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Lindt Lindor Dark Chocolate Truffles
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Lindt Lindor Dark Chocolate Truffles

Lindt
5.10 oz
Available at Foodtown
230
Calories
2g
Protein
13g
Sugars
10mg
Sodium
34
Ingredients

What You Should Know

On American grocery shelves Lindt LINDOR Dark Chocolate Truffles are usually found in the candy and confection aisle, in premium chocolate displays, and on seasonal endcaps near Valentine’s Day, holidays, and gift wrap; smaller bags also appear at checkout and adjacent to specialty coffee or dessert ingredients. They fit shopping trips where shoppers want an affordable luxury—last-minute hostess gifts, movie-night splurges, a romantic treat, or a small addition to holiday baskets. Lindt positions LINDOR as a heritage Swiss premium brand marketed toward adults who value craftsmanship and indulgence; advertising leans on master chocolatier imagery, romantic gifting, and small moments of self-reward rather than child-focused characters. The label projects a luxury halo with elegant typography and talk of melting centers, but it carries no organic or “all-natural” certification and the ingredients list includes refined sugars, emulsifiers, fractionated vegetable oils, and artificial flavoring—so any “premium” impression is branding rather than a health claim. The product is sold in a foil or paper pouch of individually wrapped balls; sensory notes include a shiny, brittle dark chocolate shell that breaks to reveal a supple, ganache-like center that melts smoothly on the tongue with bittersweet cocoa notes and lingering sweetness. The ritual—unwrap, crack, let it melt, pair with coffee or wine—reinforces its role as an after-dinner or sharing confection. In processing context, these truffles are made via multi-step industrial chocolate and filling processes and include added emulsifiers and flavorings, which places them on the more processed end of the spectrum despite their artisanal positioning.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3
Servings per Container: 4
Calories230
% Daily Value*
Total Fat19g24%
Saturated Fat14g70%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium10mg0%
Total Carbohydrate15g5%
Total Sugars13g
Added Sugars12g24%
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

Dark, Sweet, Chocolate, [Sugar,, Chocolate,, Cocoa, Butter,, Skim, Milk,, Milkfat,, Soy, Lecithin, (Emulsifier),, Vanillin, (Artificial, Flavoring)],, Vegetable, Oil, (Coconut,, Palm, Kernel),, Sugar,, Chocolate,, Cocoa, Butter,, Milk,, Soy, Lecithin, (Emulsifier),, Barley, Malt, Powder,, Artificial, Flavors..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Coconut - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Palm Kernel - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

The ingredient list includes refined sugars, emulsifiers (soy lecithin), artificial flavors, and fractionated vegetable oils, and the product is created through multi-step industrial processing—consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed).

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Common Questions about Lindt Lindor Dark Chocolate Truffles

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! If you're looking for a sweet treat to satisfy your chocolate cravings, then these truffles can fit the bill. However, they do pack a decent amount of sugar and fats, so they're best enjoyed in moderation, especially if you're watching your overall sugar intake.

Perfect For

movie-night
holiday-gifting
after-dinner-treat

Vibe:

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