Food guide

Biscuit

Biscuit is a staple grain, bread or cereal that supplies everyday energy.

Whole GrainsPlant-Based

Biscuit, a nutrient-dense whole grains food, photographed on a plain linen surface

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of biscuit for fair comparison. Typical serving: 50 g — 177 kcal per 50 g serving.

Nutrition information for Biscuit
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (50 g)	Per 100 kcal
Energy	354 kcal	177 kcal	100 kcal
Protein	7 g	3.5 g	2 g
Carbohydrate	44.6 g	22.3 g	12.6 g
Fat	16.4 g	8.2 g	4.6 g
Fibre	1.6 g	0.8 g	0.5 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of biscuit, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Biscuit
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (50 g)	% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A	24.6 µg	12.3 µg	3%
Vitamin C	0.2 mg	0.1 mg	<1%
Thiamin	0.36 mg	0.18 mg	30%
Riboflavin	0.31 mg	0.16 mg	24%
Niacin	2.9 mg	1.5 mg	18%
Vitamin B6	0.035 mg	0.018 mg	2%
Folate	95 µg	47.5 µg	24%
Vitamin B12	0.08 µg	0.04 µg	3%
Pantothenic acid	0.28 mg	0.14 mg	6%
Minerals
Calcium	235 mg	118 mg	18%
Iron	2.9 mg	1.5 mg	16%
Magnesium	18 mg	9 mg	4%
Phosphorus	164 mg	82 mg	13%
Potassium	121 mg	60.5 mg	3%
Sodium	580 mg	290 mg	25%
Zinc	0.54 mg	0.27 mg	5%
Selenium	19.5 µg	9.8 µg	35%
Copper	0.082 mg	0.041 mg	9%
Manganese	0.38 mg	0.19 mg	17%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe

% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Why eat biscuit?

A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
Biscuit is a staple grain, bread or cereal that supplies everyday energy.

How to include it

Use in the usual way for this food, and keep an eye on the stated serving.
Typical pairing ideas: Beans, Eggs, Vegetables.

Things to consider

Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.

Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.