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Hu Kitchen Chocolate Crunchy Mint
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Hu Kitchen Chocolate Crunchy Mint

Hu
2.10 oz
Available at Foodtown
190
Calories
3g
Protein
8g
Sugars
15mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
19
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Hu Kitchen Chocolate Crunchy Mint is a single-serve, 2.10 oz organic dark chocolate bar that reads like a short ingredient list: organic cacao, unrefined coconut sugar, cocoa butter, cacao nibs and peppermint oil (with Fairtrade certification noted on the package). In a typical American grocery it sits in the natural/organic candy or specialty chocolate section, shelved near other premium dark bars, vegan snacks and refrigerated nut butters, and sometimes appears on endcaps with giftable confections. Shoppers pick it up on health-forward trips, for a mindful after-dinner treat, or when assembling small hostess gifts. The brand positions itself toward millennial and Gen Z consumers who prize clean labels, ethical sourcing and dairy-free indulgence — marketing that blends wellness, simplicity and a slightly rebellious anti-processed ethos. The label leans on organic and Fairtrade claims, short-ingredient transparency and phrases that evoke “real food” rather than kid-focused cartooning or bright impulse candy branding. Processing-wise it’s lightly processed: the ingredients are refined into a bar without industrial emulsifiers or artificial flavors. Sensory notes: a crisp snap of dark chocolate gives way to crunchy cacao nibs and a cool peppermint finish; the texture is simultaneously smooth from cocoa butter and textural from the nibs. Packaging is a wrapped, foil-lined single bar that invites a small ritual — unwrap, break a piece, pair with coffee or tea, or tuck into a lunchbox. In American grocery culture this bar reads as a portable, premium snack for people who want an indulgent moment without a heavy “junk food” label.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5
Servings per Container: 2
Calories190
% Daily Value*
Total Fat14g18%
Saturated Fat8g40%
Sodium15mg1%
Total Carbohydrate14g5%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Total Sugars8g
Added Sugars8g16%
Protein3g
* 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

Organic, Cacao*,, Organic, Unrefined, Coconut, Sugar*,, Organic, Cocoa, Butter*,, Organic, Cacao, Nibs*,, Organic, Peppermint, Oil., *, Certified, Fairtrade, Ingredients..

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

The bar is made from whole-food cacao components and unrefined sugar with minimal added ingredients and no industrial additives, so it fits NOVA Group 3 (processed foods) rather than ultra-processed.

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Common Questions about Hu Kitchen Chocolate Crunchy Mint

The Chocolate Crunchy Mint strikes a nice balance—it's made with organic ingredients and contains no artificial additives. However, it does have added sugars, so while it can be a delightful treat, it's best enjoyed in moderation, especially if you're watching your sugar intake.

Perfect For

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road-trip
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