Chocolate Cookies
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What it is
Chocolate cookies are a baked good made from flour, sugar, eggs, and fat, with cocoa or chocolate added for flavor and color. They can range from soft and chewy to crisp and crunchy depending on the recipe and baking time. Chocolate cookies are a popular dessert and snack item enjoyed worldwide.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add chocolate cookies to a variety of products for their distinct flavor and texture. They are commonly found as standalone cookies, used as a component in ice cream and other frozen desserts, or incorporated into cakes and pastries. Their versatility makes them a popular choice for both sweet and savory applications.
Health notes
Chocolate cookies are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. They are a source of carbohydrates and sugar, and excessive consumption can contribute to increased calorie intake. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many of the individual ingredients found in chocolate cookies, such as sugar and cocoa, but not the composite product itself. Evidence suggests high sugar intake is linked to negative health outcomes, while moderate chocolate consumption may have some benefits due to antioxidants.
Allergen info
Chocolate cookies are not a major allergen themselves, but they often contain wheat (gluten) and may contain milk, eggs, soy, or tree nuts depending on the specific ingredients used. Always check the ingredient list for specific allergen information.
Products containing Chocolate Cookies
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Turkey Hill Dairy Inc.
Light Ice Cream, Extreme Cookies 'N Cream
230kcal
3.3Protein
8.2Fat
36.1Carbs
Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream Inc.
Light Ice Cream, Mississippi Mud Pie
175kcal
4.8Protein
4.0Fat
31.8Carbs
a la mode shoppe
Classic Vanilla Ice Cream Swirled With Chocolate Fudge, Combination Of Vanilla & Chocolate Cookies.
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
282kcal
3.5Protein
14.1Fat
35.3Carbs