Is Toblerone Chocolate Cake Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Almondy
This page reviews Toblerone Chocolate Cake by Almondy 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: Glucose Syrup, Palm Oil, Emulsifiers.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like glucose syrup and emulsifiers, which raise quality concerns. The presence of milk and eggs indicates potential allergens.
Main concern
Includes glucose syrup, a processed sweetener that raises concerns about 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
- Contains Toblerone chocolate, which adds a unique flavor profile and quality ingredient.
- Includes almonds, providing a source of healthy fats and texture.
- Liquid egg whites contribute to the cake's structure and moisture.
- Uses cream, enhancing the richness and mouthfeel of the cake.
Concerns
- Includes glucose syrup, a processed sweetener that raises concerns about sugar content.
- Contains multiple emulsifiers, which may indicate a highly processed product.
- Palm oil is present, raising sustainability and health concerns.
- Sorbitol is included, which can cause digestive issues in some individuals.
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 Liquid Egg Whites safe in this dessert?
Good
Liquid Egg Whites is used here as base. Liquid egg whites provide structure and moisture to the cake, contributing positively to texture and protein content.
Role in formula: base
Original: Blanc d'oeufs liquide
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but raises concerns about excessive sweetness and health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sucre
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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 lacks nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sirop de glucose
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Is Lactose safe in this dessert?
Medium
Lactose is used here as sweetener. Lactose, a sugar found in milk, adds sweetness but may cause issues for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: lactose [lait]
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Is Toblerone Milk Chocolate safe in this dessert?
Medium
Toblerone Milk Chocolate is used here as flavor. Toblerone chocolate adds a distinct flavor and texture, but its sugar and fat content raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Chocolat au lait Toblerone avec nougat au miel et aux amandes
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Is Cream safe in this dessert?
Good
Cream is used here as base. Cream enhances the richness and mouthfeel of the cake, contributing positively to its overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Crème
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Is Water safe in this dessert?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a necessary ingredient for hydration and texture in the cake, contributing to its overall consistency.
Role in formula: base
Original: Eau
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Is Palm Oil safe in this dessert?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as fat. Palm oil raises concerns regarding health and environmental sustainability due to its processing and sourcing.
Role in formula: fat
Original: Huiles (palme)
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Is Liquid Egg Yolks safe in this dessert?
Good
Liquid Egg Yolks is used here as base. Liquid egg yolks contribute to the richness and emulsification of the cake, enhancing texture and flavor.
Role in formula: base
Original: Jaunes d'oeufs liquide
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Is Almonds safe in this dessert?
Good
Almonds is used here as base. Almonds provide healthy fats, protein, and a crunchy texture, contributing positively to the cake's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Amandes
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Is Sunflower Seeds safe in this dessert?
Good
Sunflower Seeds is used here as base. Sunflower seeds add nutritional value, including healthy fats and protein, enhancing the cake's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Graines de tournesol
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Is Canola Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Canola Oil is used here as fat. Canola oil is a common cooking oil that provides moisture but raises concerns about processing and health implications.
Role in formula: fat
Original: Huile de colza
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Whole Milk Powder is used here as base. Whole milk powder adds creaminess and flavor but may pose issues for those with dairy allergies.
Role in formula: base
Original: Poudre de lait entier
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Is Cocoa Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Cocoa powder adds chocolate flavor but may contain added sugars or processing agents that raise concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Cacao en poudre faible en gras
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Is Skim Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Skim Milk Powder is used here as base. Skim milk powder contributes to texture and flavor but may not provide the same richness as whole milk.
Role in formula: base
Original: Poudre de lait écrémé
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Is Emulsifiers safe in this dessert?
Bad
Emulsifiers is used here as emulsifier. Emulsifiers like soy lecithin and mono- and diglycerides are processed ingredients that raise concerns about quality.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulsifiants (lécithine de soja, esters de l'acide lactique de mono tot de diglycerides, mono et diglycérides d'acide gras)
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Is Sorbitol safe in this dessert?
Bad
Sorbitol is used here as sweetener. Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol used as a sweetener that can cause digestive discomfort in some individuals.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sorbitol
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Is Carboxymethylcellulose safe in this dessert?
Bad
Carboxymethylcellulose is used here as thickener. Carboxymethylcellulose is a synthetic thickener that raises concerns about its processing and potential health effects.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Carboxymethylcellulose
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Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness in the cake, contributing positively to the overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Sel
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Is Milk Proteins safe in this dessert?
Medium
Milk Proteins is used here as base. Milk proteins contribute to texture and flavor but may cause issues for those with dairy allergies.
Role in formula: base
Original: Protéines du lait
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: 3485905
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Allergens detected: milk , eggs , soy , almonds
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