Is Bûche Glacée Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Monoprix
This page reviews Bûche Glacée by Monoprix as a dessert. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like glucose syrup and emulsifiers, which raise quality concerns. The presence of artificial additives and sugars affects the overall safety assessment.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like glucose syrup and emulsifiers, which raise quality concerns. The presence of artificial additives and sugars affects the overall safety assessment.
Main concern
High sugar content from multiple sources, including glucose syrup and added sugars, raises health concerns.
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 Isigny cream, which is a high-quality dairy ingredient, contributing to a rich flavor.
- Includes apple puree and linseed fibers, which add some natural fruit content and dietary fiber.
Concerns
- High sugar content from multiple sources, including glucose syrup and added sugars, raises health concerns.
- Contains emulsifiers like soy lecithin, which are processed ingredients that may not be ideal for all consumers.
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 Milk safe in this dessert?
Good
Milk is used here as base. Milk is a primary ingredient providing creaminess and essential nutrients. Its quality is generally high, especially when sourced from reputable dairies.
Role in formula: base
Original: lait entier pasteurisé
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Is Cream safe in this dessert?
Good
Cream is used here as base. Isigny cream is known for its rich flavor and quality, enhancing the overall taste of the ice cream.
Role in formula: base
Original: crème d'Isigny AOP
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used for sweetness but contributes to high caloric content and potential health issues when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sucre
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Medium
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that can increase the glycemic index of the product, raising concerns for health-conscious consumers.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sirop de glucose déshydraté
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Is Egg Yolk safe in this dessert?
Good
Egg Yolk is used here as base. Egg yolk adds richness and helps emulsify the mixture, contributing to a smooth texture in the ice cream.
Role in formula: base
Original: jaune d'œuf issu de poules élevées en plein air
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Is Apple Puree safe in this dessert?
Good
Apple Puree is used here as flavor. Apple puree provides natural sweetness and flavor, enhancing the fruitiness of the sorbet component.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: purée de pomme verte sucrée
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Is Caramel safe in this dessert?
Medium
Caramel is used here as flavor. Caramel adds a rich flavor but is high in sugar, contributing to the overall sweetness of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: caramel
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this dessert?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a common ingredient in baked goods, providing structure but also gluten, which may be a concern for those with sensitivities.
Role in formula: base
Original: farine de blé
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used to stabilize the mixture, but it is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: émulsifiant : lécithines de soja
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Is Pectins safe in this dessert?
Medium
Pectins is used here as gelling_agent. Pectins are used as gelling agents, derived from fruits, but their processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: gelling_agent
Original: gélifiant : pectines
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: 3684450
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Allergens detected: nuts , sesame , peanuts
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