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Starbucks American Menu
Flavor:
Double Chocolate Brownie
Ingredients:
Sugar,Enriched Flour [Wheat Flour, Enzyme, Ascorbic Acid, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid], Eggs, Canola Oil, milk Chocolate [Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Belgian Unsweetened Chocolate, Whole Milk Powder, Nonfat Dry Milk, Milk Fat, Soy Lecithin (As An Emulsifier), Vanilla Extract], Semi-sweet Chocolate [Unsweetened Chocolate, Sugar, Soy Lecithin], Semi-sweet Chocolate Chunks [Sugar, Chocolate Liquor, Cocoa Butter, Anhydrous Dextrose, Soy Lecithin (As An Emulsifier), Vanilla], Chocolate Liquor, Brown Rice Syrup, Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips [Sugar, Chocolate Liquor Processed With Alkali, Cocoa Butter, Milk Fat, Soy Lecithin, Vanilla], Butter [Cream (Milk), Salt], Whipping Cream [Cream, Carrageenan], Water, Baking Powder [Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Baking Soda, Corn Starch, Monocalcium Phosphate, Calcium Sulfate], Salt, Vanilla Extract, Maltitol Syrup.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Starbucks American Menu Double Chocolate Brownie does not meet the criteria for cleaner food options according to our standards. This product is not organic and contains genetically modified ingredients, which led to initial deductions in its score. Furthermore, the presence of added sugars such as maltitol and sugar, along with other sweeteners like dextrose and brown rice syrup, contribute to its low rating.
The brownie also includes ingredients that raise concerns, such as enriched flour and soy lecithin. Enriched flour, while common in processed foods, is seen as a less desirable alternative to whole grain options. Soy lecithin, often used as an emulsifier, is another ingredient that some consumers prefer to avoid. Additionally, the product contains carrageenan, an additive that has been linked to digestive issues and inflammation, leading to a significant reduction in its score.
Canola oil, used in the brownie, is considered a harmful oil according to our criteria. Despite its widespread use in the food industry, canola oil is often highly processed and may contain trans fats, which are detrimental to health.
Overall, the Starbucks American Menu Double Chocolate Brownie is assigned the lowest rating on our scale due to its composition. The product’s use of non-organic, GMO ingredients, multiple forms of added sugars, potentially harmful additives, and canola oil are the primary reasons for this assessment. Consumers seeking cleaner, healthier food options are advised to avoid this product and consider alternatives that align better with their dietary preferences and values.
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