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Dove Dark Chocolate Candy Bar
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Dove Dark Chocolate Candy Bar

Dove
1.44 oz
Available at Foodtown
220
Calories
2g
Protein
19g
Sugars
0mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
13
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Dove Dark Chocolate Candy Bar (1.44 oz) is the individually wrapped semisweet chocolate bar you’ll spot in the checkout aisle, candy gondolas, and seasonal display bins near gum, mints, and other impulse treats. It sits alongside other single-serve chocolate bars and premium mass-market confections in supermarkets, drugstores, and convenience stores. This bar works as a small everyday indulgence: a single-serving treat for a lunchbox, a movie-night pick, a quick roadside sweet on a road trip, or a little reward after errands. Dove’s brand positioning is upscale mass-market indulgence—marketed as smooth, silky chocolate with a slightly premium feel, often targeted to adults seeking a small luxury in daily life; marketing leans into self-care and comforting moments rather than kid-focused characters or toys. Label characteristics include a quality cue (“Rainforest Alliance Certified Cocoa”), classic logo and glossy packaging that imply decadence; it carries no organic or “all-natural” certification beyond the Rainforest Alliance claim and lists “natural flavor” and soy lecithin among ingredients, which can create a mild health halo but not a clean-label claim. Processing context: this is an industrially manufactured confection made from refined ingredients and additives for texture and shelf stability. Sensory details: expect a compact, slightly glossy bar with a snap when broken, melting to a creamy, smooth mouthfeel and medium-intensity cocoa bitterness balanced by pronounced sweetness. Packaging is foil and paper or plastic sleeve, facilitating one-handed eating; the ritual is simple—unwrap, break or bite, savor a brief moment of chocolatey comfort.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories220
% Daily Value*
Total Fat13g17%
Saturated Fat8g40%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate25g9%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Total Sugars19g
Added Sugars19g38%
Protein2g
* 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

SEMISWEET, CHOCOLATE, (SUGAR,, CHOCOLATE†,, CHOCOLATE PROCESSED, WITH, ALKALI†,, COCOA, BUTTER†,, MILKFAT,, SOY, LECITHIN, NATURAL, FLAVOR)..

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?

This single-serve chocolate bar contains refined ingredients (sugar, processed cocoa), emulsifiers (soy lecithin), and flavoring and is industrially formulated for consistency and shelf life, fitting NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed).

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Common Questions about Dove Dark Chocolate Candy Bar

The term 'healthy' can be a bit slippery, right? Dove Dark Chocolate is definitely a treat, packing in 220 calories and 19 grams of added sugars per serving. While it offers some enjoyment, moderation is key, especially if you're watching your sugar intake. Think of it as a delightful indulgence rather than a health food!

Perfect For

movie-night
road-trip
back-to-school

Vibe:

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