Cookie, chocolate chip sandwich
Common food
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A classic sandwich cookie consisting of two soft or crisp chocolate chip cookies with a creamy filling, often vanilla or chocolate buttercream. It offers a delightful contrast between the buttery, chocolate-studded cookie and the smooth, sweet center. Nutritionally, it is a dense source of quick energy from carbohydrates and sugars, with a modest amount of fat.
💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the nostalgic, comforting combination of a familiar cookie texture with a decadent, creamy filling. Its versatility makes it a popular choice for both casual snacking and as a component in more elaborate desserts.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (38.24g per 100g) can lead to rapid blood sugar spikes, making it a poor choice for those managing diabetes or seeking sustained energy. It is also calorie-dense and often contains common allergens like wheat, eggs, and milk. To mitigate this, enjoy a single cookie as a treat, pair it with a source of protein or healthy fat (like a handful of nuts or a glass of milk) to slow sugar absorption, and ensure it's part of a balanced meal.
Key benefits
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates
- Contains small amounts of calcium and iron from flour and chocolate
- Offers a satisfying, convenient sweet treat
- Can serve as a morale-boosting snack or dessert
- Widely available and requires no preparation
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🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The chocolate chip cookie, the core component, was invented by accident in the 1930s when Ruth Graves Wakefield of the Toll House Inn added chopped chocolate to cookie dough, expecting it to melt completely.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 14.9 g |
| Energy | 425 kcal |
| Protein | 2.9 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 17.6 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 63.5 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 38.2 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 0.00 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.1 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 25.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 59.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 94.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 279 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.69 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.21 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 11.8 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.25 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.17 mg |
| Niacin | 1.8 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.02 mg |
| Folate, total | 56.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 46.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 10.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 88.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 11.3 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.02 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 |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 8.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.8 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 4.2 ug |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 5.9 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 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 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 3.8 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 2.0 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 4.5 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 4.5 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 6.4 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 6.0 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.37 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 |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 4.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 61.0 mg |
FAQ
Is a chocolate chip sandwich cookie the same as an Oreo?
No. An Oreo is a specific brand of chocolate sandwich cookie with a creme filling, typically made with chocolate wafers. A chocolate chip sandwich cookie uses chocolate chip cookies as the base.
Can I make a healthier version at home?
Yes. You can reduce sugar, use whole wheat flour, substitute some butter with applesauce, and fill with Greek yogurt or a reduced-sugar frosting. This improves the fiber and protein content.
Why does it have 0g of fiber?
The primary ingredients are refined white flour and sugar, which are stripped of their natural fiber. The chocolate chips and small amount of other ingredients do not contribute enough fiber to register per 100g serving.