Why is the Pate a tartiner Speculoos classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is labeled NOVA 4 because the recipe uses refined wheat flour, added sugars, palm‑certified sustainable fat, and several industrial ingredients such as a raising agent and emulsifier. The listed additives are E322 (lecithin), E330 (citric acid) and E500 (sodium carbonate).

How does the sugar and saturated‑fat content in this spread affect a diabetic or heart‑health diet?

With 31 g of sugar per 100 g, the spread can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for a diabetic diet. Its 6.7 g of saturated fat contributes to higher LDL cholesterol, which is not recommended for heart‑healthy eating.

Is the wheat flour in this spread a concern for people with gluten intolerance?

Yes. Wheat flour provides gluten, and the product is labelled with a gluten allergen, so individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity should avoid it.

Delhaize • 400 gr

Pate a tartiner Speculoos

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

The Pate a tartiner Speculoos is a speculoos spread classified as a sugary snack (pnns_groups: Sugary snacks) intended for breakfast or dessert. It carries a Nutri-Score of E and is in the highest NOVA category (4), reflecting its ultra-processed nature, high added sugars (31 g per 100 g), high saturated fat (6.7 g) and calorie density (575 kcal per 100 g), with modest protein (2.7 g) and fiber (1.7 g). The formulation contains three additives (E322, E330, E500), palm‑derived fat, and potential allergens such as gluten, soy, milk and nuts, which may be concerns for sensitive consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal575 kcal

Fat36 g

Saturated Fat6.7 g

Carbohydrates59 g

Sugars31 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet‑spread, this speculoos spread contains far less sugar but markedly more fat and calories, while its salt and saturated‑fat levels are similar to the category norm.

Ingredients

Spéculoos 58% [farine de blé, sucre, margarine non hydrogénée (graisse de palme certifiée durable, eau, huile de colza, acidifiant (acide citrique)), sirop de candi, poudre à lever (carbonates de sodium), sel de mer, cannelle), huile de colza non hydrogénée, sucre, sucre en poudre caramélisé (sucre, maltodextrine), émulsifiant (lécithine de colza), arôme naturel, acidifiant (acide citrique), cannelle, sel. Peut contenir: soja, lait, fruits à coque.

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