Why is Pâte feuilletée fourrée d'abricot classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines refined wheat flour, added sugars, palm and rapeseed oils, and a range of additives such as the preservative sorbic acid (E202), calcium propionate (E282), antioxidant vitamin C (E300), acidifier citric acid (E330) and emulsifier lecithin (E471), all of which are typical of ultra‑processed foods classified as NOVA 4.

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

With 32 g of sugar and 10 g of saturated fat per 100 g, the pastry can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes and increase LDL cholesterol, which are detrimental for diabetes management and may raise blood pressure, so it should be consumed only occasionally and in small portions by those with these conditions.

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

Yes, the primary ingredient is wheat flour, which contains gluten; the product is therefore not suitable for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

Patisserie • 200 g

Pâte feuilletée fourrée d'abricot

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Pâte feuilletée fourrée d'abricot belongs to the sugary snacks and biscuits and cakes families, offering a flaky pastry filled with apricot. It carries a Nutri-Score of E and is classified in NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature with added sugars, refined flour, palm oil and several additives. While it provides a vegan-friendly profile and contains fruit, it is high in sugar, saturated fat and contains gluten, making it less suitable for low‑sugar or gluten‑free diets.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal418 kcal

Fat19 g

Saturated Fat10 g

Carbohydrates58 g

Sugars32 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average sugary snacks, this pastry contains higher levels of sugar (32 g vs 28.98 g), fat (19 g vs 17.65 g) and saturated fat (10 g vs 7.8 g), while its salt content (0.9 g) is lower than the average 1.98 g.

Ingredients

Farine de blé, sucre, huile et matière grasse végétale (palme, colza), 11% abricot, sirop de glucose-fructose, amidon de mais modifié, amidon de blé, sel, acidifiant (acide citrique), conservateur (E202, E282), arôme, antioxydant (E300), émulsifiant (E471, végétal), el, farine de riz.

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Carrefour

230 g