Sugars and Sweets / Pastries and Desserts
Cookies, pili nut
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 532kcal / 2530kcal (21%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 6.6 g/ 71g (9%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 28.3 g/ 42g (67%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 62.6 g/ 348g (17%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0.55 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.08%) |
Vit B1 | 0.16 mg/ 1mg (13%) |
Vit B2 | 0.27 mg/ 1mg (20%) source |
Vit B3 | 0.6 mg NE/ 16mg NE (3%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 122 mg/ 750mg (16%) source |
Phosphorus | 111 mg/ 700mg (15%) |
Iron | 2.4 mg/ 12mg (20%) source |
Sodium | 364 mg/ 1500mg (24%) |
Allergen Info
Tree Nuts
What is this food?
Pili nut cookies (made with pili nuts). These are sweet baked treats that contain pili nut fats plus flour/sugar, so they’re energy-dense.
Why it matters to health
Pili nuts add healthy fats, but this cookie version is also high in saturated fat (8.02 g per 100 g) and sugar (24.4 g). It also has sodium (364 mg) and calories (532 kcal), so eating too much can crowd out more nutrient-rich snacks. The good side: there’s some dietary fiber (2.2 g), which helps with fullness. Since this is a snack, it’s best to enjoy it in a way that fits your daily meals and keeps your overall sugar and saturated fat in check.
Healthier tips
- Keep portions small: treat it as a snack, not a main meal—start with 1–2 small pieces (about a few tens of grams), then see how you feel.
- Pair with something that adds balance: have it with plain yogurt or fresh fruit, or drink water instead of sweet drinks.
- If you’re having cookies, adjust the rest of the day: choose a lighter snack later (e.g., fruit or nuts in small amounts) so you don’t stack too much sugar.
- For better choices, look for versions with less sugar or higher nut content, and avoid eating straight from the pack—portion first.
Common Filipino dishes
Pili nut cookies, Pili nut candies, Buko pie, Peanut brittle, Banana cue, Turon
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