Is Dark Chocolate With Cranberries & Almonds Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Endangered Species
Dark Chocolate With Cranberries & Almonds is a dessert from Endangered Species. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
This chocolate contains bittersweet chocolate and infused cranberries, but also includes sugar and sunflower oil, raising concerns about processed ingredients and added sugars.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
This chocolate contains bittersweet chocolate and infused cranberries, but also includes sugar and sunflower oil, raising concerns about processed ingredients and added sugars.
Main concern
Infused cranberries contain added sugar, which raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredients.
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
- Bittersweet chocolate provides a rich flavor profile, contributing positively to the overall taste experience.
- Roasted almonds add a natural crunch and healthy fats, enhancing the product's texture and flavor.
Concerns
- Infused cranberries contain added sugar, which raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredients.
- Sunflower oil is a refined oil that may not offer the same health benefits as whole food sources.
Who should avoid this product?
This dessert may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this dessert so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Bittersweet Chocolate safe in this dessert?
Medium
Bittersweet Chocolate is used here as base. Bittersweet chocolate is a blend of chocolate liquor, cane sugar, and cocoa butter, providing a rich flavor but also includes added sugars.
Role in formula: base
Original: BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE (CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, CANE SUGAR, COCOA BUTTER, SOY LECITHIN, VANILLA)
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Is Roasted Almonds safe in this dessert?
Good
Roasted Almonds is used here as base. Roasted almonds contribute healthy fats and protein, enhancing the nutritional profile and providing a satisfying crunch.
Role in formula: base
Original: ROASTED ALMONDS
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Is Infused Cranberries safe in this dessert?
Medium
Infused Cranberries is used here as flavor. Infused cranberries add sweetness and tartness but contain added sugar and sunflower oil, raising concerns about processed ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: INFUSED CRANBERRIES (CRANBERRIES, SUGAR, SUNFLOWER OIL, CELLULOSE)
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: 2434175
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