Is Cookie & Cream Buona Creme Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Aachener Zucker Und Backwaren Paul Schaeffer
Cookie & Cream Buona Creme is a snack from Aachener Zucker Und Backwaren Paul Schaeffer. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are Palm Fat, Emulsifiers.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and palm fat, which are processed ingredients raising quality concerns. Emulsifiers like lecithins and mono- and diglycerides also indicate moderate processing.
Main concern
High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and potential health impacts.
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 hazelnuts (6%), providing a natural nut flavor and texture.
- Includes cocoa butter, which is a good quality fat that enhances mouthfeel.
- Natural aroma contributes to flavor without synthetic additives.
- Uses sodium and ammonium carbonates as leavening agents, which are common and generally accepted.
Concerns
- High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and potential health impacts.
- Palm fat is a processed ingredient with environmental concerns related to palm oil production.
- Emulsifiers like mono- and diglycerides may raise questions about processing and sourcing.
- Contains lactose and milk powders, which may not be suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Who should avoid this product?
This snack may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this snack so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but raises concerns about excessive sweetness and health impacts.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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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 structure-building ingredient, but it is a refined grain that may lack some nutrients.
Role in formula: base
Original: Weizenmehl
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Is Palm Fat safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Fat is used here as base. Palm fat is a highly processed fat that raises environmental concerns due to unsustainable production practices.
Role in formula: base
Original: Palmfett
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a natural fat that enhances texture and flavor, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaobutter
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Is Roasted Hazelnuts safe in this snack?
Good
Roasted Hazelnuts is used here as flavor. Roasted hazelnuts provide a natural nutty flavor and texture, enhancing the overall sensory experience.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: geröstete Haselnüsse
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Is Sweet Whey Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Sweet Whey Powder is used here as base. Sweet whey powder adds creaminess and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient that may not suit all diets.
Role in formula: base
Original: Süßmolkenpulver
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Is Caramelized Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Caramelized Milk Powder is used here as flavor. Caramelized milk powder adds sweetness and flavor complexity but is a processed ingredient with added sugars.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: karamellisiertes Milchpulver
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as flavor. Cocoa mass is a natural ingredient that contributes rich chocolate flavor, enhancing the product's appeal.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Kakaomasse
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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 that may not suit all diets.
Role in formula: base
Original: Magermilchpulver
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Whole Milk Powder is used here as base. Whole milk powder contributes creaminess and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient that may not suit all diets.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vollmilchpulver
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Is Wheat Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Starch is used here as thickener. Wheat starch is used as a thickener and stabilizer, but it is a refined ingredient that may lack nutrients.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Weizenstärke
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Is Butter Fat safe in this snack?
Medium
Butter Fat is used here as base. Butter fat adds richness and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: Butterreinfett
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Is Lactose safe in this snack?
Medium
Lactose is used here as sweetener. Lactose is a natural sugar found in milk, contributing sweetness but may not be suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Laktose
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Is Emulsifiers safe in this snack?
Bad
Emulsifiers is used here as emulsifier. Emulsifiers like lecithins and mono- and diglycerides help blend ingredients but raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgatoren (Lecithine (enthält Soja), Mono - und Diglyceride von Speisefettsäuren)
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Is Barley Malt Extract safe in this snack?
Medium
Barley Malt Extract is used here as flavor. Barley malt extract adds flavor and sweetness but is a processed ingredient that may not suit all diets.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gerstenmalzextrakt
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Is Table Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Table Salt is used here as flavor. Table salt enhances flavor and is a necessary ingredient for taste balance in baked goods.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Speisesalz
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Is Natural Aroma safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Aroma is used here as flavor. Natural aroma contributes to flavor without synthetic additives, but its exact composition is often unclear.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliches Aroma
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Is Leavening Agents safe in this snack?
Medium
Leavening Agents is used here as leavening agent. Leavening agents like sodium and ammonium carbonates help the product rise but are processed ingredients.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: Backtriebmittel (Natriumcarbonate, Ammoniumcarbonate)
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: 3566485
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Allergens detected: hazelnuts , soy , milk , wheat
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