Product description

Tooke Flories Circular Biscuits are a type of biscuit produced in Uganda by the Banana Industrial Research and Development Centre (BIRDC). The key feature of these biscuits is that they are made with a blend of wheat flour and banana flour, with banana flour making up a significant portion of the ingredients. The inclusion of "Tooke" in the name refers to the use of flour from green East African Highland bananas (a type of plantain also known as "matooke" in Uganda). The biscuits are circular and flavored.

Highlights

1. Unique Ingredients: A key highlight is the use of green banana flour, which gives the biscuits a unique flavor and potentially a different nutritional profile. It is a product of a local Ugandan initiative to add value to the country's banana crop.
2. Shelf-Stable: As with most biscuits, they are a shelf-stable product with a long shelf life, making them a convenient snack or food item.
3. Gluten Content: While some Tooke products (like the raw flour) are gluten-free, these specific biscuits contain a significant amount of wheat flour, so they are not gluten-free. They are also noted to contain other allergens such as lactose and soy.
4. Flavor Profile: The biscuits are described as "flavored," and their taste is likely influenced by the banana flour, giving them a distinct flavor compared to traditional wheat-only biscuits.
5. Part of a Larger Initiative: The biscuits are part of a broader project by BIRDC to develop and market products from green banana flour, aiming to promote local agriculture and economic development.