FAQ

LILY’S frequently asked questions cover everything you might want to know about their no sugar added chocolates and treats. If you have ever wondered about the ingredients, the sourcing, or how to use the products, this section is designed to give you clear and helpful answers.

When it comes to ingredient information, LILY’S sources cocoa beans from several regions around the world, including Ivory Coast, Ghana, Nigeria, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, and Peru. The unsweetened chocolate and cocoa butter used in their products are certified Fair Trade by Fair Trade USA, which means the farmers and communities involved are fairly compensated. You can learn more about what this certification represents on the Fair Trade USA website.

Stevia is another key ingredient. It is a zero calorie sweetener that comes from the Stevia Rebaudiana plant. The stevia extract used in LILY’S chocolate follows all applicable rules and regulations. Erythritol is also used as a sugar alternative. It has almost no calories and a zero glycemic index, so it does not affect blood sugar or insulin levels. This makes it a good choice for people who need to manage their sugar intake. The erythritol comes from a supplier with strict non GMO policies in place for both production and raw materials.

Isomalt is another sugar substitute, and it is derived from sugar beets. LILY’S uses isomalt from non GMO sugar beets grown in Europe. Inulin is a soluble plant fiber that comes from chicory root. For nearly ten years, LILY’S has used dextrin, which is also called soluble corn fiber. They recently updated the name on their labels to soluble corn fiber because that is the more common industry term.

None of the products contain maltitol, maltodextrin, or dextrose. These are sweeteners with high glycemic indexes and are different from the dextrin fiber used in LILY’S recipes. All dairy products in LILY’S are rBST free. Allulose is a low calorie sweetener found in small amounts in raisins, figs, maple syrup, and jackfruit. The allulose LILY’S uses comes from corn. It is a simple sugar that tastes sweet but has about one tenth the calories of regular sugar. Researchers have found that allulose has very little impact on blood glucose levels because it is not metabolized or broken down by the body. According to the FDA, allulose does not need to be listed under total sugars or added sugars, but it must be labeled as a carbohydrate. Allulose is only used in the gummy bears and sour gummy worms.

LILY’S is committed to using sustainable palm oil. All palm purchases are 100 percent RSPO Mass Balance certified, and the company continues to work toward using both Mass Balance and Segregated certified palm.

In terms of general information, LILY’S recently updated their chocolate recipe based on consumer feedback. People said the chocolate could taste better, so the company developed a new recipe that keeps the same quality ingredients but improves on bitterness, off sweet notes, and dryness. The new recipe is richer and creamier. The cocoa percentage in the milk chocolate recipe changed from 40 percent to 36 percent as part of this update. The cocoa used in LILY’S products is not treated with alkali, so it is not Dutch processed.

For those following a keto diet, LILY’S products are considered keto friendly. Net carbs are calculated by subtracting fiber and sugar alcohols from total carbohydrates. Erythritol and isomalt are types of sugar alcohols. You can freeze LILY’S gummy bears and sour worms without any problem. To melt LILY’S chocolate, it is best to use the baking bars or baking chips. Break up the bars or use the chips and heat them over a double boiler with simmering water, not boiling. Stir constantly until the chocolate is smooth and shiny. If clumping happens, adding a little coconut oil can help.

Regarding allergy information, none of LILY’S products are marketed as vegan. However, the dark and extra dark chocolate bars, along with several baking chips and baking bars, do not contain animal products. These products are made on equipment that also processes dairy, so they are not recommended for anyone with a dairy allergy. All LILY’S chocolate products are gluten free. Some products contain soy or have precautionary labeling for soy, so it is best to check the specific product label. The chocolate chips are not dairy free. Products may contain peanuts and tree nuts, so always read the label carefully.

For product certifications, LILY’S products are non GMO. Fair Trade certification means that the farmers and communities providing cocoa and cocoa butter are fairly compensated. All LILY’S products are Kosher as well.