Hazelnut

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Common questions

Is Hazelnut healthy?

Hazelnut scores 63/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains beneficial ingredients like cocoa solids and hazelnuts, which are rich in antioxidants and healthy fats.

How processed is Hazelnut?

Hazelnut is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Hazelnut's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cocoa Butter, Inulin, Hazelnut count in its favor; Maltitol 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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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 4
Harmful ingredients 1
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Category Nuts
Summary

This product contains beneficial ingredients like cocoa solids and hazelnuts, which are rich in antioxidants and healthy fats. However, it is classified as ultra-processed due to the presence of maltitol, a sugar alcohol that can cause digestive issues and is a processed ingredient. The level of processing and the use of a sweetener limit its overall healthiness despite the presence of some nutritious components.

Key ingredients 8

Hazelnut
Very Good

Hazelnuts are nutrient-dense, rich in healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals, making them a very good ingredient.

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Cocoa Butter
Good

Natural traditional fat pressed from cacao.

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Inulin
Good

Inulin is a dietary fiber that supports digestive health and is considered beneficial.

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Vanilla Pod
Good

Vanilla pods add natural flavor and aroma, enhancing the product's sensory appeal with positive connotations.

Cocoa Solids
Neutral

Cocoa solids are a common ingredient in chocolate products and are generally neutral in health impact.

Cocoa Mass
Neutral

Cocoa mass is a key component of chocolate, providing flavor and texture, with a neutral health profile.

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Sweetener
Neutral

The sweetener used is maltitol, a sugar substitute that is neutral in terms of health impact when consumed in moderation.

Maltitol
Bad

A sugar alcohol used to label products sugar-free. It still raises blood sugar — roughly half as much as table sugar — and commonly causes bloating and digestive upset at the amounts found in bars and candy.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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