Is Strawberry Cheesecake Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Halo Top
This page reviews Strawberry Cheesecake by Halo Top as a dessert. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Palm Oil, Mono And Diglycerides.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes ultrafiltered skim milk and strawberries, but also contains sugar and palm oil, raising concerns about processed ingredients and added sugars.
Main concern
Contains sugar and powdered sugar, which contribute to sweetness but raise concerns about added sugars in the diet.
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
- Ultrafiltered skim milk provides a source of dairy with reduced fat content, contributing to a lighter texture.
- Strawberries are a natural fruit ingredient, adding flavor and some nutritional value to the product.
Concerns
- Contains sugar and powdered sugar, which contribute to sweetness but raise concerns about added sugars in the diet.
- Palm oil is present, which is often criticized for environmental concerns and may not be the healthiest fat option.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this dessert and why it matters.
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Is Ultrafiltered Skim Milk safe in this dessert?
Good
Ultrafiltered Skim Milk is used here as base. Ultrafiltered skim milk serves as a primary ingredient, providing a creamy texture while being lower in fat compared to whole milk.
Role in formula: base
Original: ULTRAFILTERED SKIM MILK
Read the full ingredient profile for Ultrafiltered Skim Milk
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Is Skim Milk safe in this dessert?
Good
Skim Milk is used here as base. Skim milk is included for additional creaminess and protein content without the added fat, enhancing the product's texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: SKIM MILK
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Is Strawberries safe in this dessert?
Good
Strawberries is used here as flavor. Strawberries provide natural flavor and color, contributing to the overall taste profile of the cheesecake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: STRAWBERRIES
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, but its presence raises concerns about excessive sugar intake in the diet.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: SUGAR
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Is Soluble Corn Fiber safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soluble Corn Fiber is used here as thickener. Soluble corn fiber acts as a thickener and bulking agent, which can aid in texture but may have digestive implications for some individuals.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: SOLUBLE CORN FIBER
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Is Corn Syrup safe in this dessert?
Medium
Corn Syrup is used here as sweetener. Corn syrup is used for sweetness and texture, but it is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about added sugars.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: CORN SY
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Is Powdered Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Powdered Sugar is used here as sweetener. Powdered sugar is included for sweetness and texture, contributing to the overall flavor profile but adding to sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: POWDERED SUGAR
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Is Vegetable Glycerine safe in this dessert?
Medium
Vegetable Glycerine is used here as humectant. Vegetable glycerine helps retain moisture in the product, enhancing texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: humectant
Original: VEGETABLE GLYCERINE
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this dessert?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is used in the graham crust, providing structure but may be a concern for gluten-sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: WHEAT FLOUR
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Is Graham Flour safe in this dessert?
Medium
Graham Flour is used here as base. Graham flour contributes to the crust's texture and flavor, but it is also a processed grain product.
Role in formula: base
Original: GRAHAM FLOUR
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Is Cheese Blend safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cheese Blend is used here as flavor. The cheese blend adds creaminess and flavor, but its processed nature may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: CHEESE BLEND( ACO, CULTURES)
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Is Buttermilk safe in this dessert?
Good
Buttermilk is used here as flavor. Buttermilk adds a tangy flavor and contributes to the creamy texture, enhancing the overall taste experience.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: BUTTERMILK
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Is Palm Oil safe in this dessert?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as fat. Palm oil is included for texture and stability but raises concerns due to its saturated fat content and environmental impact.
Role in formula: fat
Original: PALM OIL
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this dessert?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors enhance the overall taste but can be vague in terms of specific ingredients and processing methods.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: NATURAL FLAVORS
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Is Stevia Leaf Extract safe in this dessert?
Good
Stevia Leaf Extract is used here as sweetener. Stevia leaf extract is a natural sweetener that provides sweetness without calories, offering a healthier alternative to sugar.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: STEVIA LEAF EXTRACT (REB M)
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Is Lactic Acid safe in this dessert?
Medium
Lactic Acid is used here as acidulant. Lactic acid is used for flavor and preservation, but its presence indicates some processing.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: LACTIC ACID
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Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness, contributing to the overall taste profile without raising significant concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SALT
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Is Soda safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soda is used here as leavening_agent. Soda is used as a leavening agent in the crust, but its presence may raise concerns about processed ingredients.
Role in formula: leavening_agent
Original: SODA
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin acts as an emulsifier, helping to blend ingredients but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: SOY LECITHIN
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Is Inulin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Inulin is used here as fiber. Inulin is a soluble fiber that can aid in texture and digestion but may cause digestive issues for some individuals.
Role in formula: fiber
Original: INULIN
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Is Vitamin A Palmitate safe in this dessert?
Medium
Vitamin A Palmitate is used here as fortifier. Vitamin A palmitate is added for fortification, but its synthetic nature raises concerns about additives in the product.
Role in formula: fortifier
Original: VITAMIN A PALMITATE
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Is Mono And Diglycerides safe in this dessert?
Bad
Mono And Diglycerides is used here as emulsifier. Mono and diglycerides are used as emulsifiers but are often derived from partially hydrogenated oils, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES
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Is Carob Bean Gum safe in this dessert?
Medium
Carob Bean Gum is used here as thickener. Carob bean gum is a thickening agent that helps improve texture but is a processed ingredient with limited nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: CAROB BEAN GUM
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Is Cellulose Gel safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cellulose Gel is used here as thickener. Cellulose gel is used for texture improvement but is a processed ingredient that may not provide significant health benefits.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: CELLULOSE GEL
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: 3263080
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Allergens detected: wheat
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