German dark chocolate

German dark chocolate

Ludwig Schokolade Gmbh & Co. · all Ludwig Schokolade Gmbh & Co. products checked

Target diet: Vegan

German dark chocolate · Vegan

No, skip it.

Milk (allergen data).

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Deciding ingredient

Milk (allergen data)

On the label

Sugarcocoa liquorcocoa butterbutterfatsoy lecithinvanilla extract

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientsMilk (allergen data)
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
531 kcal
Fat
30.8 g
Saturated fat
18 g
high
Carbohydrates
61.5 g
Sugars
46.2 g
high
Fibre
7.7 g
Protein
5.1 g
Salt
0 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, cocoa liquor, cocoa butter, butterfat, soy lecithin, vanilla extract.

Detailed analysis: why is German dark chocolate not vegan?

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

  • Milk (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Sugar, cocoa liquor, cocoa butter, butterfat, soy lecithin, vanilla extract.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

German dark chocolate contains 531 calories per 100g, with 5.1g of protein, 30.8g of fat, and 61.5g of carbohydrates (46.2g 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 German dark chocolate Vegan?

No, German dark chocolate is generally not Vegan because it contains Milk (allergen data).

Does German dark chocolate contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Sugar, cocoa liquor, cocoa butter, butterfat, soy lecithin, vanilla extract.

What are the nutritional facts of German dark chocolate?

German dark chocolate contains 531 calories per 100g, with 5.1g of protein, 61.5g of carbohydrates, and 30.8g of fat.

How much sugar is in German dark chocolate?

German dark chocolate lists 46.2 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 German dark chocolate ultra-processed?

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

Can I eat German dark chocolate on a Vegan diet?

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