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A small, round sandwich of two pale golden, crumbly biscuits with a thick caramel-brown filling, covered in a smooth dark chocolate shell and shown whole beside a cut half.
●Low GI
🌿High Fiber

Sugar-free alfajor Calories

Sugar-free filled cookie confection

CALORIES · 100 G

385kcal

GI

35low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

180mg

FIBER · 100 G

7.5g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Sugar-free alfajor (45 g) has 173 calories. That works out to 385 calories per 100 g. It contains 24.8 g of carbs, 2.8 g of protein, 7.4 g of fat and 3.4 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Sugar-free alfajor Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 45 g

173

KCAL / 45G

Carbs

24.8g

· 9% DV

Protein

2.8g

· 6% DV

Fat

7.4g

· 9% DV

Fiber

3.4g

· 12% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 6% · Fat 38%

Sugar-free alfajor nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (45 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories173 kcal
Total fat7.4 g9%
Saturated fat3.24 g16%
Trans fat0.05 g
Sodium83 mg4%
Total carbohydrate24.8 g9%
Fiber3.4 g12%
Protein2.8 g6%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Sugar-free alfajor?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)45 g173 kcal
1 piece (mini)25 g96 kcal
1 piece (small)35 g135 kcal
1 pack (medium)45 g173 kcal
1 piece (large)60 g231 kcal
1 piece (jumbo)80 g308 kcal
2 piece (double)90 g347 kcal
1 serving (double)90 g347 kcal
100 g100 g385 kcal

Calculated from 385 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sugar-free alfajor

What is a sugar-free alfajor?

A sugar-free alfajor is a sandwich-style confection made with two cookies and a filling, typically using a sweetener instead of added sugar. Recipes may also coat it in chocolate or roll its edges in shredded coconut.

Does a sugar-free alfajor contain carbohydrates?

Yes, a sugar-free alfajor can still contain carbohydrates. Flour and milk-based fillings contribute carbohydrates even when a sweetener replaces sugar, so “sugar-free” does not mean carbohydrate-free.

What sweeteners are used in a sugar-free alfajor?

A sugar-free alfajor may be sweetened with erythritol, stevia, maltitol, or a blend. The choice depends on the recipe or manufacturer, and it can affect sweetness, aftertaste, and how soft or crisp the cookies turn out.

Can people with diabetes eat a sugar-free alfajor?

Some people with diabetes may be able to fit a sugar-free alfajor into their eating plan, but it is not automatically suitable for everyone. Its flour and filling can still affect blood glucose; follow your individual plan and ask your clinician if needed.

How do you make a sugar-free alfajor at home?

To make a sugar-free alfajor, bake small round cookies with a suitable sweetener, let them cool, then sandwich them with sugar-free milk caramel or another filling. Handle the cookies gently and avoid overbaking so they stay tender.

What is the filling in a sugar-free alfajor?

A sugar-free alfajor is often filled with a sweetened milk-caramel-style spread, though some versions use cream or another filling. Milk-based fillings can contain naturally occurring sugars, so sugar-free does not necessarily mean the filling has no sugars at all.

Where did alfajores originate?

Alfajores have roots in Spanish and broader Mediterranean confectionery traditions, but the sandwich-cookie versions popular today are strongly associated with Latin America. Argentina, Uruguay, and other countries each have their own recognizable styles.

Why is a sugar-free alfajor often coated with coconut?

Shredded coconut is commonly pressed onto the filling exposed around a sugar-free alfajor’s edges. It adds texture and helps finish the cookie sandwich; some versions instead use chocolate, cocoa, or no coating.

How should you store a sugar-free alfajor?

Store a sugar-free alfajor in a sealed container in a cool, dry place if its filling is shelf-stable. If it contains a perishable cream or milk filling, refrigerate it and follow the package’s storage directions.

Can you freeze a sugar-free alfajor?

Yes, you can freeze a sugar-free alfajor. Wrap each piece separately and seal it in a freezer-safe container; thaw it in the refrigerator to help the cookies and filling retain their texture.

Sugar-free alfajor Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

0.16µg · 7% DV

B2

0.08mg · 6% DV

Biotin

1.44µg · 5% DV

B1

0.05mg · 4% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.23mg · 10% DV

Phosphorus

65mg · 9% DV

Selenium

4.5µg · 8% DV

Copper

0.07mg · 8% DV

Sodium

83mg · 4% DV

Potassium ⭐

81mg · 2% DV

Sugar-free alfajor Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

35
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

3.6
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Sugar-free alfajor

To burn the 173 calories in 1 piece (medium) (45 g):

🚶

43min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

18min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

24min

Cycling

🏊

20min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Sugar-free alfajor?

A sugar-free alfajor is a version of the beloved South American sandwich biscuit, especially associated with Argentina. It is typically made from two tender, often crumbly biscuits joined with a creamy dulce de leche-style filling. Recipes vary, and sugar-free versions may use another sweetener or a different filling.

The contrast between soft biscuits and a smooth centre makes it a sweet bite to serve with coffee or tea, or as a small dessert. It can still be carbohydrate-rich despite having no sugar: it provides 55 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. Enjoy one as a treat alongside unsweetened coffee or tea; a smaller portion is a practical choice if you want to keep the snack lighter.

How Nutritious Is Sugar-free alfajor?

Nutrient density

Low

22/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

41/ 100

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.

Is Sugar-free alfajor Processed?

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.

Does Sugar-free alfajor Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy yes
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy yes
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Sugar-free alfajor Good For?

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

Sugar-free alfajor Fat Profile

SATURATED

3.24g

MONOUNSATURATED

2.3g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.35g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 31.5:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (31.5:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.