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Macaroon

Macaroon is a small sweet cookie often made with shredded coconut, sugar and egg white (distinct from the French macaron) and commonly served as a chewy dessert or tea-time treat. It is quite energy-dense at 460kcal per 100g, reflecting its high sugar and fat content. While enjoyable in small amounts, macaroons are low in protein and are best consumed occasionally rather than as a regular snack because of their concentrated sugars and saturated fat; choosing a lower-sugar or oat-and-nut alternative can give a similar texture with more fiber and enduring satiety.

Vegetarian · Lactose free · Gluten free · Ultra-processed · ~1.80€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

E-

Use selectively

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

460 kcal

23% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

3 g

6% RDI

Fat

23 g

20g sat fat

Carbs

61 g

22% RDI

Sugar

45 g

90% RDI

Fiber

5.1 g

17% RDI

Salt

0.2 g

5% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

E- · 1.1 / 10

Healthy alternatives

Ingredients that rank higher on the overall quality profile and might substitute well in some recipes.

Frequently asked

Q.01Is Macaroon healthy?

Macaroon is rated E- on overall nutritional quality and is best consumed in moderation alongside more nutrient-dense foods.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Macaroon?

Macaroon is NOVA 4 - Ultra-processed.

Q.05Is Macaroon gluten free?

Yes, Macaroon is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Macaroon?

100g of Macaroon contains 460 kcal, 3.02g protein, 61.2g carbohydrates, 22.6g fat, and 5.1g fiber.

Q.04Is Macaroon vegetarian?

Yes, Macaroon is vegetarian but not vegan.

Q.06Is Macaroon lactose free?

Yes, Macaroon is lactose free.

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