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Hershey's Toffee Almond Nuggets
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Hershey's Toffee Almond Nuggets

Hershey's
10.20 oz
Available at Foodtown
150
Calories
2g
Protein
17g
Sugars
40mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
37
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Hershey's Toffee Almond Nuggets arrive as a familiar sight in American grocery stores: a foil-wrapped share pack you might find in the candy aisle, near other boxed and bagged chocolates, or on seasonal endcaps alongside holiday and party confections; smaller bags may also sit by checkouts for impulse buys. The product reads like an anytime treat for family gatherings, office candy dishes, game nights, and holiday hosting — a grab-and-go option for party hosts who want a mix of chocolate, crunch, and convenience. Hershey's positions this line as classic, mainstream indulgence: a heritage chocolate brand offering crowd-pleasing flavors that appeal broadly to families, nostalgic adults, and kids who love individually wrapped sweets. Label cues are straightforward confectionery — ingredient and allergen statements are prominent, but there is no organic certification or overt natural-health branding; the ingredient list does include an artificial flavor and emulsifiers. In plain processing context, this is a highly processed candy made from refined sugars, dairy solids, vegetable fats, and industrial additives. Sensory-wise, each two-bite nugget gives a thin, creamy milk chocolate exterior yielding to crunchy toffee shards and toasted almonds, offering a contrast of smooth and brittle textures. The foil wrapper and bite-sized format create a small ritual: unwrap, pop two bites, and share from a bowl at gatherings. Packaging emphasizes sharing and celebration, making these Nuggets a visual and textural staple in party bowls, trick-or-treat assortments, and office candy jars where convenience and instant gratification drive repeat purchases.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3
Servings per Container: 10
Calories150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat9g12%
Saturated Fat5g25%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium40mg2%
Total Carbohydrate18g7%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars17g
Added Sugars15g30%
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,, Lactose,, Milk, Fat,, Lecithin, (Soy),, PGPR,, Vanillin, (Artificial, Flavor)),, Sugar,, Vegetable, Oil, (Palm, Oil,, Sunflower, Oil),, Almonds,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of:, Dairy, Butter, (Milk),, Salt,, Chocolate,, Lecithin, (Soy)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sunflower Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Lecithin (Soy) - 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, vegetable oils, emulsifiers (PGPR), and artificial flavoring in an industrial formulation; these features and the ready-to-eat candy format align with the NOVA ultra-processed category.

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Common Questions about Hershey's Toffee Almond Nuggets

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! Each nugget packs a sweet punch with 150 calories and 17 grams of sugar per serving, which makes them more of a treat than a health food. If you’re looking for a quick energy boost or a satisfying sweet fix, they can definitely fit into a balanced diet — just don’t expect them to replace your kale salad!

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
holiday-baking

Vibe:

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