At a glance
Summary
This chocolate chip cookie dough is made with relatively clean ingredients such as cashews, maple syrup, and chocolate chips, which contribute to its nutritional profile. However, it is still a processed food with a high sugar content and includes additives like baking soda. The processing level and sugar content prevent it from achieving a higher score, despite the absence of harmful ingredients like seed oils or artificial additives.
Key ingredients 8
CashewsGood
Cashews are a nutrient-dense nut providing healthy fats, protein, and essential minerals. They are minimally processed and can support heart health due to their monounsaturated fat content. Cashews also contain antioxidants that may help reduce inflammation.
Risks
Cashews can be allergenic for some individuals and should be consumed with caution by those with nut allergies.
Benefits
Rich in healthy fats, protein, and minerals like magnesium and zinc, supporting overall health and wellness.
Maple syrupGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
Risks
High sugar content can contribute to blood sugar spikes and should be limited in a balanced diet.
Benefits
Contains small amounts of minerals like manganese and zinc, offering a slight nutritional advantage over refined sugars.
Vanilla extractGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
Benefits
Provides a pleasant aroma and flavor, with some antioxidant properties from vanillin.
Chocolate chipsNeutral
Chocolate chips are typically made from cocoa, sugar, and fat, providing a rich flavor to baked goods. The quality of chocolate chips can vary based on cocoa content and processing methods. They offer some antioxidants from cocoa but are also high in sugar and fat.
Risks
High in sugar and fat, which can contribute to weight gain and metabolic issues if consumed in excess.
Benefits
Cocoa in chocolate chips contains flavonoids, which have antioxidant properties that may support heart health.
SaltNeutral
Salt is a common seasoning used to enhance flavor in foods. It is essential for maintaining fluid balance and nerve function. However, excessive intake can lead to health issues such as hypertension.
Risks
Excessive consumption can lead to high blood pressure and cardiovascular issues.
Benefits
Essential for maintaining electrolyte balance and proper muscle function.
Baking sodaNeutral
Baking soda is a leavening agent used in baking to help dough rise. It is chemically simple and generally safe when used in cooking. It has no significant nutritional value but is crucial for texture in baked goods.
Benefits
Helps improve the texture and volume of baked goods by acting as a leavening agent.
E500Neutral
E500, also known as sodium bicarbonate, is a common leavening agent in baking. It is a simple chemical compound that helps dough rise. It is generally recognized as safe when used in food preparation.
Benefits
Essential for leavening in baking, contributing to the desired texture of baked goods.
E500iiNeutral
E500ii is a form of sodium bicarbonate used as a leavening agent. It is chemically similar to E500 and serves the same purpose in baking. It is safe for consumption in typical food applications.
Benefits
Contributes to the leavening process, improving the texture and volume of baked goods.
Processing
Processed Foods
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