Is Belgian Pralines Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Lieblings
Belgian Pralines is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Lieblings. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Sugar, Hydrogenated Coconut Fat, Glucose Syrup affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and glucose syrup, which are processed sweeteners, raising concerns about high sugar content. Lecithin as an emulsifier is derived from soy, which may be a concern for some consumers.
Main concern
High sugar content from ingredients like sugar and glucose syrup raises concerns about excessive sweetness and potential health implications.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Contains natural flavors and vanilla aroma, which enhance the overall taste profile without synthetic additives.
- Includes almonds and hazelnuts, providing a source of natural fats and flavor, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Concerns
- High sugar content from ingredients like sugar and glucose syrup raises concerns about excessive sweetness and potential health implications.
- Presence of hydrogenated coconut fat and butter fat indicates the use of processed fats, which may affect overall quality.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dessert.
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a highly processed sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the pralines but raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Whole Milk Powder is used here as base. Whole milk powder adds creaminess and flavor to the pralines, but its processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vollmilchpulver
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a natural fat derived from cocoa beans, contributing to the texture and mouthfeel of the pralines without raising significant concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaobutter
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is made from ground cocoa beans and provides rich chocolate flavor, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaomasse
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Is Cream safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cream is used here as base. Cream adds richness and flavor but is a dairy product that may raise concerns for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sahne
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Is Hydrogenated Coconut Fat safe in this dessert?
Bad
Hydrogenated Coconut Fat is used here as base. Hydrogenated coconut fat is a processed fat that may raise health concerns due to its trans fat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kokosfett ganz gehärtet
Read the full ingredient profile for Hydrogenated Coconut Fat
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Is Butter Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Butter Fat is used here as base. Butter fat contributes to flavor and texture but is a saturated fat that may raise health concerns when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: base
Original: Butterreinfett
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Is Almonds safe in this dessert?
Good
Almonds is used here as base. Almonds provide natural fats and flavor, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Mandeln
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Is Hazelnuts safe in this dessert?
Good
Hazelnuts is used here as base. Hazelnuts add flavor and healthy fats, enhancing the overall quality of the pralines.
Role in formula: base
Original: Haselnüsse
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that increases the sugar content, raising concerns about excessive sweetness.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glukosesirup
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Is Invert Sugar Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Invert Sugar Syrup is used here as sweetener. Invert sugar syrup is a processed sweetener that contributes to the overall sugar content, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Invertzuckersirup
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Is Butter safe in this dessert?
Medium
Butter is used here as base. Butter adds flavor and richness but is high in saturated fat, which may raise health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Butter
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Is Ethyl Alcohol safe in this dessert?
Bad
Ethyl Alcohol is used here as flavor. Ethyl alcohol is used as a flavoring agent but raises concerns due to its synthetic nature and potential health implications.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Ethylalkohol
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Is Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Lecithin is derived from soy and acts as an emulsifier, helping to blend ingredients but may raise concerns for those with soy allergies.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgator: Lecithine (enthält Soja)
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is a common cooking oil that adds texture but is a processed oil that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sonnenblumenöl
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Is Natural Vanilla Flavor safe in this dessert?
Good
Natural Vanilla Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural vanilla flavor enhances the taste profile without synthetic additives, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliches Vanillearoma
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Is Instant Coffee Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Instant Coffee Powder is used here as flavor. Instant coffee powder adds flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Instant-Kaffee-Pulver
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this dessert?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors enhance the overall taste but are often processed, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliche Aromen
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Is Cereal Crisp safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cereal Crisp is used here as base. Cereal crisp adds texture but contains processed ingredients like rice flour and sugar, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Getreidecrisp (Reismehl, Zucker, Weizenmalzmehl, Traubenzucker, Speisesalz)
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Is Caramel safe in this dessert?
Medium
Caramel is used here as flavor. Caramel adds sweetness and flavor but is high in sugar, contributing to the overall sugar content of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Karamell (Zucker, Wasser)
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Is Flavor safe in this dessert?
Medium
Flavor is used here as flavor. Flavor is a vague term that may include various additives, raising concerns about transparency and quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Aroma
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 3896940
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Allergens detected: soy , nuts
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