Prepared and Processed / Pastries and Desserts
Cookies, camachili
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 443kcal / 2530kcal (17%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 7.8 g/ 71g (10%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 12.2 g/ 42g (29%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 75.6 g/ 348g (21%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.14 mg/ 1mg (11%) |
Vit B2 | 0.12 mg/ 1mg (9%) |
Vit B3 | 2.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (13%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 40 mg/ 750mg (5%) |
Phosphorus | 81 mg/ 700mg (11%) |
Iron | 3.9 mg/ 12mg (32%) source |
Sodium | 734 mg/ 1500mg (48%) |
What is this food?
Camachili cookies (cookies made from camachili). They’re usually sweet, crunchy snacks that mainly provide carbohydrates (sugar/starches) with some fat.
Why it matters to health
Per 100g, camachili cookies can be calorie-dense (443 kcal) and high in total carbohydrates (75.6g) and sodium (734mg). They also contain fat (12.2g), including saturated fat (3.77g). The fiber (3.1g) helps a bit with fullness, but the overall nutrient balance is still more “treat” than “everyday food.” When eaten in small portions and not too often, they can fit into your day—especially since Filipinos typically have 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks. If portions get big or frequency is high, it becomes easier to exceed daily needs for sugar, sodium, and saturated fat.
Healthier tips
- Keep portions small: aim for about 1–2 small pieces or a small serving, not a full 100g pack.
- Pair with something that adds balance: have it with plain milk or unsweetened yogurt, or a piece of fruit to round out your snack.
- Choose lower-sodium options when available, and avoid eating cookies with other salty snacks in the same day.
- Use it as your snack, not a replacement for meals—so your 3 full meals stay the main source of nutrients.
- If you’re watching sugar or blood pressure, limit frequency and be mindful of total daily sodium.
Common Filipino dishes
Camachili cookies, peanut cookies, oatmeal cookies, biskwit/shortbread, barquillos
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