Sugars and Sweets / Pastries and Desserts
Cookies, sandwich type, choc-filled
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 515kcal / 2530kcal (20%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 5.7 g/ 71g (8%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 24.9 g/ 42g (59%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 67.1 g/ 348g (19%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0.15 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.02%) |
Vit B1 | 0.18 mg/ 1mg (15%) |
Vit B2 | 0.15 mg/ 1mg (11%) |
Vit B3 | 2.4 mg NE/ 16mg NE (15%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 61 mg/ 750mg (8%) |
Phosphorus | 73 mg/ 700mg (10%) |
Iron | 1.8 mg/ 12mg (15%) |
Sodium | 223 mg/ 1500mg (14%) |
What is this food?
Chocolate-filled sandwich cookies (sweet, choc-filled cookies).
Why it matters to health
These cookies are energy-dense, so a small serving can add up quickly to your daily calories. They also have high saturated fat and sugar, which can make it easier to exceed recommended limits if eaten often. On the positive side, they provide some dietary fiber (5.6 g per 100 g), which helps with fullness and digestion. They also contain sodium (223 mg per 100 g), so frequent snacking can add extra salt. Since this is a sweet treat, it fits best when you keep portions small and place it in your snack time rather than replacing full meals.
Healthier tips
- Keep it as an occasional snack, not a daily habit.
- Use a smaller portion (for example, 1–2 pieces depending on size) and pair it with water or unsweetened tea.
- If you want something sweet, balance it with a meal that has protein and fiber (e.g., eggs, chicken, fish, tofu, or yogurt + fruit) so your blood sugar rise is less sharp.
- Choose days where you can limit other sugary items that day (dessert, soft drinks, sweet drinks).
- For better fiber and fullness, add fruit on the side (banana, apple, or berries) instead of eating more cookies.
Common Filipino dishes
Chocolate sandwich cookies, ensaymada, mamon, hopia, bibingka
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