Caramel S'Mores Clusters

Why this score

• Capped: contains Caramel invert sugaradded-sugar load
• Ultra-processed + additivesNOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) combined with a flagged additive — capped at 6.
• High in sugar, saturated fat; medium saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: high sugar 52 g (−1.5); high saturated fat 10 g (−1.5); medium salt 0.7 g (−0.2) (total −3.0).

Ingredients (42)

• 4Milk chocolateProcessed but contains milk, cocoa solids, and nutrients; high sugar content limits healthfulness
• 3SugarRefined sugar; high intake linked to metabolic disease.
• 8Cocoa butterNatural fat from cocoa; high in saturated fat but unrefined.
• 8Chocolate liquorNatural cocoa product; minimally processed; contains some antioxidants.
• 7Nonfat dry milkProcessed milk product; acceptable but lacks whole-food benefits.
• 8milk fatNatural saturated fat; minimal processing; essential fat-soluble vitamins; whole food source.
• 7LactoseDairy sugar; fermentable; may cause discomfort in lactose-intolerant individuals.
• 6Soy lecithinProcessed emulsifier; generally safe but highly refined.
• 5VanillinNatural or synthetic vanilla flavoring; safe, widely used in cosmetics.
• 6Salt
• 4CaramelProcessed sugar product, adds color and sweetness only
• 2Invert sugarRefined sugar syrup; same metabolic concerns as regular sugar.
• 5Sweetened Condensed MilkProcessed dairy product high in sugar; nutritional value unclear
• 6Heavy creamNatural dairy fat, minimally processed, good source of fat-soluble vitamins
• 6ButterNatural dairy fat; nutrient-dense but high saturated fat.
• 6CreamMinimally processed dairy ingredient; natural source of fat.
• 3Brown SugarRefined sugar with molasses; marginally more minerals than white sugar.
• 7Cane molassesNatural sweetener with some minerals, less refined than sugar
• 6Coconut oilNatural fat; high in saturated fat but minimally processed.
• 7GlycerinNatural humectant; moisturizing, safe for skin and well-tolerated.
• 8Vanilla ExtractNatural flavoring from vanilla beans; minimally processed.
• 6Graham flourWhole wheat flour; fibre source.
• 9Whole Grain WheatWhole grain; nutritious base ingredient with fiber and minerals.
• 6Corn MealProcessed corn product; acceptable base ingredient.
• 6Canola OilMinimally processed vegetable oil; good source of unsaturated fats.
• 7MolassesByproduct of sugar refining; less processed than refined sugar.
• 4FructoseConcentrated sweetener; linked to metabolic issues, non-nutritive.
• 5HoneyNatural sweetener with mild antimicrobial properties.
• 7Baking sodaSodium bicarbonate; natural leavening agent, safe.
• 8Calcium carbonateMineral additive; provides calcium fortification.
• 3DextroseSimple sugar; fermentable substrate and flavor contributor; minimal nutritional value.
• 4Trisodium PhosphateProcessing aid; used as emulsifier; safe but unnecessary.
• 8Rosemary extractNatural antioxidant preservative from herb; minimally processed
• 6Natural FlavorFood-derived flavoring; less harmful than artificial but vague composition.
• 3MarshmallowMostly sugar with little nutrition.
• 4Tapioca SyrupConcentrated sugar syrup; minimal nutritional value beyond calories.
• 3Cane sugarRefined sugar; empty calories, no nutritional benefit.
• 10Filtered waterPure water, essential ingredient with no additives or concerns.
• 6Tapioca starchRefined starch; minimal nutrients but common baking ingredient.
• 6CarrageenanSeaweed-derived thickener; generally recognized safe; possible inflammation.
• 7Soy proteinProcessed but complete plant protein; generally healthy option
• 8Natural vanilla flavorDerived from vanilla bean; minimally processed flavoring agent

Allergens

Contains: soy, milk, gluten

From the product label and its ingredient list, and not part of the score. Anything not listed here simply wasn't declared - that is not the same as being free from it. Always check the packaging.