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

The biscuit is made from refined wheat flour, added sweeteners and multiple food‑grade additives, which places it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category. Its label lists additives E965 (maltitol), E965ii (maltitol syrup), E500/E500ii (sodium bicarbonate), and E503/E503ii (ammonium bicarbonate).

How does the low sugar but relatively high fat content in Pandiyo affect a diabetic or weight‑conscious diet?

The very low sugar (0.6 g per 100 g) means it has minimal impact on blood glucose spikes, but the high fat (18 g) and calorie content (432 kcal) can contribute to excess energy intake, so portion control is essential for weight management and overall calorie balance.

Based on its ingredients, is Pandiyo suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or keto diets?

No. Pandiyo contains wheat flour (gluten), butter, milk‑derived yogurt and eggs, which exclude it from vegan, gluten‑free and keto diets that require very low carbohydrate content.

Mulino Bianco • 270g

Pandiyo

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Pandiyo is a sweet snack biscuit that belongs to the Sugary snacks and Biscuits and cakes families. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified as an ultra‑processed product (NOVA group 4). While it offers relatively high protein and fiber and very low added sugars, it also contains 18 g of fat per 100 g, 432 kcal, several food additives and common allergens such as gluten, milk and eggs.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal432 kcal

Fat18 g

Saturated Fat1.7 g

Carbohydrates64 g

Sugars0.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average sweet snack biscuits, Pandiyo has dramatically less sugar and salt, but slightly more fat, calories, carbohydrates and notably higher protein, fiber, and lower saturated fat.

Ingredients

Farina di frumento 66.6%, edulcoranti 20.7% (maltitolo, sciroppo di maltitolo), olio di girasole, yogurt 4.4%, burro, uova fresche, yogurt magro in polvere 1.1%, agenti lievitanti (carbonato acido di sodio, carbonato acido d'ammonio), concentrato minerale da latte, aromi, latte scremato in polbere, sale

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