AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 20 ingredients in Choco Hazelnut Soft Bakes, our AI classified this product as Doubtful. All 19 confirmed ingredients are permissible, though 1 requires further verification. Key ingredients include 41.9% Cereals (57.3% Wheat Flour, 36.8% Wholegrain Cereals [Buckwheat Groats, Oat Flakes, Wholegrain Wheat Flour, Wholegrain Barley Flour, Wholegrain Spelt Flour (Wheat)], Rice Flour, Malted Wheat Flour), 16% Chocolate Hazelnut Flavour Filling (Sugar, Palm Fat, Fat-Reduced Cocoa Powder**, Cocoa Mass**, Emulsifier: Soya Lecithins; Natural Flavouring), Rapeseed Oil, Isomaltulose. Allergen notice: contains Milk, Peanuts, Wheat.
Why is Choco Hazelnut Soft Bakes Doubtful?
- Verify Halal Logo: This product is flagged as doubtful as it includes glycerol, whose halal status is uncertain. In-depth review referencing international halal frameworks ensures accurate classification. For more detail, consult the ingredient section.
Ingredient Analysis (20)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
41.9% Cereals (57.3% Wheat Flour, 36.8% Wholegrain Cereals [Buckwheat Groats, Oat Flakes, Wholegrain Wheat Flour, Wholegrain Barley Flour, Wholegrain Spelt Flour (Wheat)], Rice Flour, Malted Wheat Flour) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
16% Chocolate Hazelnut Flavour Filling (Sugar, Palm Fat, Fat-Reduced Cocoa Powder**, Cocoa Mass**, Emulsifier: Soya Lecithins; Natural Flavouring) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Rapeseed Oil Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Isomaltulose * | Halal |
Sugar Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Fructo-Oligosaccharides * | Halal |
glycerol Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E422 | Doubtful |
Bulking Agent: Maltitol; Salt Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Wheat Gluten Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Emulsifier: Rapeseed Lecithins; Natural Flavouring Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Magnesium Salts and related compounds E518 | Halal |
Raising Agents: Ammonium Carbonates Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Sodium Carbonates; Dried Skimmed Milk Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Egg Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Wheat Starch Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Iron Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Acid: Citric Acid; Vitamin B6 Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Folic Acid. "Isomaltulose is a source of Glucose and Fructose. **Rainforest Alliance Certified. Find out more at ra.org. Allergy Advice For allergens Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
including Cereals containing Gluten * | Halal |
see ingredients in bold. May also contain Nuts and Peanuts. Storage Instructions Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Brand & Category Insights
Allergy Warning (4 allergens)
Milk
FoundPeanuts
FoundWheat
FoundGluten
FoundHealth Sense (25 conditions)
Diabetes
RiskyReason: Contains folic acid. "isomaltulose is a source of glucose and fructose. **rainforest alliance certified. find out more at ra.org. allergy advice for allergens, fructo-oligosaccharides, sugar
Hypertension
RiskyReason: Contains salt, sodium carbonates
Heart Disease
RiskyReason: Contains salt
Celiac Disease
RiskyReason: Contains bulking agent: maltitol, folic acid. "isomaltulose is a source of glucose and fructose. **rainforest alliance certified. find out more at ra.org. allergy advice for allergens, isomaltulose, malted wheat flour), salt, wheat gluten, wheat starch
Smart Labels
Vegan
Not Vegan FriendlyCriteria: Excludes all animal-derived ingredients
Contains animal-derived ingredients
Vegetarian
Vegetarian FriendlyCriteria: Excludes meat and seafood only
No restricted ingredients found
Pescatarian
Pescatarian FriendlyCriteria: Avoids meat but eats seafood
No restricted ingredients found
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Choco Hazelnut Soft Bakes halal to eat?
Yes — Choco Hazelnut Soft Bakes has been analyzed and classified as Doubtful. Each of its 20 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Are there any doubtful ingredients in this product?
1 ingredient requires further verification: glycerol. The status may depend on the manufacturing source.
Are other lidl products halal?
lidl produces multiple products with varying halal statuses. Visit our lidl brand page to see the full list of analyzed products and their individual ingredient breakdowns.
How was this product analyzed?
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