Britannia
Britannia The Original Bourbon Chocolate Cream Biscuits | Trans Fat-free
100 g
100 g
Ingredients
Allergen Information
Nutritional Summary
The product scores poorly due to its high content of added sugar and saturated fat relative to its small serving size. A single 10g biscuit provides 7% of the recommended daily allowance for added sugar. The primary ingredients are refined flour (maida) and sugar, offering minimal nutritional value. The presence of numerous artificial colors and flavors further lowers its health score.
Nutritional Facts per 100g
Protein
5 g
of RDA
Very low in Protein. This is not a significant source.
Total Fat
20.3 g
of RDA
Contributes 31% of daily Total Fat needs.
Energy
493.5 kcal
of RDA
Contributes 25% of daily Energy needs.
Carbohydrates
72.7 g
of RDA
Contributes 24% of daily Carbohydrates needs.
Trans Fat
0 g
of RDA
Low in Trans Fat. Good choice for restricted diets.
Cholesterol
0 mg
of RDA
Low in Cholesterol. Good choice for restricted diets.
Sodium
119 mg
of RDA
Low in Sodium. Good choice for restricted diets.
Saturated Fat
10.1 g
of RDA
Moderate in Saturated Fat. Be mindful of total daily intake.
Sugar
38.3 g
of RDA
⚠️ High in Sugar. Monitor intake from other sources.
%RDA: Percentage of Recommended Dietary Allowance based on FSSAI/ICMR guidelines for a 2000 kcal diet.
Healthy Recipe Ideas
Bourbon Biscuit and Yogurt Parfait
Crumble 4-5 Bourbon biscuits into a coarse powder. Layer the biscuit crumble with chilled Greek yogurt and fresh berries in a glass. Repeat the layers and serve immediately.
Health Benefits
This parfait offers a balance of carbohydrates from the biscuit, protein from yogurt, and vitamins from berries, but should be an occasional treat.
Bourbon Banana Smoothie
Blend 2-3 Bourbon biscuits with one frozen banana and a cup of low-fat milk until smooth. For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon. Serve cold.
Health Benefits
A more balanced smoothie that combines the biscuit's flavor with fiber and potassium from the banana.
Additive Analysis
The product contains a wide array of artificial colors permitted by FSSAI. However, colors like Tartrazine (102), Sunset Yellow (110), and Carmoisine (122) have been associated with potential health concerns, including hyperactivity in children, for sensitive individuals. While legally compliant, the high number of additives is a concern from a health perspective.
Preservatives
No preservatives added
Artificial Colors
Artificial Flavors
Marketing Claims
The marketing claims are factual descriptions of the product's type and brand identity ('The Original'). They do not make any misleading health or nutritional claims. The product is accurately represented as an indulgent creme biscuit.