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Chocolate Shortbread - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Chocolate Shortbread Recipe

Chocolate Shortbread has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and low-protein content.

The food contains 17.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and average 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 1.7 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Chocolate Shortbread has been given a composite ranking of 29, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein4%
 Calories from Fat58%
 Calories from Carbs38%

Why this is good for you

  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A435 IU8.7%
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.24 mg0.8%
Thiamin0.09 mg6.3%
Riboflavin0.07 mg4.1%
Niacin0.74 mg3.7%
Vitamin B60.01 mg0.4%
Folate22.4 mcg5.6%
Vitamin B120.02 mcg0.3%
Pantothenic Acid0.07 mg0.7%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium8 mg0.8%
Iron0.85 mg4.7%
Magnesium12.8 mg3.2%
Phosphorus31 mg3.1%
Potassium47.4 mg1.4%
Sodium2.3 mg0.1%
Zinc0.23 mg1.5%
Copper0.1 mg4.8%
Manganese0.16 mg7.9%
Selenium4.5 mcg6.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate17.6 g5.9%
Dietary Fiber1 g4%
Sugars7.4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein1.7 g3.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat11.9 g18.3%
Saturated Fat7.4 g37%
Monounsaturated Fat3.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.5 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 179 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 11.9 g 18.3%

Saturated Fat 7.4 g 37%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 31.2 mg 10.4%

Sodium 2.3 mg 0.1%

Total Carbohydrates 17.6 g 5.9%

Dietary Fiber 1 g4%

Sugars 7.4 g

Protein 1.7 g 3.4%

Vitamin A 8.7% Vitamin C

Calcium 0.8% Iron 4.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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