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Peruvian Alfajores - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Peruvian Alfajores Recipe

Peruvian Alfajores has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Folate.

The food contains 24.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 2.5 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 a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Peruvian cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Peruvian Alfajores has been given a composite ranking of 72, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein4%
 Calories from Fat52%
 Calories from Carbs43%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Sodium
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0 IU
Vitamin C0 mg
Thiamin0.24 mg16%
Niacin2.6 mg13%
Vitamin B60.02 mg1%
Folate84 mcg21%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium10 mg1%
Iron1.8 mg10%
Magnesium8 mg2%
Potassium22 mg0.6%
Sodium14 mg0.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate24.9 g8.3%
Dietary Fiber0.6 g2.4%
Sugars8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2.5 g5%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat13.4 g20.6%
Saturated Fat3.2 g16%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 229 Calories from Fat 120

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 13.4 g 20.6%

Saturated Fat 3.2 g 16%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 14 mg 0.6%

Total Carbohydrates 24.9 g 8.3%

Dietary Fiber 0.6 g2.4%

Sugars 8 g

Protein 2.5 g 5%

Vitamin A Vitamin C

Calcium 1% Iron 10%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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