Is Goldhase Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Lindt Sprüngli
Goldhase is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Lindt Sprüngli. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Sugar, Aroma affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and cocoa butter, but also contains milk powder and soy lecithin as an emulsifier. The presence of these ingredients raises moderate quality concerns due to their processed nature.
Main concern
Sugar is a highly processed ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
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
- Cocoa butter is a natural fat that contributes to the smooth texture of the chocolate.
- Milk powder adds creaminess and enhances the overall flavor profile.
Concerns
- Sugar is a highly processed ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that, while common, is a processed ingredient with mixed safety implications.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dessert.
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a highly processed sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the chocolate, raising concerns about excessive sugar consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a natural fat derived from cocoa beans, providing a smooth texture and rich mouthfeel in chocolate products.
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 some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vollmilchpulver
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is made from ground cocoa beans and is essential for chocolate flavor, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaomasse
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Is Milk Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Milk Sugar is used here as sweetener. Milk sugar (lactose) is a natural sugar found in milk, contributing to sweetness but can be problematic for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Milchzucker
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder is a processed dairy ingredient that adds creaminess but lacks the fat content of whole milk, which may affect flavor.
Role in formula: base
Original: Magermilchpulver
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used as an emulsifier to improve texture and stability, but it is a processed ingredient with mixed safety implications.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgator (Sojalecithin)
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Is Barley Malt Extract safe in this dessert?
Medium
Barley Malt Extract is used here as flavor. Barley malt extract adds flavor and sweetness but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for gluten-sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gerstenmalzextrakt
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Is Aroma safe in this dessert?
Bad
Aroma is used here as flavor. Aroma refers to flavoring agents that can be synthetic or natural, raising concerns about the quality and source of flavoring in the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Aroma
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: 3804283
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Allergens detected: hazelnuts , almonds
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