Cacao

Cacao

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Target diet: Vegan

Cacao · Vegan

No, skip it.

milk, and 6 more.

  • milk
  • butter
  • egg
  • skimmed milk
  • milk powder
  • Eggs (allergen data)

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Deciding ingredient

milk

On the label

sugarvegetable fatspalmsheasalglucose-fructose syruphumectant: glycerolmilk powder rehydrated 7%

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientsmilk, butter, egg
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
451 kcal
Fat
22.8 g
Saturated fat
13.6 g
high
Carbohydrates
58.2 g
Sugars
43.1 g
high
Protein
5.4 g
Salt
0.3 g
low

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, high in sugars, low in salt. 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, vegetable fats (palm, shea, sal), glucose-fructose syrup, humectant: glycerol, milk powder rehydrated 7%, wheat flour 6,5%, skimmed milk powder 5%, dextrose, lean cocoa 3%, cocoa 3%, egg 2,5%, lactoserum powder, concentrated pear juice, wheat starch, milk powder 0,5%, emulsifiers (lecithins [soy], mono and diglycerides of fatty acids), baking powders (ammonium carbonate, sodium acid carbonate), concentrated lemon juice, flavourings, cocoa butter, salt, cocoa paste, concentrated butter

Detailed analysis: why is Cacao not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that Cacao is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • milk
  • butter
  • egg
  • skimmed milk
  • milk powder
  • Eggs (allergen data)
  • Milk (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: sugar, vegetable fats (palm, shea, sal), glucose-fructose syrup, humectant: glycerol, milk powder rehydrated 7%, wheat flour 6,5%, skimmed milk powder 5%, dextrose, lean cocoa 3%, cocoa 3%, egg 2,5%, lactoserum powder, concentrated pear juice, wheat starch, milk powder 0,5%, emulsifiers (lecithins [soy], mono and diglycerides of fatty acids), baking powders (ammonium carbonate, sodium acid carbonate), concentrated lemon juice, flavourings, cocoa butter, salt, cocoa paste, concentrated butter. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Cacao contains 451 calories per 100g, with 5.4g of protein, 22.8g of fat, and 58.2g of carbohydrates (43.1g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a vegan diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer vegan-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 Cacao Vegan?

No, Cacao is generally not Vegan because it contains milk, butter, egg and others.

Does Cacao contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: sugar, vegetable fats (palm, shea, sal), glucose-fructose syrup, humectant: glycerol, milk powder rehydrated 7%, wheat flour 6,5%, skimmed milk powder...

What are the nutritional facts of Cacao?

Cacao contains 451 calories per 100g, with 5.4g of protein, 58.2g of carbohydrates, and 22.8g of fat.

How much sugar is in Cacao?

Cacao lists 43.1 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 Cacao ultra-processed?

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

Can I eat Cacao on a Vegan diet?

No, Cacao is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.