Tillamook

Rated at 1 out of 5 green leaves, the Tillamook Campfire Peanut Butter Cup falls short of the standards for cleaner food options. The product is not organic and contains genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, which significantly impacts its score. Furthermore, the inclusion of added sugars, natural flavors, soy lecithin, and peanut oil, which are considered harmful by our criteria, detracts from its overall healthfulness.

The Tillamook Campfire Peanut Butter Cup is made with a base of cream and milk, sweetened with sugar, and includes peanut oil and peanuts. Cocoa processed with alkali, coconut oil, pasteurized egg yolks, and whey powder add to the product’s composition. The texture is modified with tara gum and guar gum, while soy lecithin acts as an emulsifier. The product rounds off its ingredient list with natural flavor and vanilla extract.

The presence of non-organic ingredients raises concerns about pesticides and other chemicals used in conventional farming practices. GMO ingredients pose another issue for those seeking natural food options. Added sugars contribute to the product’s caloric content without offering nutritional benefits. The term “natural flavor” covers a range of additives that are not always transparent to the consumer, creating uncertainty about what exactly is in the product. Soy lecithin, while commonly used as an emulsifier, is often derived from soybeans, which are frequently genetically modified. Peanut oil, although a common ingredient in many food products, is flagged in this review for its potential health implications.

The low green leaf rating reflects the product’s alignment with processed and less natural food choices. To meet the criteria for a higher rating, a product must avoid these contentious ingredients and prioritize organic and non-GMO components. The Tillamook Campfire Peanut Butter Cup does not meet these criteria, resulting in the recommendation to seek alternative options for those striving for cleaner eating habits.