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Ham & Swiss Croissant
Ingredients:
Enriched wheat flour [wheat flour, malted barley flour, Niacin, reduced iron, thiamin mononitrate, Riboflavin, folic acid], uncured ham no nitrites or nitrates added except those naturally occuring in sea salt, celery juice and cherry powder [ham, water, salt, sugar, vinegar, celery powder, sea salt, cherry powder], swiss cheese [part-skim milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes], milk [milk, vitamin d3], unsalted butter [cream (milk), natural flavorings], water, sugar, yeast, sea salt, Eggs [Eggs, citric acid], ascorbic acid [dough conditioner]
Rating: Not Clean
- 2 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 3 out of 5 green leaves, the Starbucks American Menu Ham & Swiss Croissant offers a middle-of-the-road option for those seeking cleaner food choices. It’s a product that lands squarely in the average range of our clean food spectrum.
The Ham & Swiss Croissant is not crafted from organic ingredients, which is a significant consideration for our ratings. The lack of non-GMO ingredients further impacts its standing. These factors are vital for consumers prioritizing natural and environmentally friendly food sources.
Sugar and citric acid contribute to the product’s added sugars content, detracting from its overall healthfulness. While the presence of natural flavorings is often ambiguous, they are regarded as potentially harmful additives in our evaluation criteria. Similarly, the enriched wheat flour and celery powder in the recipe contribute to the deductions, as they are processed and may not align with the clean eating principles some consumers strive for.
This product contains essential components such as uncured ham, which is free from synthetic nitrates or nitrites, relying instead on natural alternatives like sea salt, celery juice, and cherry powder for preservation and flavor. The Swiss cheese is made from part-skim milk, pointing to a lower fat content, which some may find appealing. Additionally, the presence of ascorbic acid as a dough conditioner is noted, although it carries less weight in our assessment compared to other additives.
The Starbucks American Menu Ham & Swiss Croissant is a product that straddles the line between convenience and cleaner eating. While it does not reach the pinnacle of health food options, it also avoids the pitfalls of many highly processed alternatives. It stands as an option for those who seek a balance between indulgence and a nod towards health-conscious choices.
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