Candy Cane Double Filled Sandwich Cookies
Candy Cane Double Filled Sandwich Cookies by Ahold provides 483 kcal per 100 g, with 44.8 g of sugars and 3.5 g of protein. That is 57% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Biscuits category. Contains: gluten, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 2 cookies (29 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 483 kcal | 140 kcal | 457 +6% | |
| Total fat | 20.7 g | 6 g | 8% | 20.3 |
| Saturated fat | 6.9 g | 2 g | 10% | 8.8 −22% |
| Carbohydrates | 72.4 g | 21 g | 8% | 64 +13% |
| Total sugars | 44.8 g | 13 g | 28.5 +57% | |
| Dietary fiber | 3.4 g | 1 g | 4% | 3.5 |
| Protein | 3.5 g | 1 g | 2% | 6.8 −49% |
| Salt | 1 g | 0.3 g | 0.7 +43% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 23309 Biscuits products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from July 2021. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Nutrition claims check
Claims its numbers support
- Source of fiber
- 3.4 g fiber per 100 g (EU: at least 3 g per 100 g or 1.5 g per 100 kcal)
Checked against the per-100 g thresholds of EU Regulation 1924/2006, using the nutrition data above. US labels follow FDA rules, which are mostly based on serving size and can give a different result; FDA has no defined “low sugar” claim.
Compared with other biscuits
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sugar, enriched flour (bleached wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), canola and/or soybean (with tbhq for freshness) and/or palm oil, dextrose, cocoa (processed with alkali), peppermint powder (sugar, corn syrup, titanium dioxide [artificial color], natural flavor, red 40), cornstarch, contains two percent or less of: high fructose corn syrup, salt, leavening (baking soda, calcium phosphate), soy lecithin (emulsifier), natural and artificial chocolate flavor, natural and artificial vanilla flavor.
- Allergens
- GlutenSoybeans
Additives 7
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Regulatory status of its additives
How the US, individual states and the EU treat additives found in this product's ingredient list.
United States
Red 40 (E129) is among six petroleum-based dyes FDA is asking manufacturers to remove by the end of 2027. The phase-out is voluntary: the dyes remain approved.
California
The California School Food Safety Act (AB 2316) bars Red 40 (E129) from food served or sold in public schools from December 31, 2027.
West Virginia
West Virginia HB 2354 has barred Red 40 (E129) from school nutrition programs since August 1, 2025. A statewide ban due January 1, 2028 is on hold under a preliminary injunction (December 23, 2025) while the state appeals.
European Union
In the EU, food containing Red 40 (E129) must state that it "may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children."
Titanium dioxide has not been authorised as a food additive in the EU since February 7, 2022.
What these additives are and what the research says: Red 40, Titanium dioxide.
Additives are detected from the ingredient list by Open Food Facts and may be incomplete or out of date. Regulatory status checked October 6, 2026; rules are changing quickly. Not legal advice — always check the package label.
Product details
- Serving size
- 2 cookies (29 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0688267148408
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Candy Cane Double Filled Sandwich Cookies?
Candy Cane Double Filled Sandwich Cookies contains 483 kcal per 100 g and about 140 kcal per serving (2 cookies (29 g)).
How much sugar is in Candy Cane Double Filled Sandwich Cookies?
Candy Cane Double Filled Sandwich Cookies has 44.8 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Candy Cane Double Filled Sandwich Cookies healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
What allergens does Candy Cane Double Filled Sandwich Cookies contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Does Candy Cane Double Filled Sandwich Cookies contain additives restricted in the US or the EU?
Its ingredient list includes Red 40 (E129) and Titanium dioxide (E171). FDA is asking manufacturers to stop using Red 40 (E129) by the end of 2027 (voluntarily); California bars Red 40 (E129) from public schools from December 31, 2027; West Virginia bars Red 40 (E129) from school meals; the EU requires a warning label on food with Red 40 (E129); the EU has not allowed titanium dioxide in food since 2022. Recipes change — check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 23, 2020. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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