Food Label for Cookie: Crumbl
Cookie: CrumblThis Crumbl cookie is a treat, no doubt. At 220 calories per 1/4 cookie (880 per cookie!), it's calorie-dense. Benefit: It provides some iron (6% DV per serving), which is good. Concern: The sugar content is very high, with 20g of added sugars per serving (40% DV). A whole cookie has 80g added sugar (160% DV!). That's way too much, even for a treat. The first ingredient is all-purpose flour (processed), followed by powdered sugar. Concern: It's high in saturated fat (25% DV per serving). A whole cookie has 100% DV of saturated fat, which isn't great for heart health. Ingredients: The ingredients list includes bleached wheat flour, powdered sugar, butter, sugar, and soybean oil, all of which are highly processed. It also contains additives like guar gum, carob bean gum, and xanthan gum, which are generally safe but can cause digestive issues in some people. The white cake mix also contains palm oil, which is high in saturated fat and has environmental concerns. Better Alternatives: If you want a cookie, consider making your own at home with whole wheat flour and less sugar. Or, opt for a smaller cookie from a bakery that uses better quality ingredients. If you're craving something sweet, try fruit with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a small piece of dark chocolate.