Is Elisen-Lebkuchen Creation Without Flour Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Wicklein
This page reviews Elisen-Lebkuchen Creation Without Flour by Wicklein as a snack. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Glucose Fructose Syrup.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like glucose-fructose syrup and sodium bicarbonate, which raise quality concerns. The presence of milk protein and egg white indicates potential allergens.
Main concern
Glucose-fructose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that raises concerns about sugar content.
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 nuts like hazelnuts and almonds, which are good sources of healthy fats.
- Includes dried figs and orange peels, adding natural sweetness and flavor.
- Uses honey, a natural sweetener, which may enhance taste and moisture.
- The absence of flour makes it suitable for gluten-sensitive individuals.
Concerns
- Glucose-fructose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that raises concerns about sugar content.
- Sodium bicarbonate is a chemical leavening agent that may not be desirable for all consumers.
- Contains milk protein and egg white, which are common allergens.
- The use of lecithin as an emulsifier indicates some level of processing.
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 Hazelnuts safe in this snack?
Good
Hazelnuts is used here as base. Hazelnuts provide healthy fats and contribute to the texture and flavor of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Haselnüsse
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Is Almonds safe in this snack?
Good
Almonds is used here as base. Almonds are a source of protein and healthy fats, enhancing the nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Mandeln
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Is Walnuts safe in this snack?
Good
Walnuts is used here as base. Walnuts add omega-3 fatty acids and contribute to the overall flavor and texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: Walnüsse
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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 intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Chocolate safe in this snack?
Medium
Chocolate is used here as flavor. Chocolate adds flavor and richness but may contain added sugars and fats.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Schokolade (Kakaomasse, Zucker, Kakaobutter, Emulgator: Lecithine)
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Is Glucose Fructose Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Glucose Fructose Syrup is used here as sweetener. This syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can contribute to high sugar levels.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glukose-Fruktose-Sirup
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Is Invert Sugar Syrup safe in this snack?
Medium
Invert Sugar Syrup is used here as sweetener. Invert sugar syrup is a processed sweetener that can enhance moisture but raises sugar concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Invertzuckersirup
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Is Dried Figs safe in this snack?
Good
Dried Figs is used here as base. Dried figs provide natural sweetness and fiber, contributing positively to the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: getrocknete Feigen
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Is Orange Peels safe in this snack?
Good
Orange Peels is used here as flavor. Orange peels add natural flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Orangenschalen
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Is Liquid Egg safe in this snack?
Medium
Liquid Egg is used here as base. Liquid egg provides moisture and binding properties but may pose allergen concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: flüssiges Vollei
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Is Egg White Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Egg White Powder is used here as base. Egg white powder contributes to texture and structure but is an allergenic ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: Hühnereitrockeneiweiss
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Is Spices safe in this snack?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices like cinnamon enhance flavor and aroma, contributing positively to the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gewürze (enthalten Zimt)
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Is Honey safe in this snack?
Good
Honey is used here as sweetener. Honey is a natural sweetener that adds flavor and moisture, enhancing the product's quality.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Blütenhonig
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Is Sorbitol safe in this snack?
Medium
Sorbitol is used here as humectant. Sorbitol acts as a humectant, helping retain moisture but may cause digestive issues in some.
Role in formula: humectant
Original: Feuchthaltemittel: Sorbit
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Is Sodium Bicarbonate safe in this snack?
Medium
Sodium Bicarbonate is used here as leavening agent. Sodium bicarbonate is a leavening agent that helps the product rise but is a chemical additive.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: Backtriebmittel: Natriumhydrogencarbonat
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Is Potassium Carbonate safe in this snack?
Medium
Potassium Carbonate is used here as leavening agent. Potassium carbonate serves as a leavening agent but is a synthetic compound.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: Kaliumcarbonate
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Is Milk Protein safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Protein is used here as base. Milk protein adds nutritional value but is a common allergen, raising concerns for sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: Milcheiweiss
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Is Caramel Sugar Syrup safe in this snack?
Medium
Caramel Sugar Syrup is used here as sweetener. Caramel sugar syrup adds sweetness and color but is a processed ingredient with sugar concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Karamellzuckersirup (Glukosesirup, Zucker)
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Is Lemon Juice Concentrate safe in this snack?
Good
Lemon Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lemon juice concentrate adds acidity and flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Zitronensaftkonzentrat
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice Concentrate
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Is Wax Maize Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Wax Maize Starch is used here as thickener. Wax maize starch is used as a thickener but is a processed ingredient with limited benefits.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Wachsmaisstärke
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness, contributing positively to the overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salz
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: 3815688
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Allergens detected: milk , egg , wheat
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