Is Chocolate Filled Puff Pastry Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Bonne Maman
Bonne Maman's Chocolate Filled Puff Pastry is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Ammonium Carbonate, Sodium Carbonate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and lecithins, which raise quality concerns. The presence of chocolate powder and hazelnut paste adds flavor but also contributes to the overall sugar content.
Main concern
High sugar content from sugar and chocolate powder 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 chocolate powder and hazelnut paste, providing a rich flavor profile.
- Includes natural flavoring from hazelnuts, enhancing the taste without artificial additives.
Concerns
- High sugar content from sugar and chocolate powder raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Lecithins from soy are used as emulsifiers, which may be a concern for those avoiding processed ingredients.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary ingredient, providing structure and texture to the pastry. However, it is a refined ingredient, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Farine de blé tendre
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is used for its emulsifying properties, contributing to the texture of the pastry. It is a processed oil, which may raise some health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: huile de colza
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a significant ingredient that adds sweetness but raises concerns about high sugar content and potential health impacts.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sucre
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Is Chocolate Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Chocolate Powder is used here as flavor. Chocolate powder adds flavor and richness to the product, but it also contributes to the overall sugar content, which is a concern.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: chocolat en poudre
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Is Hazelnut Paste safe in this snack?
Medium
Hazelnut Paste is used here as flavor. Hazelnut paste enhances the flavor profile, providing a nutty taste. However, it is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: pâte de noisettes
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder adds creaminess and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient, which may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: lait écrémé en poudre
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Is Nougatine safe in this snack?
Medium
Nougatine is used here as flavor. Nougatine adds a crunchy texture and sweetness, but it is primarily composed of sugar, raising concerns about high sugar content.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: nougatine
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Is Ammonium Carbonate safe in this snack?
Bad
Ammonium Carbonate is used here as leavening agent. Ammonium carbonate is a leavening agent that helps the pastry rise. It is a synthetic ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: poudres à lever carbonates d'ammonium
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Is Sodium Carbonate safe in this snack?
Bad
Sodium Carbonate is used here as leavening agent. Sodium carbonate is another leavening agent that aids in the texture of the pastry. Its synthetic nature raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: carbonates de sodium
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness in the pastry. It is a natural ingredient with no significant quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel
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Is Natural Hazelnut Flavor safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Hazelnut Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural hazelnut flavoring enhances the product's taste profile without artificial additives, though it is still a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: arôme naturel de noisette
Read the full ingredient profile for Natural Hazelnut Flavor
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Is Soy Lecithins safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Lecithins is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithins are used as emulsifiers to improve texture and stability. They are processed ingredients that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: émulsifiant : lécithines de soja
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: 3604079
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Allergens detected: nuts , egg
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