Ghirardelli chocolate, milk chocolate

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Target diet: Palm Oil Free

Ghirardelli chocolate, milk chocolate · Palm Oil Free

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palm oil.

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Deciding ingredient

palm oil

On the label

Sugarwhole milk powdercocoa buttercorn syrupsweetened condensed milkpasteurized milkunsweetened chocolatepalm oil

What we checked

Palm oil in the ingredientspalm oil
Open Food Facts analysisPalm oil flagged

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
489 kcal
Fat
26.7 g
Saturated fat
15.6 g
high
Carbohydrates
62.2 g
Sugars
53.3 g
high
Fibre
2.2 g
Protein
4.4 g
Salt
0.4 g

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, high in sugars. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.

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

Ingredients (original text)

Sugar, whole milk powder, cocoa butter, corn syrup, sweetened condensed milk (pasteurized milk, sugar), unsweetened chocolate, palm oil, water, butter (cream, salt), natural and artificial flavors, sorbitol, soy lecithin - an emulsifier, dipotassium phosphate, salt, potassium sorbate, spices, vanilla, citric acid and tbhq - as preservatives, caramel color.

Detailed analysis: why is Ghirardelli chocolate, milk chocolate not palm oil-free?

Our analysis indicates that Ghirardelli chocolate, milk 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

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Sugar, whole milk powder, cocoa butter, corn syrup, sweetened condensed milk (pasteurized milk, sugar), unsweetened chocolate, palm oil, water, butter (cream, salt), natural and artificial flavors, sorbitol, soy lecithin - an emulsifier, dipotassium phosphate, salt, potassium sorbate, spices, vanilla, citric acid and tbhq - as preservatives, caramel color.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Ghirardelli chocolate, milk chocolate contains 489 calories per 100g, with 4.4g of protein, 26.7g of fat, and 62.2g of carbohydrates (53.3g of which is sugar).

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 Ghirardelli chocolate, milk chocolate Palm Oil Free?

No, Ghirardelli chocolate, milk chocolate contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm oil.

Does Ghirardelli chocolate, milk chocolate contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Sugar, whole milk powder, cocoa butter, corn syrup, sweetened condensed milk (pasteurized milk, sugar), unsweetened chocolate, palm oil, water, butter...

What are the nutritional facts of Ghirardelli chocolate, milk chocolate?

Ghirardelli chocolate, milk chocolate contains 489 calories per 100g, with 4.4g of protein, 62.2g of carbohydrates, and 26.7g of fat.

How much sugar is in Ghirardelli chocolate, milk chocolate?

Ghirardelli chocolate, milk chocolate lists 53.3 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as high in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (22.5 g or more per 100 g).

Is Ghirardelli chocolate, milk chocolate ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Ghirardelli chocolate, milk chocolate is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Does Ghirardelli chocolate, milk chocolate contain palm oil?

Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Ghirardelli chocolate, milk chocolate. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.