Scotch Shortbread (Cookies) Recipe

Scotch Shortbread (Cookies) has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and low-protein content.

The food contains 11.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low 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. With 0.7 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.

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

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

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 4, for Scotch Shortbread (Cookies), and we advise that this food sparingly.