Happy Cow

Happy Cow

Milka · all Milka products checked

Target diet: Vegan

Happy Cow · Vegan

No, skip it.

milk, and 6 more.

  • milk
  • whey
  • skimmed milk
  • milk powder
  • milk solids
  • milk fat

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

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Deciding ingredient

milk

On the label

Sugarcocoa butterskimmed milk powdercocoa masswhey powderfrom milkmilk fatemulsifier

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientsmilk, whey, skimmed milk
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
538 kcal
Fat
31 g
Saturated fat
18 g
high
Carbohydrates
58 g
Sugars
57 g
high
Fibre
1.9 g
Protein
6.1 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, cocoa butter, skimmed milk powder, cocoa mass, whey powder (from milk), milk fat, emulsifier (soya lecithins), hazelnut paste, flavouring. Cocoa solids: 33% minimum in the Alpine milk chocolate. Milk solids: 18% minimum in the Alpine milk chocolate. May contain other nuts and wheats.

Detailed analysis: why is Happy Cow not vegan?

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

  • milk
  • whey
  • skimmed milk
  • milk powder
  • milk solids
  • milk fat
  • Milk (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Sugar, cocoa butter, skimmed milk powder, cocoa mass, whey powder (from milk), milk fat, emulsifier (soya lecithins), hazelnut paste, flavouring. Cocoa solids: 33% minimum in the Alpine milk chocolate. Milk solids: 18% minimum in the Alpine milk chocolate. May contain other nuts and wheats.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Happy Cow contains 538 calories per 100g, with 6.1g of protein, 31g of fat, and 58g of carbohydrates (57g 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 Happy Cow Vegan?

No, Happy Cow is generally not Vegan because it contains milk, whey, skimmed milk and others.

Does Happy Cow contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Sugar, cocoa butter, skimmed milk powder, cocoa mass, whey powder (from milk), milk fat, emulsifier (soya lecithins), hazelnut paste, flavouring. C...

What are the nutritional facts of Happy Cow?

Happy Cow contains 538 calories per 100g, with 6.1g of protein, 58g of carbohydrates, and 31g of fat.

How much sugar is in Happy Cow?

Happy Cow lists 57 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 Happy Cow ultra-processed?

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

Can I eat Happy Cow on a Vegan diet?

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