The Tonight Dough Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is The Tonight Dough Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Ben & Jerry's

The Tonight Dough Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Ben & Jerry's. 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 Sugar, Glucose, Brown Sugar affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The ingredient composition includes several sugars and oils, such as coconut oil and canola oil, which raise concerns about high sugar content and processed oils. Carrageenan is also present, indicating potential quality issues.

Main concern

High sugar content from multiple sources, including glucose and brown sugar, raises quality concerns.

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 flavors like vanilla extract, which enhance taste without synthetic additives.
  • Includes ground almonds and peanuts, providing some natural nut content.
  • Cocoa and unsweetened chocolate contribute to a rich flavor profile.
  • Tapioca flour and corn starch serve as thickeners, improving texture.

Concerns

  • High sugar content from multiple sources, including glucose and brown sugar, raises quality concerns.
  • Coconut oil and canola oil are processed oils, which may not be ideal for health-conscious consumers.
  • Carrageenan is a thickener that has raised safety concerns in some studies.
  • Presence of multiple emulsifiers like sunflower lecithin and soy lecithin indicates a highly processed product.

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 dessert.

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: 3242158

More from this brand: Ben & Jerry's products in Zerotox

Similar products: dessert in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: peanut , soy , wheat

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Frequently asked questions

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We detected: peanut, soy, wheat. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
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Ben & Jerry's — The Tonight Dough Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, cocoa, ground almonds. See the Ingredients section above.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
The ingredient composition includes several sugars and oils, such as coconut oil and canola oil, which raise concerns about high sugar content and processed oils. Carrageenan is also present, indicating potential quality issues. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: High sugar content from multiple sources, including glucose and brown sugar, raises quality concerns.; Coconut oil and canola oil are processed oils, which may not be ideal for health-conscious consumers.; Carrageenan is a thickener that has raised safety concerns in some studies.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Ben & Jerry's — The Tonight Dough Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among dessert products. See the full breakdown above.
Ben & Jerry's — The Tonight Dough Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Ben & Jerry's products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains natural flavors like vanilla extract, which enhance taste without synthetic additives.; Includes ground almonds and peanuts, providing some natural nut content.; Cocoa and unsweetened chocolate contribute to a rich flavor profile.. See the Pros section above.

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