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M&M's Milk Chocolate Candy
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M&M's Milk Chocolate Candy

M&M'S
3.10 oz
Available at Foodtown
210
Calories
2g
Protein
29g
Sugars
30mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
53
Ingredients

What You Should Know

M&M's Milk Chocolate Candy (3.10 oz movie-theater box) is a pocket-sized, colorfully branded chocolate treat you'll typically find in the candy aisle, near other boxed confections, movie-theater concessions, checkout impulse racks, and party-snack displays. It fits casual grab-and-go shopping trips, movie nights, road trips, birthday parties, and as a playful addition to baking or dessert toppings. As one of Mars' most recognizable SKUs, the brand leans on bright, playful packaging, printed candy “M”s, and mascot-driven marketing to target kids, families, and nostalgic adults seeking a familiar indulgence. The label highlights “milk chocolate,” which gives a small dairy-forward health halo, but there are no organic or “natural” certifications; colorful shell colors and candy-coating ingredients reflect a child-focused presentation rather than a wellness claim. In plain processing terms, this product is made by industrial confectionery processes that combine refined sugars, cocoa ingredients, emulsifiers, artificial colors, glazing agents, and stabilizers to produce the finished pieces. Sensory notes: each bite begins with a crisp, hard candy shell that snaps, revealing a smooth, sweet milk chocolate center that melts on the tongue; texture contrast is central to its appeal. Packaging is a small, fold-top movie box designed for single-session snacking or sharing; the ritual often involves tipping pieces into a bowl, popping them by hand, or using them as colorful sprinkles in baking. In American grocery culture, M&M's play the role of a ubiquitous, shareable, bright, and comforting confection — convenient, instantly recognizable, and associated with simple celebratory moments.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5
Servings per Container: 2
Calories210
% Daily Value*
Total Fat8g10%
Saturated Fat5g25%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium30mg1%
Total Carbohydrate32g12%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars29g
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,, CHOCOLATE,, SKIM, MILK,, COCOA, BUTTER,, LACTOSE,, MILKFAT,, SOY, LECITHIN,, SALT,, NATURAL FLAVOR),, SUGAR,, CORNSTARCH;, LESS, THAN, 1%, OF:, CORN, SYRUP,, DEXTRIN,, COLORS, (INCLUDES, BLUE, 1, LAKE,, YELLOW, 6,, RED, 40, YELLOW, 5,, BLUE, 1,, YELLOW, 6, LAKE,, RED, 40, LAKE,, YELLOW, 5, LAKE,, BLUE, 2, LAKE,, BLUE, 2),, CARNAUBA, WAX,, GUM, ACACIA..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • Blue 1 Lake - Artificial coloring
  • Yellow 6 - Artificial coloring
  • Red 40 - Artificial coloring
  • Yellow 5 - Artificial coloring
  • Blue 1 - Artificial coloring
  • Yellow 6 Lake - Artificial coloring
  • Red 40 Lake - Artificial coloring
  • Yellow 5 Lake - Artificial coloring
  • Blue 2 Lake - Artificial coloring
  • Blue 2 - Artificial coloring
No EmulsifierNo Additive

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 multiple industrial ingredients and additives (refined sugars, corn syrup/dextrin, artificial colors, emulsifiers, glazing agents) and is manufactured through intensive industrial processing, classifying it as ultraprocessed.

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Common Questions about M&M's Milk Chocolate Candy

Well, that depends on what your definition of 'healthy' is! They pack a sweet punch with 31 grams of sugar per serving, which is definitely on the higher side. If you’re looking for a treat to enjoy occasionally, they can fit into a balanced diet, but they’re not exactly a nutritional powerhouse.

Perfect For

movie-night
road-trip
party-snacks

Vibe:

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