Is Smørbukk Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Nidar
Smørbukk is a dessert from Nidar. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are Sugar, Glucose Syrup.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and glucose syrup as primary sweeteners, while cocoa butter and cocoa mass provide flavor. However, the presence of emulsifier soy lecithin raises concerns about processed ingredients.
Main concern
Sugar and glucose syrup are high in sweetness but raise concerns about excessive sugar content.
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
- Cocoa butter and cocoa mass contribute to a rich flavor profile, enhancing the overall taste experience.
- The use of milk powder adds creaminess, which can improve texture and mouthfeel.
Concerns
- Sugar and glucose syrup are high in sweetness but raise concerns about excessive sugar content.
- Soy lecithin is a processed emulsifier that may not align with clean ingredient preferences.
Who should avoid this product?
This dessert may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this dessert so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a primary sweetener in this product, contributing to its high sweetness level but raising concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sukker
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Is Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Milk Powder is used here as base. Milk powder adds creaminess and flavor, but its processing raises some quality concerns compared to fresh dairy.
Role in formula: base
Original: _tørmelk_
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a natural fat derived from cocoa beans, providing a smooth texture and rich flavor without significant safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: kakaosmør
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is made from ground cocoa beans, contributing to the chocolate flavor and quality without raising safety issues.
Role in formula: base
Original: kakaomasse*
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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 may not be ideal for health-conscious consumers.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glykosesirup
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Is Sweetened Condensed Milk safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sweetened Condensed Milk is used here as base. Sweetened condensed milk adds sweetness and creaminess but is high in sugar and calories, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: sukret kondensert _melk_
Read the full ingredient profile for Sweetened Condensed Milk
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Is Coconut Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Coconut Oil is used here as base. Coconut oil is a plant-based fat that adds richness but is high in saturated fat, which may raise health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: kokosolje
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Is Butter safe in this dessert?
Medium
Butter is used here as base. Butter adds flavor and richness but is high in saturated fat, which can be a concern for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: _smør_
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used as an emulsifier to improve texture but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgator (_soyalecitin_)
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Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness, contributing positively to the overall taste profile without safety concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Aromas safe in this dessert?
Medium
Aromas is used here as flavor. Aromas are added for flavor enhancement, but their nature is often unclear, raising potential quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromaer (bl.a. _hasselnøtt_)
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: 4047194
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Allergens detected: milk , soy , gluten
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