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Butter Shortbread Cookies - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Butter Shortbread Cookies Recipe

Butter Shortbread Cookies has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 42g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and high in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its high sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 4 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to American cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Dessert.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Butter Shortbread Cookies has been given a composite ranking of 19, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein4%
 Calories from Fat49%
 Calories from Carbs46%

Why this is good for you

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A500 IU10%
Vitamin C0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium20 mg2%
Iron1.8 mg10%
Potassium45 mg1.3%
Sodium320 mg13.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate42 g14%
Dietary Fiber1 g4%
Sugars18 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4 g8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat20 g30.8%
Saturated Fat12 g60%

Popular Questions Asked

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 360 Calories from Fat 180

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20 g 30.8%

Saturated Fat 12 g 60%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 90 mg 30%

Sodium 320 mg 13.3%

Total Carbohydrates 42 g 14%

Dietary Fiber 1 g4%

Sugars 18 g

Protein 4 g 8%

Vitamin A 10% Vitamin C

Calcium 2% Iron 10%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Butter-Shortbread-Cookies-236612 Embed Table:

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