Nairn's Oat Grahams Chocolate Chip
Why It Scored This Way
Weak nutritional value, significant processing, or both make this product less supportive of a health-focused diet.
- Saturated Fat
- Fiber
- Added Sugar
Verdict
Nairn's Oat Grahams Chocolate Chip are gluten-free, oat-based cookies. Their main strength is the inclusion of whole grain oats, while their main tradeoff is the amount of added sugar. Overall, they are a plant-based dessert option for those seeking a gluten-free treat.
How to Use This
Best kept to limited use within a balanced diet, in controlled portions and not as a routine choice. Pair them with a bowl of fresh berries or a glass of plant-based milk for a simple dessert.
Nutrition Overview
The nutrition panel shows a profile dominated by added sugars and moderate saturated fat. While there is a small amount of fiber and protein, the calorie density is primarily driven by sweeteners and fats.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 190 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 8g | 10% |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5g | 18% |
| Sodium | 170mg | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g | 7% |
| Total Sugars | 8g | — |
| Added Sugars | 8g | 16% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
Ingredient Analysis
These cookies start with gluten-free whole grain oats and dark chocolate chips, but the formula is rounded out with sustainable palm oil and several sweeteners, including brown and invert sugars. The use of tapioca starch and leavening agents reflects a more formulated, processed approach to achieve the graham cracker texture.
Ingredients
GLUTEN FREE WHOLE GRAIN OATS, DARK CHOCOLATE CHIPS (SUGAR, CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, COCOA BUTTER, SOY LECITHIN, VANILLA FLAVORING), SUSTAINABLE PALM OIL, BROWN SUGAR, INULIN (FROM CHICORY ROOT), INVERT SUGAR, DARK CHOCOLATE POWDER (SUGAR, CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, FAT REDUCED COCOA POWDER), TAPIOCA STARCH, LEAVENING (AMMONIUM BICARBONATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE), NATURAL FLAVORING, SEA SALT.
