and egg allergens, includes additives such as E322, E336 and E500/E500ii, and shows trace amounts of mustard, nuts and soy.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal481 kcal

Fat24 g

Saturated Fat16 g

Carbohydrates60 g

Sugars39 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average chocolate chip cookie (sugars ~29 g, fat ~18 g, saturated fat ~8 g, salt ~2 g, energy ~418 kcal per 100 g), this product contains considerably more sugars, fat and saturated fat and higher calories, while its salt is lower.

Ingredients

Farine de _blé_ bio, sucre, chocolat 20% (sucre, pâte de cacao, beurre de cacao), _beurre_, _œufs_ de plein air, éclats de caramel d'Isigny 5% (sucre, sirop de glucose, _lait_ entier en poudre reconstitué, _crème_ d'Isigny AOP, _beurre_ salé d'Isigny AOP, sel de Guérande IGP, lécithine de colza), miel, poudre à lever (amidon de _blé_ bio, bicarbonate de sodium, tartrate monopotassique), sel Traces de _fruits à coque_, _moutarde et de _soja_.

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