Snack with coffee or tea

This is a general term for a variety of small, often sweet or savory baked goods enjoyed alongside coffee or tea. Common examples include butter cookies, shortbread, biscotti, or small cakes, typically made from flour, sugar, butter, and eggs. These snacks are a staple in café culture worldwide, from European pastries to Middle Eastern ma'amoul.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

These snacks are generally high in carbohydrates and fat, with a moderate amount of protein. They provide quick energy from sugars and fats, along with some iron and B vitamins from the flour, but are often low in fiber.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	150 kcal
Protein	2 g
Carbs	18 g
Fat	8 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	8 g
Sodium	80 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.1 mg
Folate	25 µg
Calcium	15 mg
Potassium	40 mg
Magnesium	5 mg

Per 2 medium butter cookies (approx. 30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The ritual of pairing these small bites with hot beverages is a cornerstone of social and culinary traditions globally, from the British 'afternoon tea' to the Italian 'merenda'. Nutritionally, they are designed as an energy-dense treat rather than a substantial meal.