Petit Beurre
Petit Beurre is a classic French butter biscuit, known for its distinctive rectangular shape with scalloped edges and small holes. It's made from simple, high-quality ingredients like flour, butter, sugar, and salt, resulting in a delicate, crisp texture. Originating in Nantes, France, in 1886, it has become an iconic tea-time treat worldwide.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
As a butter-based biscuit, it is primarily a source of carbohydrates and fat, with minimal protein. A typical serving of two biscuits (about 16g) provides roughly 70-80 calories, along with small amounts of calcium and iron from the flour.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 130 kcal |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Carbs | 22 g |
| Fat | 4 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Calcium | 20 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.1 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.2 mg |
| Folate | 25 µg |
| Phosphorus | 30 mg |
| Magnesium | 5 mg |
| Selenium | 3 µg |
Per 4 biscuits (30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The Petit Beurre's design is not just decorative; the holes allow steam to escape during baking for an even crispness, and its shape is trademarked. Nutritionally, it's often used as a first solid food for infants in some cultures due to its simple ingredients and dissolvable texture.
