Is Chocolate with Espresso Coffee Beans Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Grashoff
Grashoff's Chocolate with Espresso Coffee Beans is reviewed here as a dessert. 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 Lactose, Skimmed Milk Powder.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The product contains Belgian chocolate cream with sugar and various oils, alongside roasted espresso coffee beans. The presence of milk powder and emulsifiers raises moderate concerns about processing and quality.
Main concern
Includes milk powder, which may not be suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.
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 roasted espresso coffee beans, adding a distinct flavor profile.
- Belgian chocolate cream provides a rich taste experience.
- Natural vanilla flavor enhances the overall taste without artificial additives.
Concerns
- Includes milk powder, which may not be suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.
- Presence of emulsifier (sunflower lecithin) indicates processing, which may affect ingredient quality.
- Contains added sugars, raising concerns about overall healthiness.
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 dessert, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used to sweeten the chocolate cream, but its high presence raises concerns about excessive sweetness and health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is a common vegetable oil used for texture in chocolate, but its refined nature may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Pflanzenöle [Raps]
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Is Shea Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Shea Oil is used here as base. Shea oil is included for its smooth texture in chocolate, though it is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: Pflanzenöle [Shea]
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Is Coconut Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Coconut Oil is used here as base. Coconut oil contributes to the creaminess of the chocolate but is a processed fat that may raise health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Pflanzenöle [Kokosnuss]
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Is De Oiled Cocoa Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
De Oiled Cocoa Powder is used here as base. De-oiled cocoa powder provides the chocolate flavor while being lower in fat, indicating a focus on cocoa content.
Role in formula: base
Original: 15% stark entöltes Kakaopulver
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Is Lactose safe in this dessert?
Bad
Lactose is used here as base. Lactose is a sugar derived from milk, which may pose issues for lactose-intolerant individuals and indicates dairy content.
Role in formula: base
Original: _Laktose_
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Bad
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder adds creaminess but raises concerns for those avoiding dairy products.
Role in formula: base
Original: _Magermilchpulver_
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Is Sunflower Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sunflower Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower lecithin is used to stabilize the chocolate mixture, though it is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgator: Sonnenblumen-Lecithin
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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 chocolate's taste profile without synthetic additives, indicating a focus on quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliches Vanille-Aroma
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Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is added to enhance flavor balance in the chocolate, contributing positively to the overall taste experience.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salz
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Is Roasted And Ground Espresso Coffee Beans safe in this dessert?
Good
Roasted And Ground Espresso Coffee Beans is used here as flavor. Espresso coffee beans provide a rich, bold flavor that complements the chocolate, enhancing the overall sensory experience.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: 2,4% geröstete und gemahlene Espressokaffeebohnen
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: 3813292
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Allergens detected: milk
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