Is Deep'n Delicious Marble Cake Safe? Ingredient Analysis
McCain
This page reviews Deep'n Delicious Marble Cake by McCain as a snack. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like glucose solids and glycerine, which raise quality concerns. The presence of artificial colors and genetically modified components further impacts safety assessments.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like glucose solids and glycerine, which raise quality concerns. The presence of artificial colors and genetically modified components further impacts safety assessments.
Main concern
Presence of glycerine derived from palm oil raises concerns about sustainability and environmental impact.
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 enriched wheat flour, providing some nutritional value through added vitamins.
- Inclusion of ground flaxseed offers potential health benefits, such as omega-3 fatty acids.
Concerns
- Presence of glycerine derived from palm oil raises concerns about sustainability and environmental impact.
- Use of artificial colors like caramel color (E150b) indicates a reliance on synthetic additives, which may affect quality.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this snack and why it matters.
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used to provide sweetness and enhance flavor in this cake. However, its high content raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a fundamental ingredient, contributing to the moisture content necessary for cake texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Enriched Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Good
Enriched Wheat Flour is used here as base. Enriched wheat flour adds structure and provides essential nutrients like iron and B vitamins, enhancing the cake's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: enriched wheat flour (wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid)
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Is Liquid Whole Eggs safe in this snack?
Good
Liquid Whole Eggs is used here as base. Liquid whole eggs contribute to the cake's structure and moisture, while also providing protein and essential nutrients.
Role in formula: base
Original: liquid whole eggs
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Is Soybean Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Soybean Oil is used here as base. Soybean oil is used for moisture and texture. However, it is derived from genetically modified sources, raising potential concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: soybean oil (produced from genetically modified soybean seed)
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Is Coconut Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Coconut Oil is used here as base. Coconut oil adds richness and flavor to the cake, but its high saturated fat content may raise health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: coconut oil
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Is Glucose Solids safe in this snack?
Medium
Glucose Solids is used here as sweetener. Glucose solids are used to enhance sweetness and texture. However, they are processed and may contribute to high sugar levels.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glucose solids
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Is Cocoa safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa is used here as flavor. Cocoa adds chocolate flavor and color to the cake, providing some antioxidants, though it is often processed.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cocoa
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Is Glycerine safe in this snack?
Medium
Glycerine is used here as stabilizer. Glycerine helps retain moisture and improve texture. Its palm oil origin raises sustainability concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: glycerine (palm and palm kernel oil)
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Is Rice Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Rice Starch is used here as thickener. Rice starch is used for texture and stability. Its production from genetically modified rice may concern some consumers.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: rice starch (produced from genetically modified rice)
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Is Citrus Fibre safe in this snack?
Good
Citrus Fibre is used here as stabilizer. Citrus fibre adds moisture and texture while providing dietary fiber, which can be beneficial for digestion.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: citrus fibre
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Is Mono And Diglycerides safe in this snack?
Medium
Mono And Diglycerides is used here as emulsifier. These emulsifiers help blend ingredients and improve texture. They are derived from palm and may raise sustainability concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: stabilizer (mono and diglycerides ((E471) from palm, rapeseed and soya))
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Is Skim Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Skim Milk Powder is used here as base. Skim milk powder adds creaminess and flavor while providing protein and calcium, enhancing the cake's nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: skim milk powder (pasteurized cow milk)
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Is Dextrose safe in this snack?
Medium
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar used for sweetness and moisture. Its production from genetically modified corn raises concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: dextrose (produced from genetically modified corn)
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Is Ground Flaxseed safe in this snack?
Good
Ground Flaxseed is used here as natural_extract. Ground flaxseed provides omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, contributing to the cake's nutritional profile and potential health benefits.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: ground flaxseed
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Is Natural Identical Flavour safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Identical Flavour is used here as flavor. This flavoring enhances taste but is derived from synthetic processes, raising concerns about artificial additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural identical flavour (carrier (propylene glycol), water, vanilla extract, caramel colour (produced from genetically modified corn) (E150b))
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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 cake, contributing to overall taste without significant health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Baking Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Baking Powder is used here as leavening. Baking powder is a leavening agent that helps the cake rise. Its components are generally safe but indicate processing.
Role in formula: leavening
Original: baking powder (leavening (sodium bicarbonate), leavening (monocalcium phosphate anhydrous), leavening (sodium acid pyrophosphate))
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Is Sodium Bicarbonate safe in this snack?
Medium
Sodium Bicarbonate is used here as leavening. Sodium bicarbonate acts as a leavening agent, helping the cake rise. While generally safe, it indicates processing.
Role in formula: leavening
Original: leavening (sodium bicarbonate)
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Is Stabilizer Agar safe in this snack?
Medium
Stabilizer Agar is used here as stabilizer. Agar is used for texture and stability. While derived from seaweed, its processing raises some concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabilizer (agar)
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: 3239738
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Allergens detected: milk , egg
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