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Dark Chocolate Almonds, 6 OZ
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Dark Chocolate Almonds, 6 OZ

365 by Whole Foods Market
Available at Whole Foods
170
Calories
4g
Protein
8g
Sugars
170mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
24
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd spot this 365 Whole Foods dark chocolate almonds bag in the snack or checkout aisle, grabbed as an easy treat for movie nights or to tuck into a purse for a sweet pick-me-up. It reads indulgent and slightly upscale — the roasted almonds give a nostalgic, crunchy bite while the dark chocolate coating adds a smooth, candy-like finish. The ingredient list (added sugars, an emulsifier, and alkalized cocoa) and a manufactured chocolate coating signal industrial processing that produces a stable, glossy texture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 5
Calories170
% Daily Value*
Total Fat13g17%
Saturated Fat3.5g18%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium170mg7%
Total Carbohydrate13g5%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Total Sugars8g
Protein4g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

DARK, CHOCOLATE, COATING, (CHOCOLATE, LIQUOR*,, SUGAR,, COCOA, BUTTER*,, SOY, LECITHIN, [EMULSIFIER],, VANILLA, EXTRACT), DRY, ROASTED, ALMONDS, SUGAR, COCOA, POWDER*, (PROCESSED, WITH, ALKALI), SEA, SALT..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
No Emulsifier

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

The product is a packaged confection combining whole almonds with an industrial chocolate coating that contains added sugars, soy lecithin (an emulsifier), and alkalized cocoa, characteristic of NOVA 4 ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Dark Chocolate Almonds, 6 OZ

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? These almonds pack a delightful crunch with a touch of indulgence from the dark chocolate. They do have some fiber and protein, making them a decent snack option when you're looking for a little something sweet without going overboard.

Perfect For

movie-night
road-trip
game-day-prep

Vibe:

indulgentcomfortingconvenientluxurious
$4.29
per package