Baking Powder vs Levure chimique en poudre
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Baking Powder | Levure chimique en poudre |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | — | — |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 184 kcal | 71 kcal |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| Salt | 42.4 g | 46 g |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 0 g |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 0 g |
| Additives | 3 | 4 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Levure chimique en poudre has 61% fewer calories (71 kcal vs 184 kcal).
- Levure chimique en poudre has no fat, while Baking Powder has 0.5 g.
- Baking Powder has 100% more fiber (0.6 g vs 0 g).
- Baking Powder has 100% more protein (2.3 g vs 0 g).
Ingredients
Baking Powder
Raising agent: diphosphates(E450), sodium carbonates(E500(ii)), rice flour.
Levure chimique en poudre
Pyrophosphate de sodium, bicarbonate de sodium, amidon. Peut contenir des traces de sulfites.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Baking Powder or Levure chimique en poudre?
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you. 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?
Levure chimique en poudre has fewer calories: 71 kcal versus 184 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Levure chimique en poudre has less sugar: 0 g versus 0.1 g per 100 g.