Is Peanut Butter Brownie Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Honey Mama's
Peanut Butter Brownie is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Honey Mama's. The product scores 85/100 in Zerotox, meaning it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.
The composition features organic roasted peanuts and organic dates, indicating a focus on natural ingredients. However, the presence of pea protein crisps and organic semi-sweet chocolate introduces some processed elements.
85 / 100
Why score is 85
The composition features organic roasted peanuts and organic dates, indicating a focus on natural ingredients. However, the presence of pea protein crisps and organic semi-sweet chocolate introduces some processed elements.
Main concern
Pea protein crisps include rice starch, which is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality.
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
- Organic roasted peanuts provide healthy fats and protein, contributing positively to the overall quality.
- Organic dates serve as a natural sweetener, enhancing flavor without refined sugars.
- Organic unrefined coconut oil is a minimally processed fat source, supporting a cleaner ingredient profile.
- Organic semi-sweet chocolate contains organic coconut sugar, which is a less processed sweetening option.
Concerns
- Pea protein crisps include rice starch, which is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality.
- Organic semi-sweet chocolate, while organic, still contains added sugars, which can be a concern for some consumers.
- Organic sunflower lecithin is an emulsifier that, while generally accepted, is still a processed ingredient.
- Himalayan pink salt, while natural, adds sodium content which may be a concern for those monitoring salt intake.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this snack.
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Is Organic Roasted Peanuts safe in this snack?
Good
Organic Roasted Peanuts is used here as base. Organic roasted peanuts are a natural source of healthy fats and protein, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Organic Roasted Peanuts
Read the full ingredient profile for Organic Roasted Peanuts
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Is Pea Protein safe in this snack?
Medium
Pea Protein is used here as base. Pea protein is a plant-based protein source, but its processing into crisps raises some concerns about ingredient quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Pea Protein
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Is Rice Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Rice Starch is used here as base. Rice starch is a processed carbohydrate that serves as a binding agent, which may not align with a clean ingredient preference.
Role in formula: base
Original: Rice Starch
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Is Organic Dates safe in this snack?
Good
Organic Dates is used here as sweetener. Organic dates are a natural sweetener that provides fiber and nutrients, enhancing the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Organic Dates
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Is Organic Unrefined Coconut Oil safe in this snack?
Good
Organic Unrefined Coconut Oil is used here as base. Organic unrefined coconut oil is minimally processed and provides healthy fats, supporting a cleaner ingredient profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Organic Unrefined Coconut Oil
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Is Organic Raw Honey safe in this snack?
Good
Organic Raw Honey is used here as sweetener. Organic raw honey is a natural sweetener with potential health benefits, contributing positively to the product's composition.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Organic Raw Honey
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Is Organic Alkalized Cocoa Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Organic Alkalized Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Organic alkalized cocoa powder is processed to reduce acidity, which may affect its antioxidant properties compared to raw cocoa.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Organic Alkalized Cocoa Powder
Read the full ingredient profile for Organic Alkalized Cocoa Powder
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Is Organic Semi Sweet Chocolate safe in this snack?
Medium
Organic Semi Sweet Chocolate is used here as flavor. Organic semi-sweet chocolate contains added sugars, which can be a concern for those monitoring sugar intake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Organic Semi-Sweet Chocolate
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Is Organic Coconut Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Organic Coconut Sugar is used here as sweetener. Organic coconut sugar is a less processed sweetener but still contributes to the overall sugar content of the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Organic Coconut Sugar
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Is Organic Chocolate Liquor safe in this snack?
Medium
Organic Chocolate Liquor is used here as flavor. Organic chocolate liquor is a processed form of chocolate that adds flavor but may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Organic Chocolate Liquor
Read the full ingredient profile for Organic Chocolate Liquor
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Is Organic Cocoa Butter safe in this snack?
Medium
Organic Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Organic cocoa butter is a fat derived from cocoa beans, contributing to texture but is still a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: Organic Cocoa Butter
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Is Vanilla Extract safe in this snack?
Good
Vanilla Extract is used here as flavor. Vanilla extract adds natural flavor to the product, enhancing its overall taste without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Vanilla Extract
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Is Organic Sunflower Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Organic Sunflower Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Organic sunflower lecithin is an emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but is a processed component of the product.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Organic Sunflower Lecithin
Read the full ingredient profile for Organic Sunflower Lecithin
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Is Himalayan Pink Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Himalayan Pink Salt is used here as base. Himalayan pink salt is a natural mineral salt that enhances flavor, though it adds sodium content to the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Himalayan Pink Salt
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: 3470255
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Allergens detected: peanut
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