Cookie, butter or sugar, with chocolate icing or filling
Whole food · Baked Products
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A classic butter or sugar cookie, often with a crisp, crumbly texture and a sweet, buttery base, is elevated by a smooth chocolate icing or filling. This combination delivers a rich, indulgent treat with a notable 68.83g of carbohydrates and 33.8g of sugar per 100g, making it a high-energy, celebratory snack.
Calorie split: 3% protein · 55% carbs · 42% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People adore this cookie for its perfect balance of a simple, buttery base with the rich, contrasting flavor of chocolate. It's a versatile treat enjoyed as a standalone snack, a coffee companion, or a decorative dessert centerpiece.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar and refined carbohydrate content can lead to rapid blood-sugar spikes and subsequent crashes. Those monitoring blood sugar, managing weight, or with gluten or dairy allergies should be cautious. To counteract this, pair a single cookie with a source of protein or healthy fat (like a handful of nuts or a glass of milk) to slow sugar absorption, and practice strict portion control.
Key benefits
- Quick source of energy from carbohydrates
- Provides a small amount of dietary fiber (1.9g per 100g)
- Contains some protein (4.1g per 100g) from flour and dairy
- Psychological comfort and enjoyment from a familiar treat
- Often used in social and celebratory settings
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🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The term 'cookie' comes from the Dutch word 'koekje,' meaning 'little cake,' reflecting its origins as a small, test cake baked to check oven temperature.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 2.0 g |
| Energy | 503 kcal |
| Energy | 2105 kj |
| Protein | 4.1 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 23.5 g |
| Ash | 1.6 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 68.8 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.9 g |
| Total Sugars | 33.8 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 19.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.4 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 13.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 74.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 234 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 301 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.20 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.36 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 9.0 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.34 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.19 mg |
| Niacin | 2.1 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.03 mg |
| Folate, total | 71.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 33.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 38.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 94.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 6.7 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.03 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 1.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 7.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.8 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 1.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 6.6 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 7.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 237 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 14.8 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.10 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 9.3 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 5.4 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 2.7 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 2.7 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 5.1 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 4.7 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.36 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.49 g |
| Cholesterol | 1.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.05 g |
| Threonine | 0.13 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.14 g |
| Leucine | 0.26 g |
| Lysine | 0.14 g |
| Methionine | 0.06 g |
| Cystine | 0.07 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.19 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.13 g |
| Valine | 0.19 g |
| Arginine | 0.18 g |
| Histidine | 0.08 g |
| Alanine | 0.15 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.26 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.0 g |
| Glycine | 0.15 g |
| Proline | 0.33 g |
| Serine | 0.18 g |
FAQ
Is this cookie a good source of nutrients?
No, it is primarily a source of energy from fats and sugars. While it provides some protein and minimal fiber, it is considered a discretionary or 'sometimes' food due to its high calorie, sugar, and refined carbohydrate content.
How does the chocolate icing affect the nutrition?
The chocolate icing or filling significantly increases the sugar and fat content, adding more calories and contributing to the rich flavor and smooth texture that makes the cookie so indulgent.
Can I make a healthier version at home?
You can modify recipes by using whole-grain flours, reducing sugar, incorporating nuts or oats for fiber, and using dark chocolate with a high cocoa percentage for the icing to lower sugar and add antioxidants.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 5.03 kcal/g · 3% calories from protein · 1.9 g fiber · 33.8 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 1.29 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.