Menu
Dunkin Donuts
Flavor:
Chocolate Frosted with Sprinkles Donut
Ingredients:
Donut: Enriched Wheat Flour (Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Water, Palm Oil, Yeast Donut Concentrate [Soy Flour, Salt, Leavening (Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Baking Soda), Wheat Starch, Whey (a milk derivative), Nonfat Dry Milk, Gum Blend (Cellulose Gum, Guar Gum, Acacia Gum, Carrageenan, Xanthan Gum), Sodium Caseinate (a milk derivative), Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Contains 2% or less of: Soybean Oil, Soy Lecithin, Whole Egg, Natural Flavor, Turmeric Extract (Color)], Enzymes, Annatto Extract (Color), Yeast, Dextrose, Mono and Diglycerides, Ascorbic Acid; Chocolate Icing: Sugar, Water, Cocoa, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Soybean Oil, Corn Starch, Corn Syrup, Maltodextrin, Contains 2% or less of: Dextrose, Palm Oil, Salt, Potassium Sorbate and Sodium Propionate (Preservatives), Soy Lecithin, Artificial Flavor, Agar; Rainbow Sprinkles: Sugar, Corn Starch, Vegetable Oil (Palm and Palm Kernel), Colors (Vegetable and Fruit Juice, Paprika Extract, Spirulina Extract, Turmeric Extract, Annatto Extract), Soy Lecithin, Dextrin, Confectioner’s Glaze, Carnauba Wax, Baking Soda.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Dunkin Donuts Chocolate Frosted with Sprinkles Donut is a product that, according to our standards, falls at the bottom of the scale for healthier food options. This rating reflects a multitude of concerns regarding its ingredient composition and the lack of organic certification or non-GMO verification.
The donut is not organic, and the ingredients list includes genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Added sugars, such as sugar and fructose, are present, which already subtracts from its healthfulness. Beyond these sugars, the product contains dextrose and corn syrup, which are considered more harmful types of added sugars. The inclusion of these ingredients suggests a high level of sweetness, which is typically unnecessary for a balanced diet.
Further examination reveals the use of potentially harmful additives like natural and artificial flavors, mono and diglycerides, soy lecithin, enriched wheat flour, and xanthan gum. These components often raise red flags for health-conscious consumers. Additionally, known harmful additives are evident, such as artificial flavor, carrageenan, and maltodextrin, which are associated with various health concerns.
The product also contains oils that are considered harmful, including soybean oil and palm oil, which are often processed and may have negative health impacts. High fructose corn syrup, a particularly controversial sweetener, is also a significant ingredient, compounding the health risks associated with this donut.
The Dunkin Donuts Chocolate Frosted with Sprinkles Donut, with its low green leaf rating, clearly aligns with products that are best avoided for those seeking cleaner, more wholesome food choices. The extensive list of questionable ingredients emphasizes the product’s position far from what is considered a healthful option. It stands as a clear example of what many consumers are looking to avoid in their quest for a cleaner diet.
Certifications:
None
Product formulations and certifications may change. For current nutrition facts and ingredient
line information, check product packaging.
Categories:
None
Alternatives
No Items found.
How We Rate
Every company today has a responsibility to be a net positive for the planet,
for society, and for our ecosystem