Why is Mini magdalenas con pepitas de chocolate con leche classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is labeled NOVA 4 because its formulation relies on refined ingredients and several industrial additives rather than whole foods. It includes the preservative potassium sorbate (E202), humectants sorbitol (E420) and glycerol (E422), emulsifiers mono‑ and diglycerides of fatty acids (E471), soy lecithin and flavourings, all of which are typical of ultra‑processed foods.

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

With 24 g of sugar per 100 g, the snack can cause a rapid rise in blood glucose and should be limited or avoided by people managing diabetes. The salt level of 0.53 g per 100 g is moderate; while lower than many snacks, regular consumption could still contribute to overall sodium intake and may need to be restricted for hypertension.

Is the soy lecithin in this product a concern for soy‑allergic consumers?

Yes. Soy lecithin is derived from soybeans and is listed as an ingredient; it is considered a potential allergen for individuals with soy allergy, so those consumers should avoid this snack.

Hacendado • 270 g

Mini magdalenas con pepitas de chocolate con leche

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Mini magdalenas con pepitas de chocolate con leche are bite‑size sweet cakes sold under the Hacendado brand at Mercadona, classified in the sugary snacks and biscuits‑and‑cakes families. The snack provides 457 kcal per 100 g, with high total fat (24 g) and sugars (24 g), moderate salt (0.53 g), 5.4 g protein and 1.5 g fiber, earning a Nutri‑Score of D and a NOVA‑4 rating for ultra‑processed foods. It contains the allergens eggs, gluten, milk and soy, and includes additives such as E202 (potassium sorbate), E420 (sorbitol), E422 (glycerol) and E471 (mono‑ and diglycerides), making it unsuitable for vegan, gluten‑free or low‑carb diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal457 kcal

Fat24 g

Saturated Fat4 g

Carbohydrates54 g

Sugars24 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet‑snack profile, this mini madeleine contains less sugar (24 g vs 28.98 g) and much lower salt (0.53 g vs 1.98 g), but its total fat is higher (24 g vs 17.65 g) while saturated fat remains below average (4 g vs 7.8 g).

Ingredients

Farinha de trigo, óleo de girassol, açúcar, ovo, pevides de chocolate com leite (cacau: mínimo 30% expressa em relação ao ingrediente composto), 10% [açúcar, leite em pó, manteiga de cacau, massa de cacau, lactose, emulsionante: lecitina de soja e aroma], humidificantes: sorbitol e glicerol, clara de ovo, levedantes: difosfatos e carbonatos de sódio, xarope de glicose-frutose, glúten de trigo, conservante: sorbato de potássio, emulsionante: mono e diglicéridos de ácidos gordos, aroma, sal e corante: carotenos. Pode conter vestígios de frutos de casca rija, mostarda, sementes de sésamo e/ou produtos derivados.

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