What are the Chocolate Hearts made of?

According to the manufacturer, 40% cocoa mass, 40% cocoa butter and 20% galactose.

Are the hearts sugar-free?

No. They contain no table sugar, but galactose, which is also a sugar. The sugar content is 20.0 g per 100 g.

Where does the cocoa come from?

According to the manufacturer, it is Criollo fine cocoa sourced directly from Peru.

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Chocolate Hearts with Galactose by Annapurna Life

Name: Chocolate Hearts with Galactose by Annapurna Life
Brand: Annapurna Life
Price: 19.90 EUR
Availability: InStock

Handmade chocolate hearts from 40% cocoa mass, 40% cocoa butter and 20% galactose, with Criollo fine cocoa from Peru. Pack of 20.

EUR 19.90 (delivery to Switzerland)

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Product features

40% cocoa mass, 40% cocoa butter, 20% galactose
Criollo fine cocoa from Peru according to the manufacturer
Handmade
Pack of 20
Laboratory and quality test report according to the manufacturer

Benefits

Dark chocolate with only three ingredients
Sweetened with galactose instead of table sugar
Fine cocoa from Peru
No artificial additives according to the manufacturer
Confectionery, no health claims

Use

Enjoy in moderation as a sweet treat. Not recommended with galactosaemia. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor first.

Description

Product description

The Chocolate Hearts by Annapurna Life are handmade pralines made from dark chocolate. According to the manufacturer, the Criollo fine cocoa is sourced directly from Peru. They are sweetened with galactose instead of table sugar (sucrose). One pack contains 20 pieces.

Ingredients & context of action

Ingredients according to the manufacturer: 40% cocoa mass (100% cocoa), 40% cocoa butter, 20% galactose. Nutritional values per 100 g: 2,998 kJ / 715 kcal, fat 62.0 g (of which saturates 36.4 g), carbohydrate 32.4 g (of which sugars 20.0 g), protein 3.6 g, salt less than 0.01 g. Galactose is also a sugar. The hearts are a confectionery product, not a food supplement. We make no health claims for this product.

Quality & safety

The manufacturer provides a laboratory and quality test report. Manufacturer's notes: Not recommended for people with galactosaemia. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before eating them. Store dry and protected from sunlight and eat soon after opening.

Use & combination

Enjoy in moderation as a sweet treat.

Sources

Product details: ingredients, amounts and notes as per the Annapurna Life product page (October 2026, German original, translated by introdrink.ch).
Regulatory basis: No health claims under Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 are used for this food.

Note: Food supplements are not a substitute for a balanced, varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the stated recommended daily intake. Keep out of reach of young children. This content is for general information only and is not a substitute for medical advice – please consult a doctor or pharmacist if you have health concerns. Any EFSA health claims mentioned refer to the respective nutrients at a sufficient daily intake. References to studies provide scientific context and do not constitute any claim to cure or any health effect.