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Cocoa Classics Cocoa Caramel Chocolate 12Ct
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Cocoa Classics Cocoa Caramel Chocolate 12Ct

Cocoa Classics
1.25 oz
Available at Foodtown
140
Calories
3g
Protein
24g
Sugars
240mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
34
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Cocoa Classics Cocoa Caramel Chocolate 12Ct is a small-box, individually wrapped confection you’d typically find in the candy aisle near other boxed chocolates, seasonal candy displays, and the checkout impulse bins. The packaging leans on warm browns and golds with the word “classic,” signaling an affordable, crowd-pleasing candy rather than a premium artisan bar. It reads like a family-oriented impulse buy marketed toward parents buying treats for kids and adults seeking a quick sweet pick-me-up. You’ll reach for it on shopping trips stocked for snack bowls, lunchbox extras, movie-night candy jars, or last-minute party favors. Labeling often highlights “cocoa” and “milk” to suggest traditional chocolate comfort; there are no organic or natural-certification claims and the ingredient list includes multiple emulsifiers, stabilized fats, and artificial flavor—so any health halos are largely visual or nostalgic rather than ingredient-based. In plain terms this is a highly processed, shelf-stable candy: multiple industrial ingredients and texturizers are used to create consistent texture and long shelf life. Sensory experience centers on a glossy milk-chocolate shell giving way to a soft, sweet caramel center; it’s smooth, sticky, and immediately sweet with a chewable finish and a lingering sugary aftertaste. The box of 12 and individual wraps make it convenient for handing out at parties, tucking into pockets for road trips, or portioning into candy dishes. Rituals include sharing from a bowl, letting a caramel chew slowly while watching a film, or sneaking a single piece as a quick indulgence between errands.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2.5g3%
Saturated Fat2.5g13%
Sodium240mg10%
Total Carbohydrate26g9%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars24g
Added Sugars18g36%
Protein3g
* 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

Sugar,, Nonfat, Dry, Milk,, Whey,, Corn, Syrup, Solids,, Dutch-Processed, Cocoa,, Coconut, Oil,, Salt,, Hydrogenated, Coconut, Oil,, Sodium, Caseinate,, Cellulose, Gum,, Potassium, &, Sodium, Phosphate,, Artificial, Flavor,, Mono, &, Diglycerides,, Soy, Lecithin,, Sodium, Stearoyl, Lactylate..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Hydrogenated Coconut Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Mono & Diglycerides - Processed emulsifier
  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo 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?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients (corn syrup solids, hydrogenated oils, emulsifiers, artificial flavor) and is manufactured for long shelf life and consistent texture, fitting the ultraprocessed NOVA 4 category.

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Common Questions about Cocoa Classics Cocoa Caramel Chocolate 12Ct

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! Cocoa Caramel Chocolate does have a good dose of sugar—24 grams per serving, to be exact—so it's more of an indulgent treat than a health food. If you’re looking for a sweet pick-me-up rather than a nutritional powerhouse, this could be your go-to!

Perfect For

movie-night
road-trip
back-to-school

Vibe:

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