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Hershey's Milk Chocolate with Almonds Individually Wrapped Bars
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Hershey's Milk Chocolate with Almonds Individually Wrapped Bars

HERSHEY'S
8.70 oz
Available at Foodtown
210
Calories
4g
Protein
20g
Sugars
30mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
18
Ingredients

What You Should Know

HERSHEY'S Milk Chocolate with Almonds individually wrapped bars are a familiar, pocket-sized indulgence found in the candy aisle, checkout displays, seasonal endcaps, and near baking supplies or party goods. Packaged as a box of full-size, individually wrapped bars (8.70 oz total), the product sits alongside other branded chocolate bars and nut-chocolate confections and is often stocked with Halloween, Christmas, and Valentine's seasonal merchandising. Shoppers reach for these on movie nights, road trips, holiday hosting runs, or when assembling candy bowls and gift baskets. The brand projects classic American nostalgia—HERSHEY'S evokes mid-century candy culture and broad family appeal—positioned toward mainstream consumers seeking affordable, recognizable treats; marketing leans into shared moments, giftability, and tradition. Label cues include kosher and gluten-free claims printed on-pack (no organic or “natural” certification), and the ingredient list contains common confection additives (PGPR emulsifier, vanillin artificial flavor), so any health halos are mostly brand familiarity rather than meaningful nutrition benefits. In plain terms, this is a highly processed, factory-made confection combining refined sugar, dairy, emulsifiers, and added flavors with whole almonds for texture. Sensory experience is straightforward: creamy, sweet milk chocolate with a smooth melt and intermittent crunchy almond bites; bars are individually wrapped for portability and portion control, and the ritual often involves unwrapping, sharing, topping cupcakes, or dropping into a stocking or gift bag. The product fits into comfort-snacking and celebratory contexts—easy to stash at home or hand out at events.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 6
Calories210
% Daily Value*
Total Fat14g18%
Saturated Fat7g35%
Cholesterol10mg3%
Sodium30mg1%
Total Carbohydrate22g8%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars20g
Added Sugars17g34%
Protein4g
* 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,, MILK,, CHOCOLATE,, COCOA, BUTTER,, MILK, FAT,, LECITHIN, (SOY),, PGPR,, VANILLIN, (ARTIFICIAL, FLAVOR)),, ALMONDS,, SUNFLOWER, OIL..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • sunflower 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?

Contains refined sugars, industrial additives (PGPR emulsifier, vanillin artificial flavor), and is a ready-to-eat factory-made confection combining processed chocolate components and added oils, consistent with ultra-processed foods (NOVA 4).

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Common Questions about Hershey's Milk Chocolate with Almonds Individually Wrapped Bars

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! If you're looking for a sweet treat to satisfy a chocolate craving, then yes, it can fit into a balanced diet. However, it does have 210 calories and 20 grams of sugar per bar, so it's more of an occasional indulgence than a health food.

Perfect For

movie-night
holiday-baking
road-trip

Vibe:

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