365 by Whole Foods Market, Organic Hot Cocoa, Rich Chocolate Flavor Mix, 12 Ounce
What You Should Know
You'd spot this in the organic or hot cocoa aisle at Whole Foods and pull it when you want an easy, shelf-stable cup of rich chocolate—perfect for chilly nights or a kid-friendly treat. It gives a cozy, nostalgic and indulgent vibe, promising quick comfort with a smooth, sweet texture. The ingredient list (sugar first, alkalized cocoa, powdered milk plus xanthan gum and natural flavors) signals an industrially formulated mix—concentrated processing and additives typical of ultra-processed products.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
ORGANIC, CANE, SUGAR, ORGANIC, NONFAT, DRY, MILK, ORGANIC, COCOA, POWDER, (PROCESSED, WITH, ALKALI), CONTAINS, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF, SEA, SALT, CALCIUM, CARBONATE, XANTHAN, GUM, ORGANIC, NATURAL, FLAVORS, (ORGANIC, CANE, SUGAR,, NATURAL, FLAVORS)..
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Despite organic labeling, the product is an industrial formulation with added sugar as the primary ingredient and multiple additives (xanthan gum, natural flavors, alkalized cocoa, mineral additives), characteristic of ultra-processed foods (NOVA 4).
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Common Questions about 365 by Whole Foods Market, Organic Hot Cocoa, Rich Chocolate Flavor Mix, 12 Ounce
The Organic Hot Cocoa can be a delightful treat, especially on a chilly day. It has some organic ingredients, which is a plus, but it does contain 22 grams of sugar per serving. If you're looking for an occasional indulgence, it's not a bad choice, but if you're after something low in sugar, you might want to explore other options.