Snacks, pretzels, hard, confectioner's coating, chocolate-flavor
Whole food · Snacks
This is a crunchy, sweet twist on the classic pretzel, where the hard, salty biscuit is enrobed in a sweet, chocolate-flavored confectioner's coating. The texture is a satisfying snap from the pretzel core, giving way to the smooth, waxy sweetness of the coating. Nutritionally, it's a high-energy snack dominated by carbohydrates, particularly from added sugars.
💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the addictive sweet-and-salty contrast, where the pretzel's saltiness cuts through the rich, chocolatey sweetness. It's a beloved, versatile treat often enjoyed at movie theaters, carnivals, and as a party snack mix component.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
This snack is high in added sugars (nearly 39g per 100g) and refined carbs, which can lead to blood-sugar spikes. To counteract this, practice strict portion control and pair it with a source of protein or healthy fat (like a handful of nuts) to slow sugar absorption. Those monitoring sodium intake should also be mindful, as the pretzel base is typically salted.
Key benefits
- Provides a quick source of energy from carbohydrates.
- Offers a small amount of plant-based protein.
- The hard pretzel base contains some dietary fiber.
- A convenient, shelf-stable, and portable snack.
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🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The combination of chocolate and pretzels is a classic American 'sweet and salty' pairing that gained massive popularity in the late 20th century, but the hard pretzel itself has roots in 7th-century European monasteries.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 2.5 g |
| Energy | 457 kcal |
| Energy | 1914 kj |
| Protein | 7.5 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 16.7 g |
| Ash | 2.2 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 70.9 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.4 g |
| Total Sugars | 38.8 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 74.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.0 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 41.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 145 mg |
| Potassium, K | 225 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 569 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.92 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.30 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.56 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 14.5 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.50 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.10 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.20 mg |
| Niacin | 0.80 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.76 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.17 mg |
| Folate, total | 9.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 9.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 9.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 39.7 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 9.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.62 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 11.1 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 8.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 87.0 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 7.7 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.21 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.23 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 2.9 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 1.1 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.9 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.3 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 5.4 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 5.4 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 2.1 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 2.0 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.16 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.10 g |
| Threonine | 0.25 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.29 g |
| Leucine | 0.53 g |
| Lysine | 0.25 g |
| Methionine | 0.13 g |
| Cystine | 0.15 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.36 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.23 g |
| Valine | 0.33 g |
| Arginine | 0.31 g |
| Histidine | 0.16 g |
| Alanine | 0.27 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.42 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.2 g |
| Glycine | 0.27 g |
| Proline | 0.74 g |
| Serine | 0.36 g |
FAQ
Is this the same as a chocolate bar with pretzels inside?
No. This product is a hard pretzel that has been coated in a chocolate-flavored confection (which often contains less cocoa butter than real chocolate). A chocolate bar with pretzel pieces is primarily chocolate with pretzel bits mixed in.
Why is the coating called 'confectioner's coating' instead of chocolate?
Confectioner's coating (or compound chocolate) uses vegetable fats instead of cocoa butter. This makes it cheaper, more stable at room temperature, and easier to work with for coating, but it has a different melt and mouthfeel than pure chocolate.
How should I store these to keep them crunchy?
Store them in a cool, dry place in an airtight container. Humidity is the enemy, as it can make the pretzel base stale and cause the coating to become sticky or develop a white 'bloom'.