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Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Candy SQUARES Bar - 4.8oz

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Is Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Candy SQUARES Bar - 4.8oz healthy?

Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Candy SQUARES Bar - 4.8oz scores 37/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the lower scores in Scout's catalog. This chocolate product is heavily processed, containing multiple forms of sugar and corn syrup, which contribute to high sugar content and potential health risks like weight gain and insulin resistance.

How processed is Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Candy SQUARES Bar - 4.8oz?

Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Candy SQUARES Bar - 4.8oz is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

How does Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Candy SQUARES Bar - 4.8oz compare to other chocolate?

Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Candy SQUARES Bar - 4.8oz ranks #29 of 36 chocolate in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Hu Nut Butter Filled Almond Butter + Crispy Quinoa Dark Chocolate at 87/100.

Which ingredients drive Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Candy SQUARES Bar - 4.8oz's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cocoa Butter, Cocoa count in its favor; Sugar, Added Sugar, Disaccharide 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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Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Candy SQUARES Bar - 4.8oz

Ghirardelli Chocolate
37 Poor

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 4
Harmful ingredients 6
Owned by Lindt & Sprüngli
Category Chocolate
Summary

This chocolate product is heavily processed, containing multiple forms of sugar and corn syrup, which contribute to high sugar content and potential health risks like weight gain and insulin resistance. The presence of palm oil and soy lecithin adds to the processing concerns, while the use of natural flavors lacks transparency. Despite some beneficial ingredients like whole milk powder and cocoa butter, the overall processing level and ingredient quality result in a lower score.

Key ingredients 8

Sugar
Bad

Sugar is a primary source of sweetness but can contribute to excessive calorie intake when consumed in large amounts.

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Added Sugar
Bad

Added sugar enhances flavor but is linked to health concerns when consumed frequently or in high quantities.

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Disaccharide
Bad

Disaccharides are sugars that provide sweetness but can lead to increased calorie consumption if overused.

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Whole Milk Powder
Neutral

Whole milk powder provides dairy nutrients but is neutral in overall health impact when consumed in moderation.

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Dairy
Neutral

Dairy offers essential nutrients like calcium but is considered neutral in the context of processed foods.

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Milk Powder
Neutral

Milk powder supplies dairy nutrients and is neutral in health impact within a balanced diet.

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Cocoa Butter
Good

Cocoa butter adds flavor and texture to chocolate and contains beneficial fats.

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Cocoa
Good

Cocoa is rich in antioxidants and contributes to the chocolate's flavor profile.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

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