Chocolate Hazelnut Spread

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Common questions

Is Chocolate Hazelnut Spread healthy?

Chocolate Hazelnut Spread scores 80/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This chocolate hazelnut spread features high-quality ingredients like hazelnuts, cocoa powder, and avocado oil, which provide beneficial monounsaturated fats and antioxidants.

How processed is Chocolate Hazelnut Spread?

Chocolate Hazelnut Spread is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Chocolate Hazelnut Spread's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Hazelnuts, Cocoa Powder, Avocado Oil count in its favor; Organic Sugar is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Chocolate Hazelnut Spread

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80 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 5
Harmful ingredients 1
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Summary

This chocolate hazelnut spread features high-quality ingredients like hazelnuts, cocoa powder, and avocado oil, which provide beneficial monounsaturated fats and antioxidants. The use of organic powdered sugar and minimal additives contributes to a cleaner label. However, the product is processed and contains a significant amount of added sugars, which impacts its overall healthiness despite the presence of nutritious components.

Key ingredients 8

Hazelnuts
Very Good

Nutrient-dense tree nuts rich in healthy monounsaturated fats, fiber, vitamin E, and essential minerals that support heart and brain health.

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Cocoa Powder
Good

Rich in beneficial antioxidant polyphenols that support cardiovascular health and provide natural chocolate flavor.

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Avocado Oil
Good

A heart-healthy plant oil high in monounsaturated fats and oleic acid, providing a clean alternative to processed seed oils.

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Vanilla Extract
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Sea Salt
Good

Unrefined mineral salt that enhances flavor and provides trace minerals, serving as a minimally processed source of sodium.

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Organic Cornstarch
Neutral

A refined starch commonly used as a thickener and stabilizer in food products with minimal nutritional impact.

Oat Milk Powder
Neutral

Processed oat-based powder used to add creaminess and bulk, containing some dietary fiber and carbohydrates.

Organic Sugar
Bad

Added sweetener that provides empty calories and can contribute to blood sugar spikes when consumed in excess.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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