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Snyders Milk Chocolate Pretzel Rounds
Snacks, Chips & Dips
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Snyders Milk Chocolate Pretzel Rounds

Snyder's of Hanover®
5 oz
Available at Foodtown
140
Calories
2g
Protein
13g
Sugars
35mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
74
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Snyder's of Hanover Milk Chocolate Pretzel Rounds are a bite-sized, sweet-and-salty snack built for impulse moments and sharing. You'd typically find this 5 oz bag in the grocery snack aisle, shelved among other pretzels, chocolate-covered chips, and party mix items — often near seasonal snacks and game-day displays. These rounds fit occasions like movie nights, road trips, and casual gatherings where easy, handheld treats are welcome. The Snyder's brand leans on a long heritage — “America’s Pretzel Bakery since 1909” — positioning the product as a familiar, family-friendly indulgence that appeals to parents buying for kids, nostalgic adults, and hosts stocking a snack bowl. Packaging and marketing emphasize crunchy pretzel tradition and a playful chocolate coating rather than health claims; you may see language about “wholesome ingredients” in broader brand copy, but there’s no organic certification or strong “natural” labeling on the ingredient list. Visually the item reads kid-friendly and indulgent rather than health-focused. In plain terms, this is a highly processed, manufactured snack that combines baked pretzel rounds with a confectionery coating and industrial additives. Sensory details: each round delivers a crisp, toasted pretzel snap followed by a smooth milk chocolate surface and a quick sugary finish; the texture contrast is central to the appeal. The product comes in a small, grab-and-go bag for parties, lunchbox treats, or nibbling on-the-go, and is enjoyed as a casual crunchy-sweet ritual — pop a few into your hand with a soda or coffee for an easy pleasure moment.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0 oz
Servings per Container: 5
Calories140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat7g9%
Saturated Fat3.5g18%
Sodium35mg2%
Total Carbohydrate19g7%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
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

INGREDIENTS:, MILK, CHOCOLATE, (SUGAR,, COCOA, BUTTER,, CHOCOLATE, LIQUOR,, MILK,, SOY, LECITHIN,, SALT,, VANILLA),, ENRICHED, FLOUR, (WHEAT, FLOUR,, NIACIN,, REDUCED, IRON,, THIAMINE, MONONITRATE,, RIBOFLAVIN,, FOLIC, ACID),, VEGETABLE, OIL, (CONTAINS, ONE, OR, MORE, OF, THE, FOLLOWING:, CANOLA,, ALMONDS,, CASHEWS,, COCONUT,, HAZELNUTS,, MACADAMIA, NUTS,, PEANUTS,, PECANS,, WALNUTS,, PISTACHIOS),, TAPIOCA, MALT, SYRUP, (TAPIOCA, SYRUP,, MALT, EXTRACT),, SALT,, SHELLAC,, YEAST,, ACACIA, GUM,, CORN, SYRUP,, COCONUT, OIL,, SODA. CONTAINS:, MILK,, SOY,, WHEAT,, PEANUT,, COCONUT,, MACADAMIA,, PISTACHIO,, HAZELNUT,, WALNUT,, PECAN,, CASHEW,, ALMOND..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • canola oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • shellac - Synthetic preservative
No Seed OilNo 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?

The ingredient list combines industrial formulations (milk chocolate, corn and tapioca syrups, vegetable oils, gums, shellac) and multi-ingredient manufactured components, consistent with ultra-processed foods that are formulated and ready-to-eat.

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Common Questions about Snyders Milk Chocolate Pretzel Rounds

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? These pretzel rounds are a delightful treat, but they do have added sugars and aren't particularly high in protein or fiber. If you're looking for a satisfying snack that brings joy, they fit the bill nicely, but don't expect them to replace your kale salad!

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
road-trip

Vibe:

indulgentnostalgicconvenient
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