9 all-butter shortbread vs Malted Milk biscuits
Overall, Malted Milk biscuits has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | 9 all-butter shortbread | Malted Milk biscuits |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 538 kcal | 489 kcal |
| Fat | 32 g | 21.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 21 g | 9.8 g |
| Sugars | 16 g | 15.6 g |
| Salt | 0.6 g | 0.7 g |
| Fiber | 4.2 g | 1.7 g |
| Protein | 6.2 g | 7.9 g |
| Additives | 0 | 2 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Milk | Gluten, Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Malted Milk biscuits has 34% less fat (21.2 g vs 32 g).
- Malted Milk biscuits has 53% less saturated fat (9.8 g vs 21 g).
- 9 all-butter shortbread has 60% more fiber (4.2 g vs 1.7 g).
- Malted Milk biscuits has 22% more protein (7.9 g vs 6.2 g).
- 9 all-butter shortbread is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
9 all-butter shortbread
Fortified Wheat Flour [Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin (B3), Thiamin (B1)], Unsalted Butter (Milk) (39%), Sugar, Cornflour, Salt.
Malted Milk biscuits
Fortified Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Niacin, Iron, Thiamin), Palm Oil, Sugar, Barley Malt Extract, Whole Cows' Milk Powder, Raising Agents: Ammonium Carbonates, Sodium Carbonates; Glucose Syrup, Sea Salt, Flavourings.
FAQ
Which is healthier: 9 all-butter shortbread or Malted Milk biscuits?
Overall, Malted Milk biscuits has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Malted Milk biscuits has fewer calories: 489 kcal versus 538 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Malted Milk biscuits has less sugar: 15.6 g versus 16 g per 100 g.