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M&M's Peanut & Chocolate
Snacks, Chips & Dips
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M&M's Peanut & Chocolate

M&M'S
1.74 oz
Available at Foodtown
250
Calories
5g
Protein
25g
Sugars
25mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
59
Ingredients

What You Should Know

M&M's Peanut & Chocolate (1.74 oz) is the pocketable, brightly packaged candy you expect from a mainstream snack aisle staple. You'd spot it in the candy and confectionery section, on impulse racks near checkout, and in seasonal endcaps alongside party supplies, Halloween candy, and baking add-ins. It fits quick errands, party shopping, movie-night pick-ups, and lunchbox treats — an easy grab for celebrations, road trips, or last-minute dessert toppings. The brand leans heavily on playful, family-oriented marketing: colorful, nostalgia-forward, and aimed at kids and adults who remember sharing them growing up. Packaging emphasizes fun and shareability rather than nutrition; label copy sometimes hints at quality ingredients like “milk chocolate,” but there are no organic or natural-product certifications and only a small “natural flavor” mention. Visually it trades on a kid-friendly palette and recognizable logo rather than health claims. In plain terms the product is a highly processed candy made from multiple industrial ingredients and coatings. Sensory experience is immediate: a hard, glossy candy shell yields a delicate crunch, revealing roasted peanut and a creamy milk chocolate center. The texture alternates between crisp shell, dense nut, and smooth chocolate; the small bag encourages casual snacking or portioned treats. Packaging is lightweight printed film, typically a single-serve pouch meant for on-the-go consumption rather than long-term storage. Rituals around this product include movie or game-night bowls, baking mix-ins (cookies, brownies), party favors, and trick-or-treat distribution — a colorful, convenient treat that plays a big role in American celebratory snacking culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 1
Calories250
% Daily Value*
Total Fat13g17%
Saturated Fat5g25%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium25mg1%
Total Carbohydrate30g11%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars25g
Added Sugars23g46%
Protein5g
* 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,, PEANUTS,, SOY, LECITHIN,, SALT,, NATURAL, FLAVOR),, PEANUTS,, SUGAR,, CORNSTARCH;, LESS, THAN, 1%, OF:, PALM, OIL,, 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:

  • Palm Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Corn Syrup - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • 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 Seed OilNo 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 (corn syrup, dextrin, artificial/color lakes, palm oil, emulsifiers, glazing agents) and is produced as a ready-to-eat, formulation-based candy, consistent with ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about M&M's Peanut & Chocolate

Well, it really depends on how you define 'healthy.' These candies pack a punch with 250 calories and 25 grams of sugar per serving, so they're more of an indulgent treat than a health food. If you're looking for something to satisfy your sweet tooth in moderation, they can definitely fit into a balanced diet!

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
holiday-baking

Vibe:

nostalgicindulgentfun
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