Is Vegan Hazelnut Chocolate Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Cremissimo
Cremissimo's Vegan Hazelnut Chocolate is reviewed here as a dessert. 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 Glucose Syrup, Glucose Fructose Syrup, Fructose.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like glucose syrup and stabilizers, which raise quality concerns. Carrageenan and artificial flavors are present, indicating a less clean profile.
Main concern
Glucose syrup and fructose are highly processed sugars that raise concerns about added sugars.
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 cocoa powder, providing a chocolate flavor that is essential for this product.
- Includes hazelnuts, which add a natural nutty taste and texture.
- Soy protein contributes to the product's texture and may enhance mouthfeel.
- Uses citric acid as a regulator, which is a common and generally accepted ingredient.
Concerns
- Glucose syrup and fructose are highly processed sugars that raise concerns about added sugars.
- Carrageenan is a thickener that has been associated with digestive issues in some individuals.
- Artificial flavors may indicate a lack of natural flavoring, affecting overall quality.
- Contains stabilizers like guar gum and locust bean gum, which are processed and may not be well-received by all consumers.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this dessert, not just listed as a raw label.
-
Is Water safe in this dessert?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this chocolate, essential for achieving the desired consistency and texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wasser
-
Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used to provide sweetness, but its high processing level raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
-
Is Glucose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can contribute to rapid spikes in blood sugar levels, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glukosesirup
-
Is Glucose Fructose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Glucose Fructose Syrup is used here as sweetener. This syrup is a blend of glucose and fructose, often derived from corn, and is linked to various health issues due to its high sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glukose-Fruktose-Sirup
-
Is Coconut Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Coconut Fat is used here as base. Coconut fat is used for texture and mouthfeel, but its saturated fat content raises some health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kokosfett
-
Is Cocoa Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Cocoa powder provides the chocolate flavor and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Kakaopulver
-
Is Fructose safe in this dessert?
Bad
Fructose is used here as sweetener. Fructose is a simple sugar that can lead to health issues when consumed in excess, raising concerns about its presence in this product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Fruktose
-
Is Soy Protein safe in this dessert?
Good
Soy Protein is used here as base. Soy protein adds texture and may enhance the nutritional profile, being a plant-based protein source.
Role in formula: base
Original: SOJAPROTEIN
-
Is Hazelnuts safe in this dessert?
Good
Hazelnuts is used here as flavor. Hazelnuts contribute a natural nutty flavor and texture, enhancing the overall quality of the chocolate.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: HASELNÜSSE
-
Is Low Fat Cocoa Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Low Fat Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Low-fat cocoa powder is used to maintain chocolate flavor while reducing fat content, a positive aspect for health-conscious consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: fettarmes Kakaopulver
-
Is Stabilizers safe in this dessert?
Medium
Stabilizers is used here as stabilizer. Stabilizers like guar gum and carrageenan help maintain texture but may raise concerns due to their processed nature.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: Stabilisatoren (Guarkernmehl, Carrageen, Johannisbrotkernmehl, Tarakernmehl)
-
Is Flavors safe in this dessert?
Bad
Flavors is used here as flavor. Artificial flavors are used to enhance taste but may indicate a lack of natural flavoring, affecting overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Aromen
-
Is Emulsifiers safe in this dessert?
Medium
Emulsifiers is used here as emulsifier. Emulsifiers like mono- and diglycerides help blend ingredients but are often processed, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgatoren (Mono - und Diglyceride von Speisefettsäuren, Lecithine (mit SOJA))
-
Is Citric Acid safe in this dessert?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used as a regulator, providing acidity that balances sweetness and enhances flavor without major concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Säureregulator (Citronensäure)
-
Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used to enhance flavor and balance sweetness, a common and acceptable ingredient in chocolate products.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salz
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: 4206036
More from this brand: Cremissimo products in Zerotox
Similar products: dessert in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: soy , hazelnut
Report / complain: You may report errors or complain about this product or its formulation to hello [at] zeroto.app . Published for transparency.