Is Edle Mini-Pralinen Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Aldi
Edle Mini-Pralinen is a dessert from Aldi. 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 Sugar.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and cocoa butter, with several colorants like carrot extract and turmeric concentrate. The presence of emulsifier lecithin raises concerns about processed ingredients.
Main concern
High sugar content from sugar and cocoa butter 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
- Contains natural extracts like apple and carrot, which may enhance flavor and color without synthetic additives.
- Includes hazelnuts and almonds, providing a source of nut flavor and texture, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Concerns
- High sugar content from sugar and cocoa butter raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredients.
- Presence of lecithin as an emulsifier indicates some level of processing, which may detract from the overall quality.
Who should avoid this product?
This dessert 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 dessert so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the product but raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a fat derived from cocoa beans, used for texture and mouthfeel, but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaobutter
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Whole Milk Powder is used here as base. Whole milk powder adds creaminess and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient that may raise concerns for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vollmilchpulver
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Is Hazelnuts safe in this dessert?
Good
Hazelnuts is used here as base. Hazelnuts provide flavor and texture, contributing positively to the product's quality as a natural ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: Haselnüsse
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is made from ground cocoa beans, providing chocolate flavor but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaomasse
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Is Butter Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Butter Fat is used here as base. Butter fat adds richness and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: Butterreinfett
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Is Almonds safe in this dessert?
Good
Almonds is used here as base. Almonds contribute flavor and texture, enhancing the product's quality as a natural ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: Mandeln
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Is Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Lecithin is used as an emulsifier to blend ingredients but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgator: Lecithine (enthält Soja)
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Is Glycerin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Glycerin is used here as humectant. Glycerin acts as a humectant to retain moisture but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: humectant
Original: Feuchthaltemittel: Glycerin
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this dessert?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors enhance taste but can vary in quality and processing, raising some concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliche Aromeh
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Is Natural Orange Flavor safe in this dessert?
Medium
Natural Orange Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural orange flavor adds citrus notes but may be processed, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliches Orangen-Aroma
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Is Coffee safe in this dessert?
Good
Coffee is used here as flavor. Coffee adds a rich flavor profile and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Kaffee
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is a common fat used for texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sonnenblumenöl
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Is Carrot Extract safe in this dessert?
Good
Carrot Extract is used here as colorant. Carrot extract is a natural colorant that enhances visual appeal without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Kartottenextrakt
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Is Apple Extract safe in this dessert?
Good
Apple Extract is used here as colorant. Apple extract serves as a natural colorant and flavor enhancer, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Apfelextrakt
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Is Radish Concentrate safe in this dessert?
Medium
Radish Concentrate is used here as colorant. Radish concentrate is used for coloring but may be processed, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: färbendes Rettichkonzentrat
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Is Apple Juice Concentrate safe in this dessert?
Medium
Apple Juice Concentrate is used here as colorant. Apple juice concentrate is used for coloring and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: färbendes Apfelsaftkonzentrat
Read the full ingredient profile for Apple Juice Concentrate
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Is Blackcurrant Juice Concentrate safe in this dessert?
Medium
Blackcurrant Juice Concentrate is used here as colorant. Blackcurrant juice concentrate adds color and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: färbendes Johannisbeersaftkonzentrat
Read the full ingredient profile for Blackcurrant Juice Concentrate
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Is Turmeric Concentrate safe in this dessert?
Good
Turmeric Concentrate is used here as colorant. Turmeric concentrate is a natural colorant that enhances visual appeal without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: färbendes Kurkumakonzentrat
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: 3852148
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Allergens detected: tree_nut , peanut , egg , celery , mustard , sesame , sulfites
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