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Sweet biscuit made with refined flour and sugar
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
4 piece (medium) of Star biscuit (32 g) has 150 calories. That works out to 470 calories per 100 g. It contains 23 g of carbs, 2.1 g of protein, 5.8 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B1 covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 4 piece (medium) · 32 g
150
KCAL / 32G
Carbs
23g
· 8% DV
Protein
2.1g
· 4% DV
Fat
5.8g
· 7% 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 60% · Protein 6% · Fat 34%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 150 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.8 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 2.3 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 134 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 23 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.1 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 | 150 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 8 g | 38 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 16 g | 75 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 141 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 40 g | 188 kcal |
| 6 piece (large) | 48 g | 226 kcal |
| 8 piece (extra large) | 64 g | 301 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 80 g | 376 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 470 kcal |
Calculated from 470 calories per 100 g.
Star biscuits are made by cutting chilled biscuit dough with a star-shaped cutter and baking the pieces until lightly golden. A firm, cool dough is easier to cut cleanly; decorate the biscuits only after they have cooled.
Chill the cut star biscuits before baking and start with a properly preheated oven. Warm, soft dough or too much butter can make the points spread and blur, so keep the dough cool while you work.
Decorate star biscuits with icing, melted chocolate, or a light dusting of icing sugar once they are completely cool. For a neat finish, pipe icing around the edges first and let it set before adding another layer or sprinkles.
Yes, star biscuit dough can usually be frozen if it is wrapped tightly to prevent drying and freezer odours. Thaw it in the refrigerator until workable, then roll, cut and bake; very soft dough may need chilling again before baking.
Star biscuits can turn hard if the dough is overmixed or the biscuits are baked too long. Mix only until the dough comes together, and take them out when the edges are just beginning to colour; they firm up as they cool.
No, star biscuits describe the shape, while shortbread is a particular rich biscuit style traditionally made with butter, flour and sugar. Some star-shaped biscuits are shortbread, but others use different doughs, so the ingredients and texture vary.
Homemade star biscuits keep best in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Their exact shelf life depends on the recipe and any icing or filling, so use them while they remain dry, crisp and fresh-smelling.
Yes, you can cut star biscuits with a small knife using a paper star as a guide. Keep the dough chilled so the points stay defined, and make sure the pieces are similar in size so they bake evenly.
Star biscuits are usually a sweet, ultra-processed snack made with refined flour and sugar, so they are better as an occasional treat than an everyday staple. Pairing one with fruit or plain yogurt can make a snack more filling.
Yes, star biscuits are complete without icing and can be served plain or lightly dusted with icing sugar. Leaving them undecorated also keeps the surface crisp and avoids adding another sweet topping.
Vitamins
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
B2
0.06mg · 5% DV
B3
0.77mg · 5% DV
B5
0.14mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Selenium
3.84µg · 7% DV
Sodium
134mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.11mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
27mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
35mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 150 calories in 4 piece (medium) (32 g):
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Star biscuit is a sweet biscuit made mainly with refined flour and sugar, commonly shaped like a star. It has a crisp bite and a straightforward sweetness, and is usually eaten as a snack rather than as part of a meal.
It goes well with tea or coffee and can also be packed for a simple lunchbox treat. Its nutritional profile is led by carbohydrates, with relatively little fibre, so it may not be especially filling on its own. Pair it with yoghurt or milk for a more substantial snack, or enjoy a smaller portion alongside a hot drink.
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
2.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.73g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.28g
Omega 6:3 ratio 122:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (122:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.