Catalina Crunch Chocolate Vanilla Sandwich Cookies
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Low Sodium
- Low Added Sugar
- Saturated Fat
- Protein
Verdict
Catalina Crunch Chocolate Vanilla Sandwich Cookies are a plant-based version of a cream-filled snack. Their main strength is low sodium, while their main tradeoff is a more formulated profile. Overall, they function as a specialized alternative to traditional bakery cookies.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Pair them with a glass of unsweetened soy or almond milk for a simple dessert.
Nutrition Overview
The label shows a lower amount of sodium and added sugar than is common for this snack type. Calorie and saturated fat levels are moderate, reflecting the fat-based nature of the sandwich filling.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 100 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 6g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 125mg | 5% |
| Total Carbs | 13g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g | 7% |
| Total Sugars | 3g | — |
| Added Sugars | 3g | 6% |
| Protein | 3g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.3mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 40mg | 0% |
Ingredient Analysis
The cookies are built from pea protein, allulose, and cassava flour, with palm and sunflower oils providing the structure. The recipe relies on a blend of alternative sweeteners, refined starches, and industrial gums to replicate a traditional cookie texture.
Ingredients
Pea Protein, Allulose, Cane Sugar, Palm Oil, Sunflower Oil, Cassava Flour, Tapioca Starch, Cocoa Powder (Processed with Alkali), Chicory Root Fiber, Natural Flavors, Xanthan Gum, Sea Salt, Sunflower Lecithin, Cocoa Extract, Baking Soda, Stevia Extract, Monk Fruit Extract.
