Dark Chocolate Quinoa Crisp Gems, 5 OZ
What You Should Know
You'd spot these dark chocolate quinoa crisp gems in the snack or candy aisle — often near better-for-you treats or by the checkout — and pull them for a quick sweet bite. They feel indulgent and slightly nostalgic (think chocolate-coated crisps) while marketing leans healthier with organic cane sugar and quinoa. The ingredient list and additives (tapioca syrup, gum acacia, carnauba wax) point to industrial processing that creates the shiny coating, crunchy texture, and shelf-stable candy form.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
DARK, CHOCOLATE, (CHOCOLATE, LIQUOR,, CANE, SUGAR,, COCOA, BUTTER,, VANILLA), ORGANIC, CANE, SUGAR, ORGANIC, QUINOA, CRISP, GUM, ACACIA, COLORED, WITH, (BEET, JUICE,, SPIRULINA, EXTRACT), ORGANIC, TAPIOCA, SYRUP, CARNAUBA, WAX..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •beet juice - Artificial coloring
- •spirulina extract - Artificial coloring
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Multiple industrial ingredients and additives (tapioca syrup, gum acacia, carnauba wax) along with processed components (quinoa crisps, added sugars) and ready-to-eat candy formulation are characteristic of NOVA group 4 ultra-processed foods.
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Common Questions about Dark Chocolate Quinoa Crisp Gems, 5 OZ
Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! These gems have organic ingredients and are gluten-free, which is great if you're avoiding gluten. They do pack a sugary punch with 15 grams of total sugars per serving, so they’re more of an indulgent treat than a health food. It’s all about balance!