Let's Try
Let's Try Fruit Cake Rusk
200 g
200 g
Ingredients
Allergen Information
Nutritional Summary
The product scores poorly due to a high concentration of added sugar (4.68g per 20g serving) and saturated fat (2.37g per 20g serving). These values represent a significant portion of the daily recommended intake for a very small serving size. While it contains some whole wheat flour, the presence of refined flour, shortening, and high sugar content diminishes its overall nutritional value, making it an occasional treat rather than a healthy snack.
Nutritional Facts per 100g
Protein
7.46 g
of RDA
Low in Protein. Seek other food sources.
Dietary Fiber
3.46 g
of RDA
Low in Dietary Fiber. Seek other food sources.
Total Fat
20.15 g
of RDA
Contributes 31% of daily Total Fat needs.
Energy
483.67 kcal
of RDA
Contributes 24% of daily Energy needs.
Carbohydrates
68.37 g
of RDA
Contributes 23% of daily Carbohydrates needs.
Trans Fat
0.01 g
of RDA
Low in Trans Fat. Good choice for restricted diets.
Cholesterol
1 mg
of RDA
Low in Cholesterol. Good choice for restricted diets.
Sodium
129.12 mg
of RDA
Low in Sodium. Good choice for restricted diets.
Sugar
24.61 g
of RDA
Acceptable levels of Sugar.
Saturated Fat
11.85 g
of RDA
Moderate in Saturated Fat. Be mindful of total daily intake.
%RDA: Percentage of Recommended Dietary Allowance based on FSSAI/ICMR guidelines for a 2000 kcal diet.
Healthy Recipe Ideas
Yogurt Rusk Parfait
Crumble one fruit cake rusk into a small bowl. Top with three tablespoons of thick yogurt or dahi. Garnish with a few pomegranate seeds and mint leaves for a refreshing twist.
Health Benefits
This recipe balances the rusk's carbohydrates with protein from yogurt and vitamins from fresh fruit.
Warm Milk & Rusk Bowl
Break two rusks into coarse pieces. In a pan, warm one cup of low-fat milk with a pinch of cardamom powder. Pour the warm milk over the rusk pieces and let it soak for a minute before eating.
Health Benefits
A comforting snack that combines the rusk with the calcium and protein benefits of milk.
Additive Analysis
The additives used, such as Raising Agent (INS 503 - Ammonium Carbonate) and artificial flavors, are permitted under FSSAI regulations and generally considered safe for consumption. However, the use of artificial flavors may be a concern for consumers seeking all-natural products.
Preservatives
Artificial Colors
No artificial colors added
Artificial Flavors
Marketing Claims
The marketing claims are highly misleading. The front-of-pack claim '100% WHEAT FLOUR 0% MAIDA' and the back-of-pack claim 'NO Refined Flour' are directly contradicted by the ingredients list, which explicitly includes 'Refined Wheat Flour'. This is a significant misrepresentation of the product's composition. While the 'Trans Fat Free' and 'Zero Cholesterol' claims are technically compliant as the values are below the quantification limit, the primary claim about the flour type is false.