Ingredient

Contains 2% Or Less: Cocoa

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Cocoa is primarily used to provide a chocolate flavor and color in a wide …

What it is

Cocoa is made from the roasted seeds of the cacao tree. The seeds are fermented, dried, and then ground into a paste called chocolate liquor. This liquor is then processed to separate cocoa solids and cocoa butter, which are used to make cocoa powder.

Why it's used

Cocoa is primarily used to provide a chocolate flavor and color in a wide variety of foods. It is a key ingredient in baked goods like cakes, cookies, and brownies, as well as in beverages, desserts, and confectionery.

Health notes

Cocoa is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It contains flavanols, which are plant compounds that may have antioxidant properties. Research on the health effects of cocoa flavanols is ongoing, with some studies suggesting potential benefits for heart health, while others show mixed results. JECFA has evaluated cocoa and cocoa products, and EFSA has also assessed cocoa flavanols.

Allergen info

Cocoa itself is not one of the nine major allergens. However, cross-contamination with allergens like milk, soy, or wheat can occur during processing, so checking product labels is important.

Products containing Contains 2% Or Less: Cocoa

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Hostess Brands, LLC Mini Donuts, Frosted Strawberry Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 90% DV per serving 479kcal 3.1Protein 30.2Fat 47.9Carbs Hostess Brands, LLC Mini Donuts, Frosted Strawberry Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 90% DV per serving 479kcal 3.1Protein 30.2Fat 47.9Carbs Hostess Brands, LLC Red Velvet Cup Cakes Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 378kcal 2.2Protein 11.1Fat 64.4Carbs Hostess Brands, LLC Hostess, Cupcakes Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 378kcal 3.3Protein 12.2Fat 64.4Carbs

Hostess Brands, LLC Chocolate Sponge Cake With Creamy Filling, Chocolate Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in added sugars — 60% DV per serving 338kcal 3.9Protein 10.4Fat 58.4Carbs Hostess Brands, LLC Triple Fudge Ding Dongs Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 438kcal 2.1Protein 20.8Fat 58.3Carbs The Schwan Food Company S'Mores Creme Pie, S'Mores Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in added sugars — 56% DV per serving 348kcal 3.3Protein 16.3Fat 45.6Carbs Hostess Brands, LLC Fudge Covered Wafers With Peanut Butter Bars, Peanut Butter Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving 512kcal 7.0Protein 25.6Fat —Carbs

The Schwan Food Company Turtle Creme Pie, Turtle Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in added sugars — 40% DV per serving 364kcal 3.9Protein 20.8Fat 42.9Carbs Hostess Brands, LLC Real Chocolate & Creme Filled Mini Cakes, Chocolate & Creme Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in added sugars — 42% DV per serving 407kcal 1.9Protein 22.2Fat 55.6Carbs Hostess Brands, LLC Chocolate Cake Chocolate Sponge Cake With Creamy Filling, Chocolate Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in added sugars — 60% DV per serving 338kcal 3.9Protein 10.4Fat 58.4Carbs Hostess Brands, LLC Chocolate Sponge Cake With Mint Creamy Filling, Chocolate Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 342kcal 2.6Protein 9.2Fat 60.5Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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