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Animal-shaped cookies made with carob powder
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
4 piece (medium) of Animal-shaped Carob Cookies (40 g) has 172 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 27.2 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 6 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Animal-shaped carob cookies are small baked biscuits made with carob powder in the dough and cut into playful animal shapes. Carob is a familiar ingredient in Mediterranean cooking, including Turkish home baking, where its naturally distinctive, cocoa-like flavour is used in sweet recipes. These cookies may be homemade or bought as a snack.
They taste sweet with a gentle roasted note and are usually crisp or crumbly. Enjoy them with tea or coffee, or serve them with milk as an easy snack for children and adults alike. They are mainly a carbohydrate-rich treat, with 5.5 g of fibre per 100 g. For a more balanced snack, pair a few cookies with plain yogurt or fresh fruit.
Selected: 100 g
430
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
68g
· 25% DV
Protein
6.2g
· 12% DV
Fat
15g
· 19% DV
Fiber
5.5g
· 20% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 63% · Protein 6% · Fat 31%
Vitamins
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
B1
0.09mg · 8% DV
B3
1.1mg · 7% DV
B5
0.25mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1mg · 43% DV
Iron
2mg · 11% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Sodium
200mg · 9% DV
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.
Medium
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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NOVA 3
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
3.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 90:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (90:1).
Animal-shaped carob cookies are made by mixing carob powder into cookie dough, rolling it out, and cutting it with animal-shaped cutters. Chill soft dough before cutting, then bake the shapes on a lined tray until set; exact ingredients and baking time vary by recipe.
Yes, carob powder can replace cocoa in animal-shaped cookies. Carob usually tastes sweeter and more caramel-like, and less bitter than cocoa, so the finished cookies may need less added sugar. Check the dough texture before baking, since different powders absorb liquid differently.
Animal-shaped carob cookies taste mildly sweet, earthy, and a little like chocolate, with a distinctive caramel-like note. Carob is generally less bitter than cocoa, but the sweetness and strength of the flavor depend on the recipe.
Animal-shaped carob cookies usually contain flour, carob powder, fat, and a sweetener. Depending on the recipe, they may also include egg, milk, or a raising agent. Ingredients vary between homemade and packaged cookies, so the name alone does not specify an exact recipe.
Animal-shaped carob cookies often spread when the dough is too warm or soft, or when the oven is not fully heated. Chill the cutouts before baking, use a cool baking sheet, and make sure the oven has reached the recipe’s stated temperature.
Yes, animal-shaped carob cookies made with carob powder are naturally caffeine-free, because carob is not cocoa or coffee. However, a packaged cookie could contain other ingredients, such as chocolate, so check its ingredient list if avoiding caffeine strictly.
Yes, animal-shaped carob cookies can be offered to children as an occasional sweet, and their shapes can make them appealing. They are still cookies, and recipes may contain added sugar; serve an age-appropriate size and make sure the texture is safe for the child.
Store animal-shaped carob cookies only after they have cooled completely. Keep them in an airtight container in a cool, dry place; moisture can soften them. Refrigeration is usually unnecessary and may affect their texture.
Yes, baked animal-shaped carob cookies can be frozen once fully cooled. Pack them airtight to protect their texture and thaw at room temperature. You can also freeze the cut, unbaked dough shapes and bake them after thawing.
Animal-shaped carob cookies use carob powder for their characteristic sweet, caramel-like flavor, while chocolate cookies use cocoa or chocolate for a more pronounced chocolate taste. Their shape does not determine the difference; the main distinction is the flavoring ingredient.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.