Is Caramel Cheesecake Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Monoprix
Caramel Cheesecake is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Monoprix. 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 affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and emulsifiers, which raise quality concerns. The presence of sodium bicarbonate as a leavening agent also indicates processing.
Main concern
High sugar content from multiple sources, including caramel and added sugar, raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
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 whole milk and eggs, providing a source of dairy and protein.
- Natural flavoring is used, which is generally preferable to artificial alternatives.
- Includes lemon juice concentrate, which can enhance flavor and provide acidity.
Concerns
- High sugar content from multiple sources, including caramel and added sugar, raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Contains emulsifiers like lecithins (soy), which are processed and may raise quality concerns.
- Presence of sodium bicarbonate indicates processing, which can detract from overall ingredient 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 Quark 0 Fat safe in this dessert?
Good
Quark 0 Fat is used here as base. Quark is a low-fat dairy product that provides a creamy texture and is a source of protein.
Role in formula: base
Original: fromage blanc à 0% de matière grasse (lait)
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but contributes to high caloric content and potential health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sucre
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Is Caramel Salted Butter safe in this dessert?
Medium
Caramel Salted Butter is used here as flavor. Caramel adds flavor but is high in sugar and processed ingredients, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: caramel au beurre salé (sirop de glucose, lait concentré sucré, beurre salé, sucre, eau, sel)
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower oil is used for texture but is a refined oil, which may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: huile de tournesol
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Is Whole Milk safe in this dessert?
Good
Whole Milk is used here as base. Whole milk contributes creaminess and flavor, providing essential nutrients.
Role in formula: base
Original: lait entier
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Is Whole Egg safe in this dessert?
Good
Whole Egg is used here as base. Whole eggs provide structure and richness, along with protein and nutrients.
Role in formula: base
Original: œuf entier
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder adds creaminess but is a processed ingredient, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: poudre de lait écrémé
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cocoa Butter is used here as emulsifier. Cocoa butter is used for texture but is a processed fat, which may raise concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: beurre de cacao
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Is Potato Starch safe in this dessert?
Medium
Potato Starch is used here as thickener. Potato starch is used for texture but is a processed ingredient, which may detract from quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: amidon de pomme de terre
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Is Lemon Juice Concentrate safe in this dessert?
Good
Lemon Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lemon juice concentrate adds acidity and flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: jus de citron concentré
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice Concentrate
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this dessert?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavoring is preferable to artificial options but still raises some processing concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: arôme naturel
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Is Sodium Bicarbonate safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sodium Bicarbonate is used here as leavening agent. Sodium bicarbonate is used for leavening but indicates processing, which may detract from quality.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: poudre à lever : carbonates de sodium
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: 3684479
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Allergens detected: milk , egg , soy
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