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

NOVA 4 indicates that the product is formulated mainly from industrial ingredients and contains added sugars, emulsifiers and other processing aids. Prinzenrolle lists the additives E322 (lecithin, an emulsifier), E500/E500i (sodium carbonate, an acidity regulator) and uses emulsifiers and a leavening blend (ammonium bicarbonate and sodium bicarbonate) that contribute to its ultra‑processed status.

How does the sugar and salt content in Prinzenrolle affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 30 g of sugar per 100 g, Prinzenrolle can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for strict diabetic control. Its 0.33 g of salt per 100 g is moderate but can add to daily sodium intake, which may be problematic for people managing hypertension, especially when combined with other salty foods.

Is the milk chocolate and skimmed milk powder in Prinzenrolle a concern for people with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies?

Yes. The product contains full‑milk chocolate, skimmed milk powder and a whey derivative, all of which provide lactose and dairy proteins. Individuals who are lactose intolerant or have a dairy allergy should avoid Prinzenrolle, as these ingredients can trigger symptoms.

DeBeukelaer • 400 g

Prinzenrolle

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Product Insights

Prinzenrolle is a chocolate‑filled cookie from DeBeukelaer that belongs to the bakery and pastry group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified as NOVA 4 ultra‑processed, with high sugar (30 g per 100 g) and saturated fat (9.8 g per 100 g) but also provides 6.8 g of protein and 3.9 g of fiber. The snack is vegetarian, contains gluten and dairy allergens, uses Rainforest Alliance certified sustainable palm oil, yet its overall nutritional profile is less favorable than average snack items.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal457 kcal

Fat18 g

Saturated Fat9.8 g

Carbohydrates65 g

Sugars30 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack cookie, Prinzenrolle contains slightly less sugar (30 g vs 32.2 g), notably lower fat (18 g vs 23.2 g) and saturated fat (9.8 g vs 10.6 g), less salt (0.33 g vs 0.54 g), but higher carbohydrates (65 g vs 54.9 g) and a marginally higher energy value (457 kcal vs 451 kcal).

Ingredients

Weizenmehl, Zucker, pflanzliche Fette (Palm, Palmkern, Kokos, Sonnenblume in veränderlichen Gewichtsanteilen), Weizenstärke. fettames Kakaopulver (5,5%), Glukosesirup, Vollmilchschokolade (2,3 %) (Zucker Kakaonmasse Kakaobutter", Butterreinfett, Emulgator (Lecithine), Backtiebmitel (Ammoniumbydrogencarbonat Natriumhydrogencarbonat), Salz, Magermilchpulver, Emulgator (Lecithine), Molkenerzeugnis, Säureregulator (Natriumcarbonat),

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