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Ghirardelli Chocolate Squares, Dark & Mint Filled
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Ghirardelli Chocolate Squares, Dark & Mint Filled

Ghirardelli
5.32 oz
Available at Foodtown
140
Calories
1g
Protein
16g
Sugars
0mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
34
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Ghirardelli Chocolate Squares Dark & Mint Filled present as a small, giftable box of individually wrapped dark chocolate squares in a 5.32 oz package. You would typically find this product in the candy and confections aisle, near boxed chocolates, seasonal gift items, and specialty baking chocolates, and often displayed on endcaps around holidays or by the checkout for impulse purchases. This is an after-dinner or anytime indulgence — shoppers pick it up for movie night, as a stocking stuffer or hostess gift, or to keep on a desk for a little midafternoon treat. Ghirardelli positions itself as a premium, heritage chocolate brand, aiming at adult consumers who value indulgence, quality ingredients, and giftability; marketing leans into tradition, slow-melting texture, and holiday gifting rather than kid-focused characters. The label highlights kosher certification and speaks to high-quality ingredients, but there is no organic claim and the ingredient list includes multiple syrups, emulsifiers, and natural extracts used for preservation. Processing context: this is an industrially formulated confection with added sugars, oils, stabilizers, and flavoring agents. Sensory details: a firm, glossy dark chocolate shell gives a slow-melting mouthfeel that yields to a cool, creamy mint center; textures contrast between snap and velvety filling. Packaging is small, individually wrapped squares that invite ritual unwrapping and sharing, often paired with coffee, after-dinner conversation, or used as small gifts. The overall story is premium convenience — a compact, familiar American confection positioned for indulging and gifting.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2
Servings per Container: 5
Calories140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat8g10%
Saturated Fat4.5g23%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate20g7%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars16g
Added Sugars16g32%
Protein1g
* 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,, Unsweetened, Chocolate,, Beet, Syrup,, Palm, Oil,, Tapioca, Syrup,, Cocoa, Butter,, Milk, Fat,, Corn, Syrup,, Water,, Soy, Lecithin,, Extracts, of, Oregano,, Flaxseed,, Plum,, and, Green, Tea, (to, Preserve, Freshness),, Peppermint, Oil,, Vanilla, Extract,, Agar..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Palm Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • 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?

This is an ultra-processed product: an industrial confection made from multiple added sugars and syrups, refined fats, emulsifiers, flavorings, and preservative extracts rather than single whole ingredients.

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Common Questions about Ghirardelli Chocolate Squares, Dark & Mint Filled

Well, that depends on what you mean by 'healthy.' These delicious squares are definitely a treat, with 140 calories and 16 grams of added sugars in just two pieces. They’re not exactly a health food, but if you’re looking for a sweet indulgence, they can fit into a balanced diet!

Perfect For

movie-night
road-trip
holiday-baking

Vibe:

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