Brownie Chocolate Chip Cookie

brownies

Why this score

• Capped: contains Sodium aluminum phosphateEFSA: aluminum exposure concern
• Medium sugar, saturated fat, saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: medium sugar, saturated fat, salt (−0.6).

Ingredients (24)

• 5Wheat Flour BleachedRefined grain; bleaching is chemical processing but nutritionally acceptable
• 3SugarRefined sweetener with no nutritional value; excess promotes weight gain.
• 8Chicory Root ExtractNatural plant extract; source of inulin fiber with prebiotic benefits
• 6Semisweet chocolate chipsContains cocoa solids with antioxidants but high in sugar
• 8Chocolate liquorNatural cocoa product; minimally processed; contains some antioxidants.
• 8Cocoa butterNatural fat from cocoa; minimally processed, acceptable.
• 6Soy lecithinProcessed emulsifier; derived from soy; generally recognized as safe.
• 6Natural FlavorBroad category; vague labeling but generally acceptable.
• 6Canola OilMinimally processed vegetable oil, good omega-3 content, some processing required
• 4palm oilHighly processed vegetable oil; environmental and health concerns noted.
• 7sugarcane fiberMinimally processed plant fiber; acceptable for digestive health.
• 4FructoseSimple sugar sweetener; high caloric density with no nutritional benefit.
• 7Vegetable glycerinSugar alcohol; minimal calories, generally safe.
• 7MolassesNatural byproduct of sugar processing, contains minerals, whole food.
• 10WaterEssential, natural, calorie-free, vital for all life processes
• 7CocoaNatural ingredient; processed with alkali but retains some antioxidants.
• 7baking sodaBaking soda: natural leavening agent, safe, minimal processing.
• 5Sodium aluminum phosphateLeavening agent; aluminum exposure concerns; used as alternative to harmful agents.
• 5Corn starchRefined carbohydrate thickener; minimal nutritional value.
• 6SaltMineral; essential but high sodium content in product.
• 6Xanthan GumBacterial fermentation product; thickener; generally recognized as safe.
• 7Locust Bean GumNatural legume-derived thickener; minimal processing; generally recognized safe.
• 8whole milk solidsConcentrated dairy; good protein and calcium but lacks liquid, moderately processed.
• 8milkWhole natural food; excellent nutrient density; calcium, protein, vitamins present.

Allergens

Contains: eggs, gluten, milk, soy

Declared on the product label. Anything not listed here simply wasn't declared - that is not the same as being free from it. Always check the packaging.