Is S'mores Soft-Baked Cookies Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Matt's Bakery
Matt's Bakery's S'mores Soft-Baked Cookies is reviewed here as a snack. 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 Carrageenan.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The ingredient composition includes several processed components like palm oil and carrageenan, which raise quality concerns. The presence of sugars and artificial flavors further impacts the overall safety assessment.
Main concern
Carrageenan is a thickener that may raise safety concerns due to its potential digestive issues.
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 natural ingredients like cocoa butter and organic honey, which contribute positively to flavor and texture.
- Includes whole food components like date paste and apple fiber, which can enhance the nutritional profile.
Concerns
- Carrageenan is a thickener that may raise safety concerns due to its potential digestive issues.
- High sugar content from multiple sources, including brown sugar and cane sugar, raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
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 snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Good
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary structure-building ingredient in these cookies, providing essential carbohydrates and some protein.
Role in formula: base
Original: WHEAT FLOUR
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Is Palm Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is used for texture and moisture but raises concerns due to environmental impact and high saturated fat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: PALM OIL
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Is Canola Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Canola Oil is used here as base. Canola oil is included for moisture and texture, but its processing and potential for GMOs may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: CANOLA
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Is Brown Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Brown Sugar is used here as sweetener. Brown sugar adds sweetness and moisture but contributes to high sugar content, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: BROWN SUGAR
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Is Tapioca Syrup safe in this snack?
Medium
Tapioca Syrup is used here as sweetener. Tapioca syrup is a sweetener that provides texture but is high in sugars, contributing to overall sweetness.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: TAPIOCA SYRUP
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Is Carrageenan safe in this snack?
Bad
Carrageenan is used here as thickener. Carrageenan is a thickening agent that may cause digestive issues in some individuals, raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: CARRAGEENAN
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Is Soy Protein safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Protein is used here as base. Soy protein is added for texture and protein content but may raise concerns for those with soy allergies.
Role in formula: base
Original: SOY PROTEIN
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Is Natural Vanilla Flavor safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Vanilla Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural vanilla flavor enhances taste but may be derived from various sources, raising quality consistency concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: NATURAL VANILLA FLAVOR
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Is Chocolate Chips safe in this snack?
Medium
Chocolate Chips is used here as flavor. Chocolate chips add flavor and sweetness but contain added sugars and fats, impacting overall healthiness.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: CHOCOLATE CHIPS
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Is Eggs safe in this snack?
Good
Eggs is used here as base. Eggs provide structure and moisture, contributing positively to the texture and nutritional profile of the cookies.
Role in formula: base
Original: EGGS
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Is Date Paste safe in this snack?
Good
Date Paste is used here as sweetener. Date paste is a natural sweetener that adds flavor and fiber, enhancing the overall nutritional quality.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: DATE PASTE
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Is Baking Soda safe in this snack?
Medium
Baking Soda is used here as leavening. Baking soda acts as a leavening agent, helping the cookies rise, but is a common processed ingredient.
Role in formula: leavening
Original: BAKING SODA
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Is Apple Fiber safe in this snack?
Good
Apple Fiber is used here as base. Apple fiber adds moisture and fiber content, contributing positively to the texture and nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: APPLE FIBER
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: 3322723
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Allergens detected: wheat , soy , egg
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