Abstract: Reduced sweetness confectionery coating/filling has at least about 25% by weight sugar and a sweetness reducing agent, such as a aromatic-carboxylate salt, while having a moisture content of no more than about 2% by weight. Suitable sweetness reducing agents include, for example, Lactisole™. These coatings/fillings can be associated with food items, such as bite sized snack items, cereal bars and baked goods.

Abstract: A filled pastry having a cooked dough shell and a filling. The cooked dough shell is made from raw dough that includes whole-wheat flour, wheat bran, sweetener, shortening, and water and can have an appearance and flavor that is similar to graham crackers. The filling is prepared from a material that is distinct from the dough shell. The filling is substantially retained within the dough shell. An interface between the dough shell and the filling minimizes moisture migration.