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Vegan Peanut Butter Brownie Honeycomb
Ingredients:
Coconut Cream, Cashew Milk (Filtered Water, Raw Cashews), Cane Sugar, Peanuts, Coconut Oil, Cocoa Butter, Tapioca Syrup, Brown Sugar, Peanut Oil, Buckwheat Flour, Oat Flour, Brown Rice Syrup, Rice Flour, Cocoa Powder, Salt, Molasses, Vanilla, Organic Corn Starch, Tapioca Starch, Baking Soda, Carob
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
This product earns a rating of 2 out of 5 green leaves. The Van Leeuwen Vegan Peanut Butter Brownie Honeycomb is a non-organic dessert option that incorporates multiple added sugars and oils, which detract significantly from its cleanliness as a food product. The absence of organic certification results in a deduction, as the presence of chemicals and pesticides in non-organic foods is a concern for those seeking cleaner eating options.
Notably, the product avoids GMO ingredients, which is a positive aspect for consumers looking to steer clear of genetically modified foods. However, the addition of molasses, brown sugar, and cane sugar, alongside other sweeteners such as brown rice syrup and tapioca syrup, contributes to a high content of added sugars. These ingredients are typically associated with negative health effects when consumed in excess, such as increased risk of obesity, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes.
Furthermore, the use of peanut oil is another factor that lowers the product’s rating. Although some oils can be a healthy part of a diet, there are concerns regarding the processing methods and potential health implications of certain oils, including peanut oil, when consumed in large amounts.
The product also includes a variety of flours and starches, such as buckwheat flour, oat flour, rice flour, organic corn starch, and tapioca starch. While these ingredients are not inherently harmful, they do contribute to the overall carbohydrate content of the product.
The inclusion of cashew milk and coconut cream suggests an attempt to provide a creamy texture without the use of dairy, aligning with the product’s vegan label. The cocoa powder and carob contribute to the brownie aspect of the flavor profile without the use of dairy or animal products.
The product’s green leaf rating reflects its position as a less desirable choice for those seeking the cleanest food options. The use of non-organic ingredients, combined with several types of added sugars and peanut oil, overshadows its vegan and non-GMO attributes. Consumers looking for cleaner, healthier alternatives might consider other products with fewer added sugars and oils, and with organic ingredients to better align with a clean eating philosophy.
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