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Flavor:
Egg & Cheese(Croissant)
Ingredients:
Croissant: Dough: Enriched Wheat Flour (Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Ascorbic Acid, Enzymes, Folic Acid), Water, Margarine [(Palm Oil, Modified Palm Oil, Canola Oil), Water, Sugar, Monoglycerides, Soy Lecithin, Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), Citric Acid, Artificial Flavor, Beta Carotene (Color), Vitamin A Palmitate, Vitamin D], Sugar, Contains 2% or less of: Yeast, Dough Conditioner (Wheat Flour, DATEM, Ascorbic Acid, Enzymes), Salt, Wheat Gluten, Dextrose, Natural and Artificial Flavor; Glaze: Fructose, Corn Syrup Solids, Sodium Caseinate (a milk derivative), Locust Bean Gum, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Soybean and/or Canola Oil, Soy Lecithin, Baking Soda; Egg Patty: Egg Whites, Egg Yolks, Soybean Oil, Water, Contains 2% or less of: Corn Starch, Salt, Natural Flavor, Xanthan Gum, Cellulose Gum, Citric Acid; Pasteurized Process American Cheese: American Cheese (Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes), Water, Cream, Sodium Citrate, Salt, Sodium Phosphate, Sorbic Acid (Preservative), Citric Acid, Annatto and Oleoresin Paprika (Colors), Acetic Acid, Sunflower or Soy Lecithin.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Dunkin Donuts Egg & Cheese Croissant falls short of providing a cleaner food option. The product is not organic and contains genetically modified ingredients, which already diminishes its standing. Added sugars are a concern, with sugar and citric acid present in the croissant’s glaze and dextrose and corn syrup solids found within the dough. These sweeteners contribute negatively to the product’s nutritional profile.
Additionally, the Egg & Cheese Croissant includes a range of additives that raise red flags. Natural and artificial flavors, present in both the croissant dough and egg patty, are ambiguous in origin and potential health impacts. Enriched wheat flour, while common in baked goods, often indicates a product is less wholesome than its whole grain counterparts. Emulsifiers such as monoglycerides and soy lecithin also contribute to the product’s low score, as they are processed additives not typically found in a clean diet.
Harmful oils are another critical issue. The use of canola, soybean, and palm oils, particularly when not certified as non-GMO or sustainably sourced, detracts from the product’s healthfulness. The presence of artificial flavors, which have been linked to various health concerns, is particularly concerning and significantly affects the overall score.
The product’s cheese component, a processed American cheese, includes preservatives and artificial colors, which are unnecessary and undesirable in a product aiming for a ‘clean’ label. The inclusion of sodium citrate, sorbic acid, and citric acid as preservatives and acidity regulators raises additional health concerns.
Given the extensive list of non-organic, GMO, and potentially harmful ingredients, the Dunkin Donuts Egg & Cheese Croissant is not recommended for consumers seeking clean and healthy food options. The product’s composition with various processed additives, sugars, and oils does not align with the criteria for a cleaner, more natural diet.
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