Cookies, chocolate chip sandwich, with creme filling
Whole food · Baked Products
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A classic sandwich cookie featuring two chocolate chip cookies bonded by a sweet, creamy filling. The texture is a delightful contrast between the slightly crisp, buttery cookie and the smooth, sugary center. Nutritionally, it's a high-energy treat, delivering a significant carbohydrate and sugar load with minimal protein or fiber.
💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the nostalgic, comforting combination of sweet chocolate chips and creamy filling, reminiscent of childhood treats. Its portability makes it a convenient and satisfying dessert or snack for sharing.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar and refined carbohydrate content can lead to rapid blood-sugar spikes and subsequent energy crashes. Those monitoring sugar intake, managing diabetes, or with gluten or dairy allergies should exercise caution. Tip: Pair 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
- Provides a quick source of energy from carbohydrates
- Offers a satisfying sweet treat for celebrations or snacks
- Convenient, pre-portioned format for on-the-go consumption
- Familiar, comforting flavor profile for many people
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The cream filling in many sandwich cookies is primarily made of sugar and hydrogenated vegetable oil, designed for shelf stability rather than containing dairy cream.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 14.9 g |
| Energy | 425 kcal |
| Energy | 1777 kj |
| Protein | 2.9 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 17.6 g |
| Ash | 0.95 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 |
| Vitamin A, IU | 1.0 iu |
| 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), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| 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 13:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 3.8 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 2.0 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 4.5 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 4.5 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 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 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 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 | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 4.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 61.0 mg |
FAQ
Is the creme filling made from real cream?
Typically, no. The filling is usually a confection made from sugar, vegetable oil (often hydrogenated), and flavorings, designed for stability and texture rather than being a dairy-based cream.
Why does it have so much sugar?
Sugar is a primary ingredient for both the cookie dough and the creme filling, providing sweetness, texture, and preservation. This results in a product where sugar can make up over a third of the total weight.
Can I find versions with less sugar or more protein?
While mainstream brands are high in sugar, some specialty or health-focused brands offer alternatives with reduced sugar, added fiber, or higher protein content, though the classic taste and texture will vary.