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Cocoa Classics Cocoa Hazelnut Choc 12Ct
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Cocoa Classics Cocoa Hazelnut Choc 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 Hazelnut Choc 12Ct is a small-format boxed treat you’d find in the candy and confectionery aisle — often on an endcap near seasonal chocolates, individually wrapped truffles, and lunchbox snacks. The 12-count, 1.25 oz pieces are typically individually wrapped inside a cardboard carton, making them convenient for impulse buys, party bowls, or stashing in desk drawers. This product fits quick-stop shopping trips for treats, after-school snack runs, movie-night stock-ups, or road-trip snack packs. The brand leans into a retro, accessible positioning — ‘classics’ implies comfort and familiarity rather than premium artisanal chocolate — and it targets value-minded families and adults buying for kids, parties, or giveaways. Packaging often uses bright, kid-friendly graphics and promises of “cocoa” or “hazelnut” flavor without organic or natural-certification claims; marketing may lean on nostalgia and indulgence rather than health. Labels tend to carry common health halos like “chocolate” or “natural flavors” in small type, but the ingredient list includes additives and stabilizers (artificial flavor, emulsifiers, hydrogenated oil), and there is no organic or non-GMO certification. In plain terms this is a highly processed confection: manufactured, blended, and stabilized to achieve consistent taste and shelf life. Sensory-wise, expect a sweet, cocoa-forward hazelnut profile with a creamy, slightly oily mouthfeel from coconut oils, a melt-in-the-mouth milky center, and a sugary coating that dissolves quickly. The ritual of use is casual — a handful for movie nights, one slipped into a lunchbox, or a piece offered to guests — emphasizing convenience and immediate gratification over ingredient provenance.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2.5g3%
Saturated Fat2g10%
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,, Artificial, Flavor,, 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?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (hydrogenated oil, corn syrup solids, cellulose gum, artificial flavor, emulsifiers) and is manufactured into a ready-to-eat confection, consistent with NOVA group 4 ultraprocessed foods.

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Common Questions about Cocoa Classics Cocoa Hazelnut Choc 12Ct

Well, 'healthy' is a bit of a moving target, isn’t it? Cocoa Hazelnut Choc has a decent amount of sugar—about 24 grams per serving—so it might not be the best choice if you're watching your sugar intake. However, if you're looking for a cozy, chocolatey treat to enjoy occasionally, it can definitely fit into a balanced diet.

Perfect For

movie-night
back-to-school
road-trip

Vibe:

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