Is Peccan Pie Dessert Bars Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Schwartz Brothers Bakery Seattle
Peccan Pie Dessert Bars is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Schwartz Brothers Bakery Seattle. 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 Palm Oil affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes enriched unbleached flour and sugar, alongside margarine and palm oil, indicating a processed nature. Concerns arise from synthetic additives and high sugar content.
Main concern
Margarine contains palm oil and synthetic additives, raising concerns about processed ingredients and environmental impact.
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 pecans, which provide healthy fats and flavor, contributing positively to the overall composition.
- Enriched flour adds some vitamins and minerals, which can enhance nutritional value compared to regular flour.
Concerns
- Margarine contains palm oil and synthetic additives, raising concerns about processed ingredients and environmental impact.
- High sugar content from multiple sources, including sugar and brown sugar, may lead to excessive sweetness and health concerns.
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 snack.
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Is Enriched Unbleached Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Enriched Unbleached Flour is used here as base. Enriched unbleached flour is a processed ingredient used as the main base. While it provides some nutrients, the processing raises concerns about quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Enriched unbleached flour (wheat flour, ascorbic acid [dough conditioner], niacin, reduced iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid)
Read the full ingredient profile for Enriched Unbleached Flour
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Is Pecans safe in this snack?
Good
Pecans is used here as natural_extract. Pecans are a natural source of healthy fats and nutrients, contributing positively to the product's overall quality and flavor.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: pecans
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but raises concerns due to its high content, contributing to potential health issues.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Cream safe in this snack?
Good
Cream is used here as base. Cream adds richness and flavor to the bars, providing a natural dairy component that enhances texture and taste.
Role in formula: base
Original: cream (milk)
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Is Honey safe in this snack?
Good
Honey is used here as sweetener. Honey is a natural sweetener that adds flavor and may offer some beneficial properties compared to refined sugars.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: honey
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Is Margarine safe in this snack?
Medium
Margarine is used here as base. Margarine is a processed fat that includes palm oil and synthetic additives, raising concerns about health and environmental impact.
Role in formula: base
Original: margarine (palm oil, water, soybean oil, salt, whey [milk], mono diglycerides, soy lecithin, natural flavor, beta carotene [color], vitamin a palmitate added)
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Is Palm Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is a highly processed ingredient associated with environmental concerns and health issues due to its saturated fat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: palm oil
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Is Butter safe in this snack?
Good
Butter is used here as base. Butter is a natural dairy fat that enhances flavor and texture, contributing positively to the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: butter (milk)
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Is Powdered Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Powdered Sugar is used here as sweetener. Powdered sugar is a refined sugar product that adds sweetness and texture but raises concerns due to its high sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: powered sugar (sugar, cornstarch)
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Is Brown Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Brown Sugar is used here as sweetener. Brown sugar is a form of sugar that adds flavor and moisture but contributes to the overall high sugar content of the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: brown sugar
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Is Sea Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt enhances flavor and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the overall taste profile of the bars.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sea 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: 3408631
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Allergens detected: milk , wheat
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