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Popular tea biscuit, lightly sweet, crisp
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
4 piece (medium) of Carmen biscuit (32 g) has 141 calories. That works out to 440 calories per 100 g. It contains 24 g of carbs, 2.2 g of protein, 3.8 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 4 piece (medium) · 32 g
141
KCAL / 32G
Carbs
24g
· 9% DV
Protein
2.2g
· 4% DV
Fat
3.8g
· 5% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 69% · Protein 6% · Fat 25%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 141 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.8 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.76 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 102 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 24 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 4 piece (medium) | 32 g | 141 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 6 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 8 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 10 g | 44 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 16 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 32 g | 141 kcal |
| 6 piece (large) | 48 g | 211 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 80 g | 352 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 440 kcal |
Calculated from 440 calories per 100 g.
A Carmen biscuit is a crisp, lightly sweet tea biscuit made as a packaged snack. It is an ultra-processed food, and its sweet, refined-biscuit format makes it better suited to an occasional snack than a meal.
A Carmen biscuit is typically made with flour, sugar, fat and raising agents, though the exact formulation can vary. Gluten, eggs, dairy and soy are listed as allergens for this product.
A Carmen biscuit is crisp and porous, so it absorbs tea quickly and softens. Dunk it briefly and lift it out promptly; leaving it in the cup makes it more likely to crumble.
Yes, Carmen biscuits work well in a no-bake biscuit cake. Break them into chunky pieces before folding them into the chocolate mixture; very fine crumbs will give the cake a more uniform, less textured finish.
Keep Carmen biscuits in an airtight container in a cool, dry place after opening. Moisture quickly takes away their crispness, so avoid storing them near a kettle, sink or strongly scented foods.
People with diabetes can include Carmen biscuits in a planned eating pattern, but the biscuits contain carbohydrates and sugar that can raise blood glucose. Keep the portion modest and account for it alongside the rest of the meal.
Yes, Carmen biscuits can stand in for ladyfingers in a homemade tiramisu, but they are thinner and may soften faster. Dip them very briefly in the coffee so the layers do not become soggy.
Carmen biscuits can be an occasional snack for children, but they are sweet packaged biscuits and may not keep a child full for long on their own. Pairing one with fruit or yogurt makes a more substantial snack.
Yes, crush Carmen biscuits and mix the crumbs with melted butter to make a cheesecake base. Press the mixture firmly into the tin and chill it before adding the filling so the crust holds together.
If Carmen biscuits have softened from humidity but look and smell normal, briefly warming them at low heat and cooling them completely may restore some crispness. Discard them if you see mold or notice an unusual smell.
Vitamins
B2
0.06mg · 5% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
B3
0.38mg · 2% DV
B5
0.08mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
102mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
29mg · 4% DV
Iron
0.67mg · 4% DV
Selenium
1.92µg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
38mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 141 calories in 4 piece (medium) (32 g):
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Carmen biscuit is a lightly sweet, crisp tea biscuit sold as a packaged snack. Its simple flavour and dry, crunchy texture make it easy to enjoy on its own or alongside a hot drink, rather than as a rich dessert.
It fits naturally into tea breaks and casual snacking, and can also be served with coffee or packed for a quick bite. Nutritionally, it is mostly a source of carbohydrates, with relatively little fibre and protein, so it may not keep you full for long on its own. Pair it with fruit, yoghurt or a glass of milk for a more rounded snack; if you prefer a less sweet option, enjoy a smaller portion with unsweetened tea.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.76g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.22g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.74g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.