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Reeses Peanut Butter Cups Milk Chocolate
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Reeses Peanut Butter Cups Milk Chocolate

Reese's
9 oz
Available at Foodtown
210
Calories
5g
Protein
22g
Sugars
150mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
25
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Reese's Peanut Butter Cups (milk chocolate, 9 oz) is a familiar fixture of American grocery culture: you’ll spot the orange-branded boxes in the candy and chocolate aisle, on seasonal endcaps and often in checkout impulse bins beside gum and single-serve candy. Packaged as individually wrapped cups inside a branded multipack, it’s designed for grab-and-go snacking, concession stands, party bowls and pantry stashing. The product reads as an all-purpose treat for movie nights, tailgates, kids’ lunches, and casual entertaining. Brand positioning leans hard on nostalgia and mass-appeal indulgence — Reese’s is marketed as an iconic, working-class American favorite that targets kids, teens and adults seeking a familiar, comforting sweet; packaging and ad copy emphasize playfulness, sharing and snack-time rituals. Label claims are sparse but notable: many SKUs carry gluten-free and kosher certifications, which can create a modest “health halo” for some shoppers despite high sugar content; there are no organic or “natural” claims. In plain processing terms this is a highly processed confection made from industrial chocolate formulations, peanut paste, added sugars and several additives (emulsifiers and antioxidants) to preserve texture and shelf life. Sensory notes: a thin, glossy milk chocolate shell gives way to a dense, creamy, slightly gritty peanut butter center — contrast of melt-in-mouth chocolate and rich, salty peanut paste. Rituals include unwrapping single cups, dunking into milk or coffee, splitting between friends, or baking into cookies and brownies. The packaging is bright, branded, convenient for sharing and impulse purchase.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 6
Calories210
% Daily Value*
Total Fat12g15%
Saturated Fat4.5g23%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium150mg7%
Total Carbohydrate24g9%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars22g
Added Sugars20g40%
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;, Cocoa, Butter;, Chocolate;, Skim, Milk;, Milk, Fat;, Lactose;, Lecithin, (Soy):, PGPR];, Peanuts;, Sugar;, Dextrose;, Salt;, TBHQ, and, Citric, Acid,, to, Maintain, Freshness..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Lecithin (Soy) - Processed emulsifier
  • TBHQ - Synthetic preservative
  • Citric Acid - Synthetic preservative
No EmulsifierNo Preservative

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?

Contains industrial formulations, added sugars, emulsifiers (lecithin, PGPR) and preservatives (TBHQ, citric acid) and is packaged as a ready-to-eat sweet — characteristics of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Reeses Peanut Butter Cups Milk Chocolate

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit of a moving target! These cups pack a tasty punch with 210 calories and 22 grams of sugar per serving, which might not make them the best choice for everyday snacking. But hey, if you’re in the mood for a sweet treat, they’re a fun indulgence that can fit into a balanced diet.

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
back-to-school

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