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Cocoa Classics Cocoa French Vanilla Chocolate 12Ct
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Cocoa Classics Cocoa French Vanilla Chocolate 12Ct

Cocoa Classics
1.25 oz
Available at Foodtown
140
Calories
3g
Protein
24g
Sugars
250mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
34
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Cocoa Classics Cocoa French Vanilla Chocolate 12Ct is a shelf-stable, single-serve hot cocoa product commonly found in the coffee & hot beverages aisle or near instant drink mixes and boxed hot chocolates. Packaged as a small box of 12 individual servings (typically foil sachets or single-use cups), it sits beside marshmallows, cappuccino mixes, and family-size drink mixers, signaling quick convenience for home use. Shoppers reach for it on morning grocery runs, after-school snack trips, movie-night restocks, and cold-weather storm-prep lists. The brand leans on nostalgia and simplicity — a familiar, comfort-food positioning that targets parents buying treats for kids, busy adults wanting an easy indulgence, and value-conscious households. Marketing often emphasizes “classic” or “rich” cocoa flavor with warm, family-oriented imagery rather than premium or organic messaging. The label may highlight “made with real milk” or “rich chocolate taste,” but it typically does not carry organic certification or whole-food claims; bright, kid-friendly graphics and convenience cues are common. In plain terms, the product is highly processed: the ingredients list includes sweeteners, powdered milk components, added oils, emulsifiers, and artificial flavoring. Sensory experience is instantly sweet and creamy, with a smooth, slightly syrupy mouthfeel from corn syrup solids and coconut oil; a pronounced vanilla-chocolate aroma from artificial flavor; and a quick-dissolving powder that thickens when mixed with hot water or milk. Rituals around it are familiar — a steaming cup at bedtime, a quick treat after school, or a warm pause during a winter morning — packaged for speed and predictable comfort rather than artisanal nuance.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2.5g3%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Sodium250mg11%
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,, Artificial, Flavor,, Sodium, Caseinate,, Cellulose, Gum,, Potassium, &, Sodium, Phosphate,, 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?

The product contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (corn syrup solids, hydrogenated oils, emulsifiers, artificial flavor, and isolated milk proteins), characteristic of ultra-processed foods. It is manufactured into a ready-to-mix single-serve format rather than being a minimally processed ingredient.

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Common Questions about Cocoa Classics Cocoa French Vanilla Chocolate 12Ct

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! This cocoa mix has a decent amount of sugar—24 grams per serving—which might not be ideal if you're watching your sugar intake. However, if you’re looking for a cozy treat to enjoy occasionally, it can definitely fit into a balanced diet.

Perfect For

movie-night
back-to-school
storm-prep

Vibe:

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