Peppermint Candy Shortbread Cookies Recipe
Peppermint Candy Shortbread Cookies has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and low-protein content.
The food contains 9.3g 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 0.6 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 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 Peppermint Candy Shortbread Cookies, and we advise that this food sparingly.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 3% | |
| Calories from Fat | 50% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 47% |
Why this is good for you
- Low in Cholesterol
- Very low in Sodium
Why this is bad for you
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 850 IU | 17% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Retinol | 225 mcg | |||
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
| Vitamin D | 18.8 IU | 4.7% | Top 30% | High |
| Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
| Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
| Niacin | 0 mg | |||
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
| Folate | 12.5 mcg | 3.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 18.8 mg | 1.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Iron | 0 mg | |||
| Magnesium | 12.5 mg | 3.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Phosphorus | 50 mg | 5% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Potassium | 56.3 mg | 1.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Sodium | 196.9 mg | 8.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Zinc | 0 mg | |||
| Copper | 0 mg | |||
| Manganese | 0 mg | |||
| Selenium | 12.5 mcg | 17.9% | Top 30% | High |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.1 g | 19.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.63 g | 2.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Starch | 0 g | |||
| Sugars | 25 g | |||
| Sucrose | 6.3 mg | |||
| Glucose | 0 mg | |||
| Fructose | 0 mg | |||
| Lactose | 0 mg | |||
| Maltose | 0 mg | |||
| Galactose | 0 mg |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 3.8 g | 7.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
| Threonine | 0 mg | |||
| Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
| Leucine | 0 mg | |||
| Lysine | 0 mg | |||
| Methionine | 0 mg | |||
| Cystine | 0 mg | |||
| Phenylalanine | 0 mg | |||
| Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
| Valine | 0 mg | |||
| Arginine | 0 mg | |||
| Histidine | 0 mg | |||
| Alanine | 0 mg | |||
| Aspartic Acid | 0 mg | |||
| Glutamic Acid | 0 mg | |||
| Glycine | 0 mg | |||
| Proline | 0 mg | |||
| Serine | 0 mg |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 27.5 g | 42.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Saturated Fat | 16.9 g | 84.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.3 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g |
Other Nutrients Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0 g | |||
| Water | 12.5 g | |||
| Ash | 0 g | |||
| Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
| Theobromine | 0 mg |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 80 Calories from Fat 40
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.4 g 6.8%
Saturated Fat 2.7 g 13.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 11.6 mg 3.9%
Sodium 31.5 mg 1.3%
Total Carbohydrates 9.3 g 3.1%
Dietary Fiber 0.1 g0.4%
Sugars 4 g
Protein 0.6 g 1.2%
Vitamin A 2.7% Vitamin C
Calcium 0.3% Iron
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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