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Swiss Miss Classics Keurig, Milk Chocolate Hot Cocoa K-Cups 10 ct.
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Swiss Miss Classics Keurig, Milk Chocolate Hot Cocoa K-Cups 10 ct.

Swiss Miss
6.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
70
Calories
1g
Protein
12g
Sugars
170mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
31
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Swiss Miss Classics Milk Chocolate Hot Cocoa in Keurig K-Cups is a familiar single-serve treat sold in the coffee and tea aisle near other instant hot beverages, K-Cup coffee pods, cocoa mixes, and tea pods. Packaged as a 10-count carton of genuine Keurig-compatible pods, it's positioned as a quick, low-effort indulgence for home and office Keurig machines. Shoppers reach for it on chilly mornings, during late-night study sessions, as an office comfort drink, or when stocking a pantry for storm prep. The brand leans on warm nostalgia and convenience—Swiss Miss evokes childhood hot cocoa and approachable, family-friendly marketing—targeting busy adults, parents, and office workers who want a reliably sweet, chocolatey cup with minimal fuss. The front label makes “No Artificial Flavors. Colors.” and highlights “natural flavors,” while also calling out recyclable K-Cup pods; there is no organic certification or health claim about reduced sugar or whole ingredients. In plain terms, the product is a packaged, factory-formulated beverage mix with emulsifiers, sweeteners, and powdered dairy ingredients. Sensory notes: the brewed drink is sweet and milky with a smooth, slightly thin cocoa body and a glossy surface from added oils; mouthfeel is creamy but less viscous than homemade hot chocolate. Packaging is single-serve plastic/aluminum pods in a small cardboard carton, designed for the Keurig ritual—pop in a pod, press a button, and in a minute you have a consistent cup. The experience reads as comforting and convenient rather than artisanal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 10
Calories70
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1.5g2%
Saturated Fat1.5g8%
Sodium170mg7%
Total Carbohydrate14g5%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars12g
Added Sugars11g22%
Protein1g
* 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

Sugar,, Cocoa, (Processed, with, Alkali),, Whey, Solids,, Coconut, Oil,, Nonfat, Dry, Milk,, Natural, Flavors,, Salt,, Less, than, 2%, of:, Sodium, Caseinate, (a, Milk, Derivative),, Steviol, Glycosides,, Dipotassium, Phosphate,, Mono-, and, Diglycerides..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • coconut oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • mono- and diglycerides - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

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 (sweeteners, emulsifiers, 'natural flavors', processed cocoa) and is sold as a shelf-stable, single-serve processed pod, consistent with ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Swiss Miss Classics Keurig, Milk Chocolate Hot Cocoa K-Cups 10 ct.

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! At 70 calories per K-Cup, it's a cozy treat rather than a health food. If you're looking for a quick chocolate fix, it fits the bill, but it's not exactly a nutrient powerhouse, especially with 12 grams of sugar per serving.

Perfect For

movie-night
storm-prep
back-to-school

Vibe:

nostalgiccomfortingconvenientindulgent
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