Glutino, Gluten Free Wafers, Lemon Flavored
Whole food · Baked Products
Glutino's Lemon Flavored Wafers are a crisp, gluten-free cookie with a bright, zesty lemon cream filling sandwiched between two delicate, buttery wafer layers. The texture is light and crunchy, dissolving quickly on the tongue with a burst of sweet citrus flavor. Nutritionally, they are a high-carb, high-sugar treat with minimal protein or fiber, providing a quick energy boost.
Calorie split: 0% protein · 58% carbs · 42% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love these wafers for their cheerful, sunny lemon flavor that cuts through the sweetness, and their satisfyingly crisp texture that makes them a perfect companion to coffee or tea. They are a beloved nostalgic treat for many, evoking memories of classic bakery wafers made accessible for gluten-free diets.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
With 42.31g of sugar per 100g and zero fiber, they can cause rapid blood-sugar spikes and offer little satiety, making them a poor choice for sustained energy or blood sugar management. To counteract this, pair a small portion with a source of protein or fat (like a handful of nuts or a cheese stick) to slow digestion, and practice strict portion control by serving a single wafer rather than eating from the package.
Key benefits
- Certified gluten-free for celiac or gluten-sensitive diets
- Provides a quick source of energy from carbohydrates
- Offers a familiar, comforting snack format
- Bright lemon flavor can satisfy a sweet and tart craving
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The classic wafer cookie's grid pattern isn't just for looks; it was historically designed to help the cookie bake evenly and to provide more surface area for cream filling to adhere to.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 1.1 g |
| Energy | 515 kcal |
| Energy | 2156 kj |
| Protein | 0.00 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 24.2 g |
| Ash | 0.30 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 74.4 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 42.3 g |
| Sucrose | 42.3 g |
| Glucose | 0.00 g |
| Fructose | 0.00 g |
| Lactose | 0.00 g |
| Maltose | 0.00 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Starch | 33.5 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 9.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.18 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 3.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 39.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 36.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 111 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.03 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.00 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.02 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.00 ug |
| Thiamin | 0.04 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.07 mg |
| Niacin | 0.07 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.00 mg |
| Folate, total | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 3.1 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.09 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 1.2 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.36 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 3.3 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.35 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 4.8 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 10.5 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 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.23 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 9.1 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.94 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.08 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 8.3 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 | 8.2 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c | 8.2 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.04 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 | 2.5 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.10 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.09 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:3i | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-3 | 0.01 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 | 0.04 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 0.01 g |
| TFA 16:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:1 t | 0.01 g |
| TFA 22:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:2 t not further defined | 0.03 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic | 0.03 g |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Rice, white, glutinous, unenriched, uncooked — USDA does not publish this profile for Glutino.
| Tryptophan | 0.08 g |
| Threonine | 0.24 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.29 g |
| Leucine | 0.56 g |
| Lysine | 0.25 g |
| Methionine | 0.16 g |
| Cystine | 0.14 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.36 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.23 g |
| Valine | 0.42 g |
| Arginine | 0.57 g |
| Histidine | 0.16 g |
| Alanine | 0.40 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.64 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.3 g |
| Glycine | 0.31 g |
| Proline | 0.32 g |
| Serine | 0.36 g |
FAQ
Are these wafers suitable for a keto or low-carb diet?
No. With 74.39g of carbohydrates and 42.31g of sugar per 100g, they are very high in carbs and sugar, making them incompatible with keto or low-carb dietary patterns.
Do they taste exactly like regular, gluten-containing lemon wafers?
Most find the taste and texture remarkably similar. The gluten-free flour blend used creates a comparable crispness and buttery flavor, though some may detect a very slight difference in the wafer's crumb structure.
What is the best way to store them to maintain freshness?
Keep them in their original sealed packaging or an airtight container at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. This will preserve their signature crispness for the longest time.
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 5.15 kcal/g · 0% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 42.3 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: 3.08 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.