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Cocoa Classics Cocoa Mint Chocolate
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Cocoa Classics Cocoa Mint Chocolate

Cocoa Classics
1.25 oz
Available at Foodtown
140
Calories
3g
Protein
24g
Sugars
240mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
36
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Cocoa Classics Cocoa Mint Chocolate is a small, 1.25-oz mint chocolate treat that you’d typically spot in the candy and chocolate aisle or near seasonal and impulse buys—often displayed alongside other boxed mints, bite-size chocolates, and checkout rack confectionery. It reads like a pocket-sized indulgence for quick cravings: a glossy wrapper around a smooth, mint-scented chocolate with a creamy melt and a slightly waxy finish from tropical and hydrogenated fats. Shoppers pick it up on family grocery runs, quick convenience-store stops, or as an add-on during back-to-school snack runs and road-trip snack stock-ups. It’s a product that slots into moments like movie night, a post-dinner sweet, or a small pantry treat for unexpected guests. The brand positioning leans on nostalgic and accessible cues—“classics” evokes heritage and simple pleasure—aimed at mainstream consumers, families, and adults seeking a familiar, affordably indulgent candy. Labeling often plays down nutritional claims; you may see flavor-focused language and ingredient callouts but no organic certification or strong “natural” claims, and the ingredients list includes both natural and artificial flavors. From a processing viewpoint, this is a highly processed confection made with refined sugars, milk solids, emulsifiers and stabilizers. Sensory-wise, expect a compact bar or wrapped piece with a shiny exterior, quick snap, creamy interior, and a mint lift; the ritual is casual—unwrap, savor a few bites, or stash in a desk drawer. It’s part of American grocery culture as an easy, low-cost treat that trades on comfort, convenience, and familiar flavor rather than on health positioning.

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,, Potassium, &, Sodium, Phosphate,, Natural, &, 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 not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains many industrial ingredients and additives (hydrogenated fat, emulsifiers, cellulose gum, flavors, corn syrup solids) and is manufactured into a ready-to-eat candy, fitting the ultra-processed category.

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Common Questions about Cocoa Classics Cocoa Mint Chocolate

Well, 'healthy' can mean different things to different folks! Cocoa Mint Chocolate has a decent amount of sugar (24g per serving), which might not be ideal if you're watching your sugar intake. However, if you're looking for a sweet treat to enjoy every now and then, it can fit into a balanced diet — moderation is key!

Perfect For

movie-night
road-trip
back-to-school

Vibe:

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