Dare to break through tradition! Imperial Patisserie's "Low Sugar Chilli Assorted Cookies Delight Gift Set" brings a surprising taste collision - Low Sugar Butter Cookies (6 pieces), a classic that never fails, with a rich milky aroma, and Low Sugar Chilli Cookies (6 pieces) are adorned with a slightly spicy Sichuan peppercorn, with a spicy aftertaste that stimulates the appetite.
Low-sugar production preserves the original taste of the ingredients and contains no artificial sweeteners. The sugar content of each piece is lower than the Hong Kong "low-sugar" standard definition (≤5g of sugar per 100g), with less than 1/10 of a teaspoon of sugar, satisfying those who want to try something new but are afraid of the burden. The unique flavor is suitable for spicy food lovers and festive gatherings, creating a topical souvenir!
Q1: What is a sugar substitute?
A sugar substitute refers to a sweetener that can replace sugar, including both artificial and natural sources.
Q2: What sugar substitute does Imperial Patisserie use in its low-sugar cookie series?
Imperial Patisserie's low-sugar cookie series uses "Maltitol" exclusively.
Q3: What is Maltitol?
Maltitol is a type of sugar substitute, also known as a sugar alcohol, and is a natural sweetener. It has a similar sweetness to sucrose but is lower in calories and not easily digested and absorbed by the human body. Therefore, it is widely used in sugar-free or low-sugar foods as a substitute for sucrose.
Q4: What are the characteristics of Maltitol?
Source: Maltitol is extracted from maltose and belongs to the sugar alcohol class, naturally found in fruits and fermented foods.
Sweetness: The sweetness is about 75-90% of sucrose.
Calories: The calories are about half of sucrose, about 2 kcal per gram.
Blood Sugar: Because it is not easily digested and absorbed by the human body, maltitol has less impact on blood sugar, making it suitable for diabetics and people who need to control their weight.
Q5: What are the applications of Maltitol?
Food: Widely used in sugar-free or low-sugar foods, such as baked goods, candies, beverages, etc.
Diabetic Foods: Used as a sweetener for diabetics.
Children's Foods: Helps prevent tooth decay.
Q6: What is the common labeling of maltitol on food ingredient labels?
The common labeling of maltitol on food ingredient labels is sweetener (E965).
