Why is Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is labeled NOVA 4 because it combines refined ingredients such as sugar, cocoa butter and peanut paste with industrial processing steps like emulsification; the only listed additive is E322 (soy lecithin), used to stabilize the chocolate matrix.

How does the sugar and salt content in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 27.2 g of sugar and 0.47 g of salt per 100 g, the cups can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes and add to daily sodium intake, making them unsuitable for strict diabetic or high‑blood‑pressure meal plans.

Is the peanut butter in Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups a concern for people with peanut allergies?

Yes, the product contains 30 % peanut paste, and peanut is listed as a declared allergen, so it should be avoided by anyone with a peanut allergy.

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Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups are a sugary snack that falls under the "Sugary snacks" and "Sweets" PNNS groups. The product carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), featuring very high levels of fat (44.7 g), saturated fat (19.8 g) and sugars (27.2 g) per 100 g. While it does provide a notable amount of dietary fiber (7.2 g) and protein (11.5 g), its overall energy density (593 kcal) and salt content (0.47 g) make it a less healthy choice for regular consumption.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal593 kcal

Fat44.7 g

Saturated Fat19.8 g

Carbohydrates36.2 g

Sugars27.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average snack values, this product contains far less sugar and carbohydrate but far more fat, saturated fat, energy, fiber and protein, while its salt level is slightly above the typical snack average.

Ingredients

Colombian Dark Chocolate (65%) [Cocoa Mass, Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Emulsifier: _Soya_ Lecithin, Vanilla Extract], _Peanut_ Butter (30%), Coconut Oil, Shea Oil, Agave Syrup, Sea Salt.

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UNREAL

4.2 oz