Plain chocolate

Plain chocolate

Tesco · all Tesco products checked

Target diet: Vegan

Plain chocolate · Vegan

No, skip it.

milk, and 2 more.

  • milk
  • whey
  • Milk (allergen data)

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 MassCocoa ButterWhey PowderMilkEmulsifierSunflower Lecithins

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientsmilk, whey, Milk (allergen data)
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
520 kcal
Fat
31 g
Saturated fat
19 g
high
Carbohydrates
51 g
Sugars
51 g
high
Protein
5.7 g
Salt
0.1 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 Mass, Cocoa Butter, Whey Powder (Milk), Emulsifier (Sunflower Lecithins), Flavouring. Plain Chocolate contains: Cocoa Solids 49% minimum.

Detailed analysis: why is Plain chocolate not vegan?

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

  • milk
  • whey
  • Milk (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Sugar, Cocoa Mass, Cocoa Butter, Whey Powder (Milk), Emulsifier (Sunflower Lecithins), Flavouring. Plain Chocolate contains: Cocoa Solids 49% minimum.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Plain chocolate contains 520 calories per 100g, with 5.7g of protein, 31g of fat, and 51g of carbohydrates (51g 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 Plain chocolate Vegan?

No, Plain chocolate is generally not Vegan because it contains milk, whey, Milk (allergen data).

Does Plain chocolate contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Sugar, Cocoa Mass, Cocoa Butter, Whey Powder (Milk), Emulsifier (Sunflower Lecithins), Flavouring. Plain Chocolate contains: Cocoa Solids 49% minimum.

What are the nutritional facts of Plain chocolate?

Plain chocolate contains 520 calories per 100g, with 5.7g of protein, 51g of carbohydrates, and 31g of fat.

How much sugar is in Plain chocolate?

Plain chocolate lists 51 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 Plain chocolate ultra-processed?

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

Can I eat Plain chocolate on a Vegan diet?

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