The Brownie

The Brownie

Hotel Chocolate · all Hotel Chocolate products checked

Target diet: Vegan

The Brownie · Vegan

No, skip it.

milk, and 6 more.

  • milk
  • cream
  • butter
  • skimmed milk
  • milk powder
  • milk solids

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

Cocoa solidscocoa masscocoa buttersugarfull cream MILK powderPECAN NUT paste11%nibbed PECAN NUTS

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientsmilk, cream, butter
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan
Cross-contact tracesegg

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
616 kcal
Fat
48 g
Carbohydrates
38 g
Sugars
32 g
high
Protein
5 g

Per 100 g this product is 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.

Ingredients (original text)

Cocoa solids (cocoa mass, cocoa butter), sugar, full cream MILK powder, PECAN NUT paste (11%), nibbed PECAN NUTS (6%), butter oil (from MILK), skimmed MILK powder, emulsifiers (SOYA lecithin, sunflower lecithin), caramelised sugar, flavourings, natural colour (paprika). Milk chocolate contains minimum 50% cocoa solids, minimum 20% milk solids. For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in BOLD. May contain traces of other tree nuts, peanuts, gluten, wheat, egg, sesame. Suitable for vegetarians. Alcohol free. Caution: Although every care has been taken to remove nut shells, some may still remain. No artificial flavours. Store in a cool dry place away from strong odours. Country of Origin: United Kingdom.

Detailed analysis: why is The Brownie not vegan?

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

  • milk
  • cream
  • butter
  • skimmed milk
  • milk powder
  • milk solids
  • Milk (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Cocoa solids (cocoa mass, cocoa butter), sugar, full cream MILK powder, PECAN NUT paste (11%), nibbed PECAN NUTS (6%), butter oil (from MILK), skimmed MILK powder, emulsifiers (SOYA lecithin, sunflower lecithin), caramelised sugar, flavourings, natural colour (paprika). Milk chocolate contains minimum 50% cocoa solids, minimum 20% milk solids. For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in BOLD. May contain traces of other tree nuts, peanuts, gluten, wheat, egg, sesame. Suitable for vegetarians. Alcohol free. Caution: Although every care has been taken to remove nut shells, some may still remain. No artificial flavours. Store in a cool dry place away from strong odours. Country of Origin: United Kingdom.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

The Brownie contains 616 calories per 100g, with 5g of protein, 48g of fat, and 38g of carbohydrates (32g 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 The Brownie Vegan?

No, The Brownie is generally not Vegan because it contains milk, cream, butter and others.

Does The Brownie contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Cocoa solids (cocoa mass, cocoa butter), sugar, full cream MILK powder, PECAN NUT paste (11%), nibbed PECAN NUTS (6%), butter oil (from MILK), skimmed...

What are the nutritional facts of The Brownie?

The Brownie contains 616 calories per 100g, with 5g of protein, 38g of carbohydrates, and 48g of fat.

How much sugar is in The Brownie?

The Brownie lists 32 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).

Can I eat The Brownie on a Vegan diet?

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