Favorite Day Scare Squad Frosted Cookies

Why this score

• Capped: contains Artificial flavorsynthetic flavoring — undisclosed composition
• Capped: contains Titanium dioxideEU banned 2022 (EFSA)
• Capped: contains Yellow 5FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Yellow 6FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Red 40FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Blue 1FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• 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 37 g (−1.1); high saturated fat 13 g (−1.5); medium salt 0.6 g (−0.2) (total −2.8).

Ingredients (31)

• 5Enriched wheat flourRefined grain with added micronutrients; less nutritious than whole grain.
• 5Wheat flourRefined grain with minimal fiber; moderately processed.
• 8NiacinEssential B vitamin; added to fortified grain products.
• 8IronEssential mineral; micronutrient fortification.
• 8ThiaminVitamin B1; standard flour enrichment nutrient.
• 8MononitrateThiamin form used in flour enrichment.
• 5Orange chocolate coatingHighly processed chocolate product with artificial or added ingredients.
• 3SugarRefined sweetener; high caloric value, minimal nutrients.
• 7Cocoa processed with alkaliProcessed cocoa; alkaline treatment alters nutritional profile.
• 4Palm oilHigh saturated fat content; environmental and health concerns.
• 8Whey powderDairy derivative; protein source but processed.
• 8Whole milk solidsMilk derivative; provides calcium and dairy nutrients.
• 4DextrinModified carbohydrate; highly processed, minimal nutritional value.
• 4Artificial flavorSynthetic flavoring compound; no nutritional benefit.
• 8Folic acidSynthetic B vitamin; essential micronutrient fortification.
• 7Nonfat dry milkDehydrated milk product; provides protein and calcium.
• 2Titanium dioxideWhite pigment additive; used as food coloring; potential safety concerns.
• 6Soy lecithinSoy-derived emulsifier; minimally processed but from modified crops.
• 6SaltSodium chloride; natural preservative and flavoring.
• 1Yellow 5Synthetic azo dye; associated with hyperactivity concerns in some studies.
• 1Yellow 6Synthetic azo dye; artificial color additive.
• 1Red 40Synthetic azo dye; artificial color additive.
• 1Blue 1Synthetic triphenylmethane dye; artificial color additive.
• 5Natural and artificial flavorsMixed flavor sources; vague labeling, likely includes synthetics.
• 7Gum arabicNatural gum thickener from acacia tree; generally recognized as safe.
• 7Carnauba waxPlant-derived wax; food gloss/coating; generally safe.
• 5Confectioner's glazeResinous coating; processed additive for shine and preservation.
• 5Corn starchRefined carbohydrate; minimal fiber or nutrition.
• 6InvertaseEnzyme that breaks down sucrose; food processing aid.
• 7Sodium bicarbonateBaking soda; common leavening agent, safe in small amounts.
• 9EggsWhole food; excellent protein and nutrient source.

Allergens

Contains: eggs, milk, soy, gluten

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.