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Alpino

High Protein Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate Crisp

Name: High Protein Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate Crisp
Brand: Alpino

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NOVA 4high proteinno artificial coloursno artificial sweetenershigh added sugarultra-processedpregnancy-safegluten-freelactose-freeenjoy in moderation

Serving

32 g

Pack

1000 g

Ingredients

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01 — Ingredient mix

What’s in the box, ranked from most concerning.

Each ingredient gets a tier from our researched dossier. The list sorts worst-first; the donut summarises the distribution. Tap any ingredient for its full dossier.

Caution · 4 ingredients shown

Caution4 of 5 ingredients

Roasted PeanutsCaution

Dark Chocolate Paste (Brown Sugar, Vegetable Fat, Coca Solid, Cocoa Butter, Milk Solid)Caution

Alpino Supernatural Peanut Protein IsolateCaution

Emulsifier (E471, E322 (100% Plant Based))Caution

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Rice CrispCleared

02 — Claims audit

Every label claim, fact-checked.

We treat each claim as a question — does what’s inside back it up? Tap a claim for the reasoning.

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claims fully supported

“High Protein”true

Nutrition data confirms 30 g protein per 100 g; protein contributes approximately 208 kcal of the 577 kcal total (~21% of energy), satisfying a meaningful high-protein threshold.

“30% Protein”true

Nutrition panel lists 30.0 g protein per 100 g, which is exactly 30% by weight. The claim is accurate on a gravimetric basis.

“100% Plant Based Emulsifier”true

Extra information explicitly states 'E322 is 100% Plant Based'. E471 (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids) is derived from food-grade plant oils. Both emulsifiers present are plant-derived.

“Quality Peanuts from Junagadh”true

Extra information (peanutOrigin field) confirms 'Quality Peanuts from Junagadh'. The geographic origin claim is substantiated by the brand's own label data; independent third-party verification of 'quality' is not available in the dossier.

“Roasted Peanuts”true

Roasted peanuts are listed as the first ingredient at 64% of the formulation.

“Peanut Protein”true

Alpino Supernatural Peanut Protein Isolate is explicitly listed as a separate ingredient, confirming peanut protein is a distinct fortifying component beyond what the whole roasted peanuts alone contribute.

“Dark Chocolate”true

Dark Chocolate Paste (comprising brown sugar, vegetable fat, cocoa solids, cocoa butter, and milk solids) is listed as the second ingredient group. The product genuinely contains dark chocolate paste rather than an artificial chocolate flavouring.

03 — The fuller picture

Read the whole thing if a one-line verdict isn’t enough.

What’s in favour, and what’s working against it

In favour

Very high protein: 30 g per 100 g (~21% of calories from protein)
No artificial colours identified in ingredient list
No artificial sweeteners used
Zero trans fat declared
Emulsifier E322 confirmed 100% plant-based by brand
Low sodium: only 55 mg per 100 g

Working against

Ultra-processed (NOVA 4): contains industrial emulsifiers E471 and E322 plus protein isolate
High added sugar: 15 g added sugar per 100 g
High total fat: 37 g per 100 g including 9 g saturated fat
Potent peanut allergen risk from both whole peanuts and concentrated peanut protein isolate
Brown sugar as a primary sweetener raises blood glucose like refined sugar
E471 may contain genotoxic glycidyl ester contaminants; EU imposed new purity limits in 2023
Dark chocolate paste contributes cadmium — a concern for children and frequent consumers

Who should approach with care

Nut Allergy — Both roasted peanuts (64%) and concentrated peanut protein isolate are present; peanut protein at as little as 2 mg can trigger life-threatening anaphylaxis in sensitised individuals, and roasting further amplifies IgE-binding capacity of Ara h allergens up to 90-fold.

Infants — The product contains peanut protein (high anaphylaxis risk requiring physician-guided introduction protocols), cocoa solids and dark chocolate paste (theobromine and caffeine that infant hepatic metabolism cannot clear), and emulsifiers under EFSA safety review for under-16-week infants.

Children — Peanut allergy accounts for ~75% of severe allergic reactions in children; cocoa solids contribute cadmium that can approach EFSA's PTWI in regular child consumers; and high brown sugar content carries WHO-flagged risks of dental caries and excess weight gain in children.

Pregnancy — Peanut allergy during pregnancy carries anaphylaxis risk for both mother and fetus; dark chocolate paste and cocoa solids together contribute caffeine and theobromine, both of which cross the placenta and should be kept below 200 mg/day total caffeine equivalent per health authority guidance.

Diabetes — Brown sugar (sucrose) raises blood glucose similarly to white sugar, and rice crisp has a high glycaemic index due to starch gelatinisation during puffing; combined, these ingredients can cause significant postprandial glucose spikes.

Heart Disease — The product is high in total fat (37 g/100 g) including saturated fat from cocoa butter and vegetable fat; E471 from hydrogenated sources may carry trans fatty acids; and caffeine and theobromine in cocoa paste may affect heart rate and blood pressure in those with pre-existing cardiac conditions.

Hypertension — High saturated fat from cocoa butter and vegetable fat, combined with fructose-mediated uric acid effects from brown sugar, are associated with elevated blood pressure and endothelial dysfunction relevant to individuals with hypertension.

Kidney Disease — Dark chocolate paste contributes cadmium and oxalate that accumulate with impaired renal clearance; milk solids provide phosphorus and potassium requiring restriction in chronic kidney disease patients.

Liver Disease — Peanuts are susceptible to aflatoxin B1 contamination (IARC Group 1 carcinogen), which is hepatotoxic; individuals with pre-existing liver disease face elevated susceptibility to aflatoxin-related hepatic injury and should verify mycotoxin compliance.

Lactose Intolerance — Milk solids in the dark chocolate paste contain lactose, which may cause bloating, diarrhoea, and abdominal cramps in lactose-intolerant individuals.

Ibs — Multiple ingredients — peanuts (high fat, moderate FODMAPs), brown sugar (sucrose/fructose), cocoa solids (caffeine, theobromine), vegetable fat, and rice crisp (high-GI starch) — can individually and collectively exacerbate IBS symptoms including abdominal pain and altered bowel habits.

Ibd — High-fat content from cocoa butter and vegetable fat may exacerbate gastrointestinal symptoms and fat malabsorption in individuals with active inflammatory bowel disease.

Migraine — Dark chocolate paste and cocoa solids contain phenylethylamine, theobromine, and caffeine — all recognised dietary migraine triggers in susceptible individuals.

Gluten Intolerance — Rice crisp is inherently gluten-free but cross-contamination with wheat during manufacturing is common; the product carries no certified gluten-free declaration in the available label data, making it unsuitable for coeliacs without further verification.

Phenylketonuria — Milk solids and peanut protein isolate are rich sources of phenylalanine; individuals with phenylketonuria must account for this contribution within their strictly controlled low-phenylalanine dietary regimen.

Gout — Brown sugar (sucrose) is hydrolysed to glucose and fructose; fructose increases hepatic uric acid production, potentially exacerbating gout flares with habitual high-sugar intake.

The full analysis

This product is aimed at fitness-conscious consumers seeking a high-protein, indulgent-tasting peanut butter alternative. Its standout attribute is genuine protein density — 30 g per 100 g (roughly 21% of calories), sourced from both roasted peanuts (64%) and a proprietary peanut protein isolate — which is meaningfully high by food-label standards. However, the formulation also carries 20 g total sugar and 15 g added sugar per 100 g (primarily from brown sugar in the dark chocolate paste), two industrial emulsifiers (E471 and E322), and a protein isolate, all of which push it firmly into NOVA 4 ultra-processed territory. Peanut allergen risk is significant and applies to both the whole roasted peanuts and the isolated peanut protein. The most useful takeaway for a curious consumer: the protein claim is real, but the added-sugar load and ultra-processed status mean this is closer to a fortified confection than a wholefood spread.

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