Is CLASSIC EUROPEAN COLLECTION COOKIES Vegan?


Ingredients
WHEAT FLOUR, SUGAR, VEGETABLE SHORTENINGS (PALM KERNEL, RAPESEED, COCONUT), CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, COCOA BUTTER, BUTTERFAT, EMULSIFIER [SOY LECITHIN]), MILK CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, COCOA BUTTER, WHEY POWDER, NONFAT DRY MILK, CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, BUTTERFAT, LACTOSE, EMULSIFIER [SOY LECITHIN]), WHEAT STARCH, DRIED EGG WHITES, COCONUT, LOW FAT COCOA POWDER (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI), CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, DEXTROSE, WHEY POWDER, NONFAT DRY MILK, LACTOSE, DRIED WHOLE EGG, EGG YOLK POWDER, GLUCOSE SYRUP, NATURAL FLAVORS, SALT, LEAVENINGS (SODIUM BICARBONATE, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE), EMULSIFIER [MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES OF FATTY ACIDS, SOY LECITHIN), BETA CAROTENE (FOR COLOR).
What is a Vegan diet?
A vegan diet excludes all animal-derived foods, including meat, poultry, fish, dairy, eggs, and honey. It focuses on plant-based sources such as fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. Many people choose veganism for ethical, environmental, or health reasons. When well-planned, it provides sufficient protein, fiber, and antioxidants, though supplementation or fortified foods may be needed for nutrients like vitamin B12, iron, and omega-3 fatty acids. Vegan diets are associated with lower risks of heart disease and improved digestion but require mindfulness to ensure balanced and complete nutrition.


