Cookies 'n' Chocolate

Cookies 'n' Chocolate

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Target diet: Palm Oil Free

Cookies 'n' Chocolate · Palm Oil Free

No, skip it.

Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis.

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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Deciding ingredient

Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis

On the label

MILK CHOCOLATE85%) [SUGARSKIMMED MILK POWDERCOW'S MILKCOCOA MASSCOCOA BUTTERMILK FATVEGETABLE OIL

What we checked

Palm oil in the ingredientsPalm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis
Open Food Facts analysisPalm oil flagged

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
526 kcal
Fat
28 g
Carbohydrates
60 g
Protein
9 g

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

MILK CHOCOLATE (85%) [SUGAR, SKIMMED MILK POWDER (COW'S MILK), COCOA MASS, COCOA BUTTER, MILK FAT (COW'S MILK), VEGETABLE OIL (PALM AND/OR SHEA OIL), RE LACTOSE (COW'S MILK), COCOA POWDER PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, EMULSIFIERS (SOYA LECITHIN (E322), POLYGLYCEROL POLYRICINOLEATE FROM CASTOR BEAN OIL (E476), ARTIFICIALCAR FLAVOUR (VANILLIN)]. COOKIES (15%) [WHEAT FLOUR (GLUTEN), SUGAR, LOW ERUCIĆ RAPESEED OIL, COCOA POWDER, EMULSIFIER (SOYA LECITHIN (E322), WHOLE MILK POWDER (COW'S SALT MILK), RAISING AGENT (SODIUM BICARBONATE (E500), COCOA MASS, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOUR (VANILLIN). MILK CHOCOLATE CONTAINS MIN 29% OF DRY COCOA SOLIDS, AND MIN 22 % OF DRY MILK SOLIDS.

Detailed analysis: why is Cookies 'n' Chocolate not palm oil-free?

Our analysis indicates that Cookies 'n' Chocolate is likely not suitable for a palm oil-free diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: MILK CHOCOLATE (85%) [SUGAR, SKIMMED MILK POWDER (COW'S MILK), COCOA MASS, COCOA BUTTER, MILK FAT (COW'S MILK), VEGETABLE OIL (PALM AND/OR SHEA OIL), RE LACTOSE (COW'S MILK), COCOA POWDER PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, EMULSIFIERS (SOYA LECITHIN (E322), POLYGLYCEROL POLYRICINOLEATE FROM CASTOR BEAN OIL (E476), ARTIFICIALCAR FLAVOUR (VANILLIN)]. COOKIES (15%) [WHEAT FLOUR (GLUTEN), SUGAR, LOW ERUCIĆ RAPESEED OIL, COCOA POWDER, EMULSIFIER (SOYA LECITHIN (E322), WHOLE MILK POWDER (COW'S SALT MILK), RAISING AGENT (SODIUM BICARBONATE (E500), COCOA MASS, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOUR (VANILLIN). MILK CHOCOLATE CONTAINS MIN 29% OF DRY COCOA SOLIDS, AND MIN 22 % OF DRY MILK SOLIDS.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Cookies 'n' Chocolate contains 526 calories per 100g, with 9g of protein, 28g of fat, and 60g of carbohydrates.

What should you do?

If you are following a palm oil-free diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer palm oil-free-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cookies 'n' Chocolate Palm Oil Free?

No, Cookies 'n' Chocolate contains palm oil: the ingredients list names Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis.

Does Cookies 'n' Chocolate contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: MILK CHOCOLATE (85%) [SUGAR, SKIMMED MILK POWDER (COW'S MILK), COCOA MASS, COCOA BUTTER, MILK FAT (COW'S MILK), VEGETABLE OIL (PALM AND/OR SHEA OIL), ...

What are the nutritional facts of Cookies 'n' Chocolate?

Cookies 'n' Chocolate contains 526 calories per 100g, with 9g of protein, 60g of carbohydrates, and 28g of fat.

Is Cookies 'n' Chocolate ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Cookies 'n' Chocolate is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Does Cookies 'n' Chocolate contain palm oil?

Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Cookies 'n' Chocolate. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.