Cookies, sugar wafers with creme filling, regular
Whole food · Baked Products
A crisp, layered wafer cookie sandwiching a sweet, creamy filling, delivering a satisfying crunch followed by a smooth, sugary melt. With 502 kcal per 100g, it's a calorie-dense treat where carbohydrates, primarily from sugar, dominate the nutritional profile. The texture is a delightful interplay of airy, brittle wafer and dense, sweet creme.
Calorie split: 3% protein · 56% carbs · 41% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love these for their nostalgic, simple sweetness and the satisfying crunch-to-creamy texture ratio. They are a classic, versatile snack that pairs well with coffee, milk, or as a quick dessert.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (over 42g per 100g) can cause rapid blood-sugar spikes, making it unsuitable for those monitoring glucose levels. To mitigate, pair with a source of protein or fat (like a handful of nuts or a glass of milk) and practice strict portion control, limiting to one or two wafers at a time.
Key benefits
- Quick source of energy from carbohydrates
- Provides a satisfying textural contrast (crunch and cream)
- Convenient, shelf-stable snack
- Often individually wrapped for portion control
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The iconic grid pattern on sugar wafers is not just decorative; it helps the creme filling adhere better and creates more surface area for a crispier texture.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 1.7 g |
| Energy | 502 kcal |
| Energy | 2102 kj |
| Protein | 3.8 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 23.2 g |
| Ash | 0.61 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 70.6 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.6 g |
| Total Sugars | 43.0 g |
| Sucrose | 40.6 g |
| Glucose | 0.00 g |
| Fructose | 0.00 g |
| Lactose | 2.3 g |
| Maltose | 0.00 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Starch | 25.9 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 27.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 3.7 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 16.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 72.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 117 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 103 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.43 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.07 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.42 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 3.7 ug |
| Fluoride, F | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.04 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.12 mg |
| Niacin | 2.2 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.40 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.04 mg |
| Folate, total | 77.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 75.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 1.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 129 ug |
| Choline, total | 1.2 mg |
| Betaine | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 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 | 25.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 2.5 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.17 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 1.6 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.55 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.06 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.60 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 3.2 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.95 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 2.1 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0.50 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 9.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 77.0 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 11.9 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.53 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.38 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 9.0 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.7 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.08 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.02 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 7.7 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 16:1 c | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 7.6 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c | 7.5 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.05 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 c | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 2.7 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 2.6 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c | 2.4 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.09 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.09 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-6 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:4 | 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-monoenoic | 0.08 g |
| TFA 16:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:1 t | 0.08 g |
| TFA 22:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:2 t not further defined | 0.15 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic | 0.15 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
| Phytosterols | 102 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.05 g |
| Threonine | 0.11 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.14 g |
| Leucine | 0.26 g |
| Lysine | 0.10 g |
| Methionine | 0.06 g |
| Cystine | 0.07 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.19 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.12 g |
| Valine | 0.17 g |
| Arginine | 0.17 g |
| Histidine | 0.08 g |
| Alanine | 0.13 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.20 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.2 g |
| Glycine | 0.14 g |
| Proline | 0.39 g |
| Serine | 0.19 g |
FAQ
Are sugar wafers gluten-free?
No, traditional sugar wafers are made with wheat flour, which contains gluten. They are not suitable for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
How should I store sugar wafers to keep them crisp?
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Once opened, reseal the package tightly to prevent them from becoming stale or soft.
Can sugar wafers be used in baking?
Yes, they are often crushed and used as a base for no-bake pie crusts, as a topping for ice cream, or layered in trifles and parfaits for added texture.
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 5.02 kcal/g · 3% calories from protein · 1.6 g fiber · 43.0 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: 0.88 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.