The popular and best-selling "Four Seasons Cookies Gift Box" from Imperial Patisserie now comes in a low-sugar version! It includes four classic flavors in one box: Low-Sugar Earl Grey Cookies with the refreshing aroma of bergamot (6 pieces), Low-Sugar Pistachio Cookies with the savory and sweet nuttiness (6 pieces), Low-Sugar Coffee Cookies with a rich roasted flavor (6 pieces), and Low-Sugar Green Tea Cookies with a light and elegant aftertaste (6 pieces).
Each flavor is made with a "low-sugar golden ratio" 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. It reduces sugar without sacrificing flavor, and the crumbly texture remains charming. With 24 individually packed pieces, it's convenient to share, whether for personal enjoyment, festive gifts, or diabetic-friendly snacks, satisfying the discerning taste buds of the whole family!
Low Sugar Earl Grey Cookie: Crafted with premium Earl Grey tea leaves sourced from the UK, this pastry undergoes multiple rounds of soaking and grinding to fully infuse the essence of Earl Grey tea. The result is a delightful treat that delivers a fresh tea aroma, offering a smooth flavor that avoids any astringency.
Low Sugar Pistachio Cookie: Plump Iranian pistachios are carefully selected for their superior quality. Low-temperature roasting locks in the natural oils, nutty aroma, and essential nutrients. These pistachios are blended with French natural butter, resulting in every bite offering delicate nut pieces and a rich, creamy flavor. The texture is light and crumbly, leaving a lingering, pleasant aftertaste. Additionally, low-sugar processing creates a lighter sweetness that further enhances the aromatic profile of the pistachios.
Low Sugar Coffee Cookie: Specially selected Arabica coffee powder ensures a high-quality brew. It uses traditional Italian espresso extraction methods, capturing the most refined coffee essence within the first 5 seconds. This process delivers a rich, intense flavor without any bitterness. Additionally, low-sugar processing results in a lighter sweetness, allowing the full-bodied coffee aroma to shine through beautifully.
Low Sugar Green Tea Cookie: The cookie use the renowned Japanese "Yabukita" green tea variety, which is non-fermented, resulting in a well-balanced tea soup that is both fresh and richly flavored. The tea is double-boiled to extract its essence, which is then blended into the cookie mix. The low-sugar formula allows the tea aroma to shine through, creating a pleasant interplay of mild bitterness and lingering sweetness.
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).
