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Dove Milk Chocolate Promise
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Dove Milk Chocolate Promise

Dove
7.61 oz
Available at Foodtown
180
Calories
2g
Protein
18g
Sugars
25mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
10
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Dove Milk Chocolate Promises (7.61 oz) sits in the store as a small-luxury candy — typically stocked in the candy aisle, near boxed chocolates and premium bags of individually wrapped pieces, and frequently featured on seasonal endcaps (Valentine's, Easter, holiday gift displays) or at checkout for impulse buys. The product reads like an adult indulgence: a bag of foil-wrapped, coin-shaped milk chocolates that promise a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth experience and a tiny message of warmth under each wrapper. Shoppers choose it for moments that call for a little elegance—gift baskets, party favors, hostess treats, or an after-dinner sweet. Brand positioning leans premium and emotive; Dove markets itself as a refined comfort chocolate, aimed at adults who want small, shareable luxuries and thoughtful touches rather than kid-focused candy. Packaging and copy rely on a gentle indulgence message (“finest quality cacao,” “sweet affirmations”) rather than health claims. There are no organic or certified-natural seals and the ingredient statement is brief but typical for confectionery; soy lecithin appears as an emulsifier. Processing context: this is an industrially made, packaged chocolate candy—manufactured, molded, and foil-wrapped in a factory rather than minimal-processed chocolate. Sensory details emphasize a smooth, creamy texture from milkfat and cocoa butter, a glossy surface under foil, and the small ritual of unwrapping, reading the promise, and sharing from a bowl or scattering into gift bags. Nutrition-wise, a serving is indulgent (about 180 calories, ~18 g sugar), reinforcing its role as an occasional treat rather than a staple.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 4
Servings per Container: 7
Calories180
% Daily Value*
Total Fat10g13%
Saturated Fat6g30%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium25mg1%
Total Carbohydrate19g7%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars18g
Added Sugars16g32%
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

MILK, CHOCOLATE, (SUGAR,, COCOA BUTTER,, SKIM, MILK,, CHOCOLATE,, MILKFAT,, LACTOSE, SOY, LECITHIN)..

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 candy is an industrially produced, packaged sweet with added sugar and emulsifiers and is formulated for convenience and shelf stability, fitting NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed). The simple ingredient list belies factory processing steps (refining, tempering, molding, and individual foil-wrapping) typical of ultra-processed confectionery.

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Common Questions about Dove Milk Chocolate Promise

When it comes to health, it really depends on your perspective! Dove Milk Chocolate Promise has a decent amount of sugar—about 18 grams per serving—so if you're watching your sugar intake, it might not be your best bet. But if you're looking for a sweet treat to enjoy in moderation, it can definitely fit into a balanced diet.

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