Do Oreos Have Black Dye in Them? Understanding the Truth About Cocoa
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Despite common assumptions, original Oreo cookies do not contain black dye. The signature color of the wafer is actually derived from a specific type of cocoa powder known as 'cocoa processed with alkali' or Dutch-process cocoa. This unique ingredient provides the deep, dark hue without the need for artificial food coloring.
