Is Maltesers Bunny Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Mars
Mars's Maltesers Bunny 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 ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Palm Fat, Glucose Syrup.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and palm fat, which are processed ingredients raising quality concerns. The presence of multiple dairy derivatives indicates a complex formulation with mixed properties.
Main concern
High sugar content 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 cocoa butter, a natural fat that contributes to texture and mouthfeel.
- Includes barley malt extract, which can enhance flavor complexity.
Concerns
- High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredients.
- Palm fat is a processed ingredient associated with environmental concerns.
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?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a highly processed sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the product, raising concerns about excessive consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder provides dairy flavor and texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: skimmed milk powder
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Is Palm Fat safe in this dessert?
Bad
Palm Fat is used here as base. Palm fat is a processed fat that raises environmental concerns due to deforestation associated with its production.
Role in formula: base
Original: palm fat
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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, contributing to the product's smooth texture and rich flavor.
Role in formula: base
Original: cocoa butter
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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 complexity but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: barley malt extract
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is a natural ingredient that provides chocolate flavor and is minimally processed, supporting quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: cocoa mass
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Is Whey Permeate safe in this dessert?
Medium
Whey Permeate is used here as base. Whey permeate is a dairy byproduct that adds flavor but is a processed ingredient with mixed properties.
Role in formula: base
Original: whey permeate (milk)
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Is Milk Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Milk Fat is used here as base. Milk fat contributes to creaminess and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: milk fat
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Is Full Cream Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Full Cream Milk Powder is used here as base. Full cream milk powder adds richness and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient that may not appeal to all.
Role in formula: base
Original: full cream milk powder
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can contribute to excessive sweetness and raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glucose syrup
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Is Demineralised Whey Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Demineralised Whey Powder is used here as base. Demineralised whey powder is a processed dairy ingredient that adds flavor but may not be appealing to all consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: demineralised whey powder (milk)
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Is Shea Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Shea Fat is used here as base. Shea fat is a natural fat that contributes to texture but is less common in confectionery products.
Role in formula: base
Original: shea fat
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Is Lactose safe in this dessert?
Medium
Lactose is used here as base. Lactose is a natural sugar found in milk, contributing to sweetness but may cause issues for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: lactose (milk)
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Is Soya Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soya Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soya lecithin is an emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but is a processed ingredient with mixed properties.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulsifier (soya lecithin)
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this dessert?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a common ingredient that provides structure but is a processed grain product.
Role in formula: base
Original: wheat flour
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Is E341 safe in this dessert?
Bad
E341 is used here as raising agent. E341 is a synthetic raising agent that may raise concerns about artificial additives in the product.
Role in formula: raising agent
Original: raising agents (E341, E500, E501)
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Is E500 safe in this dessert?
Bad
E500 is used here as raising agent. E500 is a synthetic raising agent that contributes to texture but raises concerns about artificial additives.
Role in formula: raising agent
Original: raising agents (E341, E500, E501)
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Is E501 safe in this dessert?
Bad
E501 is used here as raising agent. E501 is a synthetic raising agent that may raise quality concerns due to its artificial nature.
Role in formula: raising agent
Original: raising agents (E341, E500, E501)
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Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Wheat Gluten safe in this dessert?
Medium
Wheat Gluten is used here as base. Wheat gluten provides structure but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to gluten-sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: wheat gluten
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Is Sweet Whey Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sweet Whey Powder is used here as base. Sweet whey powder adds flavor and creaminess but is a processed dairy ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: sweet whey powder (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: 3925325
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Allergens detected: milk , wheat
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