Is Nuss Nougat-Creme Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Brinkers
This page reviews Nuss Nougat-Creme by Brinkers as a food. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like skimmed milk powder and emulsifiers, which raise quality concerns. The presence of sugar and sunflower oil also indicates a less favorable profile.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like skimmed milk powder and emulsifiers, which raise quality concerns. The presence of sugar and sunflower oil also indicates a less favorable profile.
Main concern
Includes skimmed milk powder, a processed dairy ingredient that may raise concerns for lactose-sensitive individuals.
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 roasted hazelnuts (13%), providing a natural nut flavor and some nutritional benefits.
- Uses cocoa powder (7.5%) and cocoa butter (4%), which are derived from cocoa beans and contribute to flavor.
Concerns
- Includes skimmed milk powder, a processed dairy ingredient that may raise concerns for lactose-sensitive individuals.
- Contains added sugar (rohrzucker), which contributes to the overall sweetness but raises health concerns.
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 food and why it matters.
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used to enhance sweetness in this product. While it provides flavor, excessive sugar intake is linked to various health issues.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Rohrzucker*
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil serves as a fat source, contributing to texture. However, it is a refined oil, which may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sonnenblumenöl*
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Is Hazelnuts safe in this food?
Good
Hazelnuts is used here as base. Roasted hazelnuts provide a rich flavor and some nutritional benefits, including healthy fats and vitamins.
Role in formula: base
Original: Haselnüsse* geröstet (13%)
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Is Cocoa Powder safe in this food?
Good
Cocoa Powder is used here as base. Cocoa powder adds flavor and some antioxidants. The high fat content is removed, making it a lighter ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaopulver* stark entölt (7,5%)
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this food?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder adds creaminess and flavor but is a processed dairy product that may not suit all diets.
Role in formula: base
Original: Magermilchpulver*
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this food?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter contributes to the creamy texture and rich flavor, derived from cocoa beans.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaobutter* (4%)
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Is Sunflower Lecithin safe in this food?
Medium
Sunflower Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower lecithin is used to stabilize the mixture, helping to blend oil and water components effectively.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgato Sonnenblumenlecithine*
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Is Bourbon Vanilla Extract safe in this food?
Good
Bourbon Vanilla Extract is used here as flavor. Bourbon vanilla extract adds a natural flavor profile, enhancing the overall taste of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Bourbonvanilleextrakt*
Read the full ingredient profile for Bourbon Vanilla Extract
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: 3827482
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Allergens detected: hazelnuts , milk
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