Is Blueberry Cheesecake Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Algida
This page reviews Blueberry Cheesecake by Algida as a dessert. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Modified Starch, Aromas.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes cream and blueberries, but also contains several processed ingredients like modified starch and aromas. These raise quality concerns, impacting the overall rating.
Main concern
Modified starch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about quality.
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 real blueberries (6%), providing natural flavor and color.
- Cream (77%) contributes to a rich texture, enhancing the ice cream experience.
Concerns
- Modified starch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about quality.
- Aromas are synthetic flavoring agents, which can detract from the natural ingredient profile.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this dessert and why it matters.
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Is Cream safe in this dessert?
Good
Cream is used here as base. Cream is a primary ingredient that provides a rich and creamy texture, essential for ice cream quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: cream 77%
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used for sweetness but is a refined ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Blueberries safe in this dessert?
Good
Blueberries is used here as natural_extract. Blueberries (6%) add natural flavor and antioxidants, enhancing the product's appeal.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: blueberries 6%
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Is Dough Pieces safe in this dessert?
Medium
Dough Pieces is used here as base. Dough pieces contain eggs and wheat flour, contributing texture but also introducing processed elements.
Role in formula: base
Original: dough pieces 0.6% (eggs, wheat flour, wheat and corn starch, salt)
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Is Modified Starch safe in this dessert?
Bad
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modified starch
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Is Lemon Peel safe in this dessert?
Good
Lemon Peel is used here as natural_extract. Lemon peel adds natural flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: lemon peel
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Is Dried Egg Yolks safe in this dessert?
Medium
Dried Egg Yolks is used here as base. Dried egg yolks contribute to texture and richness but are a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: dried egg yolks
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Is Concentrates Of Black Carrot safe in this dessert?
Medium
Concentrates Of Black Carrot is used here as colorant. Used for coloring, this concentrate is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: concentrates of black carrot
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Is Hibiscus safe in this dessert?
Good
Hibiscus is used here as natural_extract. Hibiscus adds natural color and flavor, contributing positively to the ingredient profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: hibiscus
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Is Safflower safe in this dessert?
Good
Safflower is used here as natural_extract. Safflower is used for color and flavor, enhancing the product's natural appeal.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: safflower
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Is Citric Acid safe in this dessert?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid acts as an acidity regulator, but its synthetic nature raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: acidity regulator citric acid
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Is Aromas safe in this dessert?
Bad
Aromas is used here as flavor. Aromas are synthetic flavoring agents that can detract from the natural quality of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromas
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Is Pectin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Pectin is used here as thickener. Pectin is a natural thickener but is often processed, raising some concerns about ingredient quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: thickener pectin
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Is Milk Cultures safe in this dessert?
Good
Milk Cultures is used here as natural_extract. Milk cultures contribute to flavor and texture, enhancing the overall quality of the ice cream.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: milk cultures
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: 4191914
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Allergens detected: milk , egg , wheat
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