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

The biscuit is made with refined wheat flour, added sugars, palm‑derived vegetable fat and several processing aids such as sodium bicarbonate (E500 ii) and an emulsifier (lecithin), which together place it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

How does the high sugar content in Chiquitillos affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 35 g of sugar per 100 g, the snack can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for diabetic management, while its very low salt (0.19 g) has minimal impact on blood‑pressure but the overall high carbohydrate load is not ideal for hypertension control.

Is Chiquitillos suitable for vegan, keto, or gluten‑free diets?

No; the product contains wheat flour (gluten) and milk powder (animal‑derived), so it is not gluten‑free or vegan, and its high carbohydrate and sugar levels make it incompatible with ketogenic dietary plans.

Coral

Chiquitillos

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Chiquitillos are sweet biscuit snacks from the Coral brand, positioned in the sugary snacks and biscuits category. They carry a Nutri‑Score of E and belong to NOVA group 4, reflecting an ultra‑processed product with 35 g of sugar per 100 g, while containing 12 g fat, 5.8 g saturated fat and a low salt level of 0.19 g. The composition includes wheat flour, added sugars, palm‑derived vegetable fat and milk powder, and it may trigger gluten, milk, egg, soy or nut allergies.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal448 kcal

Fat12 g

Saturated Fat5.8 g

Carbohydrates77 g

Sugars35 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet snack, Chiquitillos contain considerably more sugar (35 g vs 28.98 g per 100 g) but less fat (12 g vs 17.65 g), lower saturated fat and salt, and slightly less fiber.

Ingredients

Farine de blé, Sucre, Graisse végétale Palmel. Dextrose, Lait en poudre écrémé, Emulsifiant: Lécitine Poudres à lever: Bicarbonates de sodium et d'ammenun. Sel et Arôme. Contient Gluten et Lait. Peut contenir des traces d'Oeuf, Soja et de Fruit à coque. Tenir au fraiset sec. Próteger des rayons solaires.

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