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York Minis, Pouch
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York Minis, Pouch

YORK
7.60 oz
Available at Foodtown
120
Calories
1g
Protein
20g
Sugars
10mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
22
Ingredients

What You Should Know

YORK Minis, Pouch is a familiar American candy staple — small dark chocolate–covered peppermint patties sold in a family-size pouch. You’d typically spot it in the candy and seasonal aisle, sometimes on countertop impulse displays around checkout or featured in holiday endcaps near Easter, Halloween and Christmas decorations and baking supplies. It fits quick indulgence occasions like movie-night snacks, office candy bowls, holiday-baking add-ins and road-trip treat stashes. The brand positioning leans nostalgic and broadly mainstream: YORK evokes classic confectionery, marketed to adults who remember the original patties while also appealing to families seeking shareable sweets. Packaging emphasizes convenience (a resealable family pouch) and gifting use; the product copy highlights holiday and party moments. Label characteristics are modest — no organic or health claims — but you’ll see “dark chocolate” language, a kosher certification, and the presence of “natural flavor” in the ingredient list, which can create a mild health halo despite the candy’s sugary nature. Processing context: this is a highly processed, ready-to-eat candy made from refined sugars, syrups, emulsifiers and flavorings. Sensory details: minis offer a thin, glossy dark chocolate coating with a cool, soft peppermint fondant center that pleasantly contrasts with the chocolate snap; pieces are bite-sized and unwrapped for easy sharing. Rituals around this product include letting a couple melt on the tongue after dinner, tossing a handful into a decorative bowl at gatherings, or baking them into cookies for a minty surprise. Overall, it’s positioned as an accessible, shareable treat for social and seasonal moments.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 8 pieces
Servings per Container: 7
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat3g4%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Sodium10mg0%
Total Carbohydrate25g9%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars20g
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;, CORN, SYRUP;, CHOCOLATE;, COCOA;, INVERT, SUGAR;, MILK, FAT;, EGG, WHITES;, LECITHIN, (SOY);, COCOA, BUTTER;, OIL, OF, PEPPERMINT;, PGPR;, NATURAL, FLAVOR;, MILK.

Flagged Ingredients:

  • lecithin (soy) - Processed emulsifier
No 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 refined sugars, corn syrup, emulsifiers (PGPR, lecithin), and flavor additives in a ready-to-eat candy form, consistent with ultra-processed foods classified as NOVA 4.

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Common Questions about York Minis, Pouch

York Minis can be a delightful treat, but calling them 'healthy' depends on what you're comparing them to. With 120 calories and 20 grams of sugar in just eight pieces, they’re definitely more of an indulgence than a health food. If you're looking for a quick sugar fix or a sweet pick-me-up, they can fit into a balanced diet — just don’t expect them to replace your veggies!

Perfect For

movie-night
holiday-baking
road-trip

Vibe:

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