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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
These morsels are primarily used as an ingredient in baked goods, especially cookies, brownies, …
What it is
Nestle Toll House Morsels are a brand of semi-sweet chocolate chips. They are made from cocoa beans, sugar, cocoa butter, soy lecithin, and vanilla. The ingredients are processed and formed into small, bite-sized pieces.
Why it's used
These morsels are primarily used as an ingredient in baked goods, especially cookies, brownies, and muffins. They provide a rich chocolate flavor and texture to finished products. Manufacturers add them for their taste and to create pockets of melted chocolate.
Health notes
Nestle Toll House Morsels are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for their intended use as a food ingredient. The primary ingredients like sugar and cocoa are consumed in many foods. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated similar ingredients, but specific evaluations for this branded product are not applicable. Typical intake as part of a balanced diet is not associated with adverse health effects.
Allergen info
These morsels contain soy, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. They may also be produced in a facility that handles milk and peanuts, posing a risk of cross-contamination for individuals with allergies to these. They do not contain wheat or gluten.
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
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