Lindt Excellence Roasted Hazelnut Dark Chocolate — TREAT

Munch or Dump rates Lindt Excellence Roasted Hazelnut Dark Chocolate by Excellence TREAT — score 43/90.

Sugar-first dark chocolate with real hazelnuts and cocoa butter, but the artificial flavor drags down an otherwise simple indulgence.

Why this verdict

• Sugar is the first ingredient, ahead of cocoa
• High in saturated fat from cocoa butter and milkfat
• Contains an artificial flavor it doesn't need
• Otherwise a short, simple list with real hazelnuts and cocoa butter

Ingredients (7)

• Sugar (moderate) — Added for sweetness, can contribute to calorie content.
• Chocolate (safe) — Small amount of real chocolate; a minor positive.
• Hazelnuts (roasted) (safe) — Real whole nuts add healthy fats, fiber, and protein.
• Cocoa Butter (safe) — The natural fat of the cacao bean.
• Milkfat (moderate) — Saturated dairy fat for richness.
• SOY LECITHIN EMULSIFIER (moderate) — Emulsifier that keeps the oil and solids from separating. Common and low-risk, but a sign of engineering.
• Artificial Flavor) (moderate) — Lab-made flavor doing the 'creme' work.

Healthier alternatives

• Lindt Excellence 99% Cacao Dark Chocolate