Comparison

Macarons vs Macaron selection

Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.

Nutrition per 100 g

NutrientMacaronsMacaron selection
Nutri-Score e e
NOVA group — 4
Calories 434 kcal 463 kcal
Fat 17.7 g 22 g
Saturated fat 6.4 g 4.9 g
Sugars 48.3 g 52 g
Salt 0.2 g 0.1 g
Fiber — 2.6 g
Protein 7.5 g 7.3 g
Additives010
AllergensNone listedEggs, Nuts

Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).

Key differences

  • Macarons has 20% less fat (17.7 g vs 22 g).
  • Macaron selection has 23% less saturated fat (4.9 g vs 6.4 g).
  • Only Macaron selection lists: Eggs, Nuts.

Ingredients

Macarons

Not available.

Macaron selection

Sugar, almonds 22%, egg white, vegetable oils (palm, sunflower), water, glucose syrup, stabilisers (glycerol, sorbitols), starch, pistachio nuts 0,5%, concentrated strawberry juice 0,3%, concentrated lemon juice 0,2%, natural flavourings, emulsifiers (mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids, polyglycerol esters of fatty acids, lecithins), hazelnuts, preservative (sorbic acid), colours (carotenes, carmine, copper complexes of chlorophylls and chlorophyllins), acid (citric acid). May contain milk, peanuts, gluten and other nuts.

FAQ

Which is healthier: Macarons or Macaron selection?

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?

Macarons has fewer calories: 434 kcal versus 463 kcal per 100 g.

Which has less sugar?

Macarons has less sugar: 48.3 g versus 52 g per 100 g.

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