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Hotel Chocolat 85 Dark

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Is Hotel Chocolat 85 Dark healthy?

Hotel Chocolat 85 Dark scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains high-quality cocoa ingredients that are rich in antioxidants and healthy fats, contributing positively to its nutritional profile.

How processed is Hotel Chocolat 85 Dark?

Hotel Chocolat 85 Dark is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Hotel Chocolat 85 Dark's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cocoa solids, Cocoa mass, Cocoa butter count in its favor; Sugar, Emulsifier (SOYA 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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Hotel Chocolat 85 Dark

Hotel Chocolat
65 Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

$50.00 · 29 pieces · $4.30 / ounce
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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by Mars
Category Chocolate
Summary

This product contains high-quality cocoa ingredients that are rich in antioxidants and healthy fats, contributing positively to its nutritional profile. However, the presence of refined sugar, which is highly processed and linked to health issues like obesity and diabetes, detracts from its overall healthiness. The product's processing level also limits its score, despite the beneficial ingredients.

Key ingredients 5

Cocoa solids
Good

Cocoa solids are rich in antioxidants and can contribute to a satisfying chocolate flavor, making them a beneficial ingredient.

Cocoa mass
Good

Cocoa mass provides natural cocoa flavor and contains beneficial compounds like flavonoids, supporting a positive perception.

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Cocoa butter
Good

Cocoa butter adds smoothness and richness to the chocolate, and contains healthy fats that can be part of a balanced diet.

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Sugar
Bad

Sugar is added for sweetness but can contribute to excess calorie intake and affect dental health if consumed in large amounts.

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Emulsifier (SOYA lecithin)
Very Bad

Soya lecithin is used to improve texture but may be a concern for those with soy allergies or sensitivities.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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