Is Hazelnut Chocolate Spread Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Bonne Maman
Bonne Maman's Hazelnut Chocolate Spread is reviewed here as a dessert. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes sugar and skimmed milk powder, which are processed ingredients raising quality concerns. The presence of vegetable oils and emulsifiers also indicates a less clean profile.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and skimmed milk powder, which are processed ingredients raising quality concerns. The presence of vegetable oils and emulsifiers also indicates a less clean profile.
Main concern
High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and health implications.
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 hazelnuts, providing a natural flavor and some nutritional benefits.
- Natural vanilla flavor enhances taste without artificial additives.
Concerns
- High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and health implications.
- Vegetable oils like sunflower and rapeseed may be refined, which can affect quality.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this dessert, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but contributes to high caloric content and potential health issues.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: SUGAR
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Is Hazelnuts safe in this dessert?
Good
Hazelnuts is used here as natural_extract. Hazelnuts provide a rich, nutty flavor and are a source of healthy fats and nutrients, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: HAZELNUTS
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Is Vegetable Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Vegetable Oil is used here as base. Vegetable oil, including sunflower and rapeseed, is used for texture but may be highly processed, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: VEGETABLE OIL (SUNFLOWER, RAPESEED)
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder adds creaminess but is a processed dairy ingredient, which may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: SKIMMED MILK POWDER
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Is Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Processed with alkali, this cocoa powder provides chocolate flavor but may lack some natural cocoa benefits due to processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: FAT REDUCED COCOA POWDER (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI)
Read the full ingredient profile for Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder
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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 that contributes to the spread's texture and flavor, enhancing its overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: COCOA BUTTER
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Is Sunflower Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sunflower Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower lecithin acts as an emulsifier to maintain texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: SUNFLOWER LECITHIN AS EMULSIFIER
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Is Natural Vanilla Flavor safe in this dessert?
Good
Natural Vanilla Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural vanilla flavor enhances the product's taste profile without the use of artificial additives, supporting a cleaner ingredient list.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: NATURAL VANILLA FLAVOR
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Is Milk safe in this dessert?
Medium
Milk is used here as base. Milk adds creaminess and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient, which may not be suitable for all dietary preferences.
Role in formula: base
Original: MILK
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: 3450630
More from this brand: Bonne Maman products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: milk , hazelnuts
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