Béchamel vs Besciamella
Overall, Béchamel has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Béchamel | Besciamella |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | c |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 96 kcal | 126 kcal |
| Fat | 5.1 g | 9.3 g |
| Saturated fat | 3.3 g | 1.4 g |
| Sugars | 4.3 g | 3.9 g |
| Salt | 0.8 g | 0.7 g |
| Fiber | 3.5 g | 0.2 g |
| Protein | 3.5 g | 2 g |
| Additives | 0 | 2 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Milk | Gluten, Soybeans |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Béchamel has 24% fewer calories (96 kcal vs 126 kcal).
- Béchamel has 45% less fat (5.1 g vs 9.3 g).
- Besciamella has 58% less saturated fat (1.4 g vs 3.3 g).
- Béchamel has 94% more fiber (3.5 g vs 0.2 g).
- Béchamel has 43% more protein (3.5 g vs 2 g).
- Béchamel is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Béchamel lists: Milk.
- Only Besciamella lists: Soybeans.
Ingredients
Béchamel
Lait écrémé pasteurisé (origine France), farine de blé, beurre, sel ,poivre blanc, muscade.
Besciamella
extracto de _soja_ (73%) (agua, semillas de _soja_ 8,3%), aceite de coco, jarabe de glucosa, harina de _trigo_, almidón de tapioca modificado, sal marina, aromas, emulgentes: mono - y diglicéridos de los ácidos grasos, espesante: goma xantana.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Béchamel or Besciamella?
Overall, Béchamel 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?
Béchamel has fewer calories: 96 kcal versus 126 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Besciamella has less sugar: 3.9 g versus 4.3 g per 100 g.