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Nutella Hazelnut Spread with Cocoa
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Reviewed 4 times · Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This product is a high-calorie spread with a significant amount of added sugar and saturated fat, primarily from palm oil. While it contains hazelnuts and cocoa, the overall nutritional profile is dominated by sugar and fat, making it suitable only for occasional consumption, especially for children. The presence of palm oil contributes to a high saturated fat content, which is a cardiovascular concern, and also raises environmental sustainability issues.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Hazelnuts
- Skimmed Cow Milk Powder
- Low Fat Cocoa Powder
High in sugar and saturated fat from palm oil; suitable for occasional treat
This spread is high in both sugar and saturated fat, largely due to palm oil, which can be a concern for cardiovascular health. While it contains some hazelnuts and cocoa, these are outweighed by the added sugar and fat. It's best consumed in moderation as an occasional treat, particularly for children, due to its energy density and nutritional profile.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Looking for a lower-sugar option — Total sugar is 56.3 g per 100 g.
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Palm oil is declared.
Declared allergens: Tree nuts and Milk
People with these allergies should avoid it and check the pack’s own allergen statement.
Based on the declared ingredient list. This is a risk only to people with the allergy, not a general-population safety issue, so it does not lower the safety score.
Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for food. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Saturated fat 10.6 g · trans fat 0.1 g per 100 g/ml
1 concern could not be assessed from this label. That means we don't know — not that there's nothing to find.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitThis product is high in added sugar and saturated fat, which should be limited in the diets of young children to promote healthy eating habits and prevent excessive calorie intake.
Why the score is capped
Very high saturated fat
Rule F-CAP-08
Energy-dense fried snack — 539 kcal and 31 g fat per 100 g, on added palm oil
Rule F-CAP-14
What's good
Contains hazelnuts, providing some nutritional benefits like healthy fats and protein
Contains cocoa powder, which offers some antioxidants
Watch out for
High in added sugar, contributing to overall caloric intake
High saturated fat content primarily from palm oil, a concern for cardiovascular health
Energy-dense product, should be consumed in moderation
Nature Identical Flavouring Substance- Vanillin — a flavouring blend. Flavour substances are FSSAI/JECFA-evaluated, and labelling rules permit them to be declared by category ("natural", "nature identical", "artificial") rather than by individual compound — so the specific substances used are usually not disclosed. That means someone avoiding artificial flavourings, or with a known sensitivity, cannot verify what is in it. Noted as a moderate, transparency-level concern rather than a hazard.
Ingredient Concerns safety database
Sources cited below may be Indian (FSSAI) or international (EU, US, WHO, IARC) — an international classification or law is evidence, not an Indian regulatory finding.
Palm Oil
Palm oil is very high in saturated fatty acids (~50%), which raise LDL cholesterol and increase cardiovascular risk with regular high consumption. Refined palm oil can also carry processing contaminants (glycidyl esters and 3-MCPD esters), which EFSA assessed in 2016.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: WHO; Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health; EFSA CONTAM opinion (2016)
Palm Oil: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Palm oil is high in saturated fat, which is a known contributor to cardiovascular disease risk when consumed in excess. EFSA CONTAM (2016) also highlighted concerns regarding processing contaminants like glycidyl esters in refined palm oil.
Claim check
Front-of-pack marketing claims checked against this product's actual ingredients and nutrition. "Can't verify" means the label does not provide enough information to check the claim — it is not the same as the claim being false.
The product name states 'Hazelnut Spread with Cocoa', and the ingredients list Hazelnuts and Low Fat Cocoa Powder.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
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Sugar
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Palm Oil
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Hazelnuts 13%Hazelnuts (13%)
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Skimmed Cow Milk Powder 8.7%Skimmed Cow Milk Powder (8.7%)
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Low Fat Cocoa Powder 7.4%Low Fat Cocoa Powder (7.4%)
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Emulsifier (Lecithin- INS 322)Lecithin (INS 322)
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Nature Identical Flavouring Substance- Vanillin
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
These are major food allergens named on the ingredient list. They are a risk only to people allergic to them — not a general-population safety issue — so they do not lower the safety score. Anyone with the allergy should avoid this product, and check the pack’s own allergen statement.
✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
About this ingredient
No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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| Energy | 539 kcal |
| Protein | 6.3 g |
| Carbohydrate | 57.5 g |
| Total Sugars | 56.3 g |
| Total Fat | 30.9 g |
| Saturated Fat | 10.6 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.1 g |
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What are the ingredients in Nutella Hazelnut Spread with Cocoa?
The label of Nutella Hazelnut Spread with Cocoa lists 7 ingredients, in label order: Sugar, Palm oil, Hazelnuts, Skimmed Cow Milk Powder, Low Fat Cocoa Powder, Emulsifier (Lecithin- INS 322), Nature Identical Flavouring Substance- Vanillin. Flagged by the analysis: Palm oil, Nature Identical Flavouring Substance- Vanillin.
Is Nutella Hazelnut Spread with Cocoa safe to eat?
Nutella Hazelnut Spread with Cocoa scores 1.5/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). This spread is high in both sugar and saturated fat, largely due to palm oil, which can be a concern for cardiovascular health. While it contains some hazelnuts and cocoa, these are outweighed by the added sugar and fat. It's best consumed in moderation as an occasional treat, particularly for children, due to its energy density and nutritional profile.
Why does Nutella Hazelnut Spread with Cocoa score 1.5/10?
Flagged in the score: High saturated fat content primarily from palm oil, a concern for cardiovascular health. Also noted: High in added sugar, contributing to overall caloric intake. Energy-dense product, should be consumed in moderation.
Who should avoid Nutella Hazelnut Spread with Cocoa?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Individuals monitoring saturated fat intake; Those with cardiovascular concerns; Individuals with hazelnut allergy; Milk allergy / lactose intolerance.
Is Nutella Hazelnut Spread with Cocoa suitable for babies or young children?
Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does Nutella Hazelnut Spread with Cocoa contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains tree nuts (Hazelnuts) and milk (Skimmed Cow Milk Powder). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Nutella Hazelnut Spread with Cocoa contain tree nuts?
Yes — the ingredient list names Hazelnuts. People with tree-nut allergy should treat it as containing tree nuts, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does Nutella Hazelnut Spread with Cocoa contain milk?
Yes — the ingredient list names Skimmed Cow Milk Powder. People with milk allergy / lactose intolerance should treat it as containing milk, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Is Nutella Hazelnut Spread with Cocoa high in sugar?
Yes — 56.3 g of total sugar per 100 g, above the 22.5 g per 100 g that UK front-of-pack labelling marks as high. The label does not declare added sugar separately, so we cannot say how much of it is added.
Are the claims on the Nutella Hazelnut Spread with Cocoa pack accurate?
Yes — all 1 claim on the pack checked out against the ingredient list and nutrition panel.
Is Nutella Hazelnut Spread with Cocoa vegetarian?
Nutella Hazelnut Spread with Cocoa is marked vegetarian.
Answers are generated from this product's own Decode Label analysis — the score, the ingredient list and the label claims shown above. Always check the pack itself for allergen and dietary information.
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