Is Nut Nougat Ice Cream Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Aldi
Nut Nougat Ice Cream is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Aldi. 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, Glucose Syrup affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and glucose syrup, which are processed sweeteners, raising concerns about high sugar content. Emulsifiers and stabilizers like mono- and diglycerides and guar gum are present, indicating moderate processing.
Main concern
Includes sugar and glucose syrup, which are processed sweeteners that can contribute to high sugar levels.
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 hazelnut puree (7.5%), providing a natural nut flavor and some nutritional benefits.
- Uses stabilizers like guar gum, which can improve texture without synthetic additives.
Concerns
- Includes sugar and glucose syrup, which are processed sweeteners that can contribute to high sugar levels.
- Contains emulsifiers like mono- and diglycerides, which raise concerns about processed ingredients.
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 Milk safe in this dessert?
Good
Milk is used here as base. Milk serves as the primary base for this ice cream, providing creaminess and essential nutrients. Its quality is generally high, contributing positively to the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Entrahmte Milch
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but raises concerns due to its high caloric content and potential health impacts when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Hazelnut Puree safe in this dessert?
Good
Hazelnut Puree is used here as flavor. Hazelnut puree adds a rich, nutty flavor and some nutritional value, enhancing the overall quality of the ice cream.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Haselnussmark
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that can contribute to high sugar levels and lacks nutritional benefits, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glukosesirup
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Is Coconut Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Coconut Fat is used here as base. Coconut fat is used for creaminess but is a processed fat that may raise concerns about saturated fat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kokosfett
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is a common ingredient that provides texture but is often refined, raising concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sonnenblumenöl
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Is Low Fat Cocoa safe in this dessert?
Good
Low Fat Cocoa is used here as flavor. Low-fat cocoa adds chocolate flavor with fewer calories, contributing positively to the flavor profile without excessive fat.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: fettarmer Kakao
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder enhances creaminess while reducing fat content, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Magermilchpulver
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Is Mono And Diglycerides safe in this dessert?
Medium
Mono And Diglycerides is used here as emulsifier. These emulsifiers help maintain texture and stability but are processed ingredients that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Mono - und Diglyceride von Speisefettsäuren
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Is Guar Gum safe in this dessert?
Medium
Guar Gum is used here as stabilizer. Guar gum is a natural thickener that improves texture but is processed, which may raise some concerns about ingredient quality.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: Guarkernmehl
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this dessert?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors enhance taste but can be vague in origin, raising questions about their specific quality and sourcing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliche Aromen
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Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used to enhance flavor and is a common ingredient in many food products, contributing positively to 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: 3852182
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Allergens detected: nuts , milk , egg , gluten , soy
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