Simple Truth Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips

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Is Simple Truth Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips healthy?

Simple Truth Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains a high level of added sugars, which can contribute to increased blood sugar levels and are linked to metabolic disorders when consumed in excess.

How processed is Simple Truth Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips?

Simple Truth Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Simple Truth Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cocoa Butter, Vanilla Extract count in its favor; Cane Sugar, Soy Lecithin are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Simple Truth Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips

Simple Truth
Bioengineered
60 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by Kroger
Category Chocolate
Summary

This product contains a high level of added sugars, which can contribute to increased blood sugar levels and are linked to metabolic disorders when consumed in excess. The presence of soy lecithin, a processed emulsifier, adds to the level of processing without providing nutritional benefits. Despite the inclusion of chocolate liquor, which offers some antioxidants, the overall processing level and sugar content limit its healthiness.

Key ingredients 5

Cocoa Butter
Good

Cocoa butter is a natural fat that adds smoothness and flavor, and contains beneficial antioxidants.

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Vanilla Extract
Good

Vanilla extract enhances flavor naturally and is generally considered a safe and pleasant addition to foods.

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Chocolate Liquor
Neutral

Chocolate liquor provides the chocolate flavor but is neutral in terms of health impact, containing both beneficial and less desirable compounds.

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Cane Sugar
Bad

Cane sugar is high in added sugars, which can contribute to excessive calorie intake and potential health issues when consumed in large amounts.

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Soy Lecithin
Bad

Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that is often highly processed and may contain genetically modified soy, which some consumers prefer to avoid.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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