McVitie's
McVitie's Coconut Cookies
572 g
572 g
Ingredients
Allergen Information
Nutritional Summary
The product scores poorly due to its high content of added sugar (6.14g per 22g serving) and its primary ingredient being refined wheat flour (Maida). It also contains palm oil, contributing to saturated fat, and uses artificial flavors. While it is trans-fat free, the overall nutritional profile is unbalanced, making it suitable only as an infrequent treat.
Nutritional Facts per 100g
Protein
7.2 g
of RDA
Low in Protein. Seek other food sources.
Dietary Fiber
3.5 g
of RDA
Low in Dietary Fiber. Seek other food sources.
Carbohydrates
72.9 g
of RDA
Contributes 24% of daily Carbohydrates needs.
Total Fat
15.3 g
of RDA
Contributes 24% of daily Total Fat needs.
Energy
458.1 kcal
of RDA
Contributes 23% of daily Energy 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
414.7 mg
of RDA
Low in Sodium. Good choice for restricted diets.
Saturated Fat
7.3 g
of RDA
Acceptable levels of Saturated Fat.
Sugar
27.9 g
of RDA
Moderate in Sugar. 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
Coconut Cookie & Berry Yogurt Parfait
Crush 2-3 coconut cookies. In a glass, create layers starting with Greek yogurt, then a sprinkle of the cookie crumble, followed by a layer of mixed berries. Repeat once and serve chilled.
Health Benefits
Balances the cookie's carbs with protein from yogurt and vitamins from fresh fruit.
No-Bake Coconut Cheesecake Bites
Finely crush 4-5 cookies and mix with 1 tablespoon of melted butter. Press this mixture into the base of small silicone molds. Top with a mix of paneer (or cream cheese), a dash of honey, and lemon juice. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Health Benefits
Creates a portion-controlled dessert while adding protein from paneer/cheese.
Additive Analysis
The additives used, including raising agents, emulsifiers, and the dough conditioner/preservative (INS 223), are permitted under FSSAI regulations. However, INS 223 is a sulphite, which can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. The use of artificial flavors indicates a highly processed product.
Preservatives
Artificial Colors
No artificial colors added
Artificial Flavors
Marketing Claims
The marketing claims are straightforward and do not mislead the consumer. The product is marketed as a coconut-flavored cookie in a large pack, which is accurate. There are no unsubstantiated health or nutritional claims on the front of the pack.