Candies, KIT KAT Wafer Bar
Whole food · Sweets
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The KIT KAT Wafer Bar is a crisp, layered confection of light wafer biscuits enrobed in smooth milk chocolate, offering a satisfying snap with every bite. Its nutrition profile is dominated by quick-energy carbohydrates, with a significant portion coming from added sugar, making it a classic high-energy treat rather than a balanced food.
💚 Why it's loved
People love its iconic, satisfying snap and the perfect balance of airy, crispy wafer with creamy chocolate coating. It's a versatile snack that's deeply embedded in pop culture, often associated with breaks and shared moments.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
Its high sugar and refined carbohydrate content can lead to rapid blood-sugar spikes, making it a poor choice for those managing diabetes or seeking sustained energy. To counteract this, pair it with a source of protein or healthy fat (like a handful of nuts) to slow sugar absorption, and practice strict portion control by enjoying a single finger rather than the whole bar.
Key benefits
- Provides a quick source of energy from carbohydrates
- Offers a small amount of protein from wheat and milk
- The wafer texture provides a satisfying, light crunch
- A convenient, portable snack for immediate energy needs
- A familiar, comforting treat for many people
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The iconic 'Have a break, have a KIT KAT' slogan was first used in the UK in 1957, and the bar's name was originally 'Rowntree's Chocolate Crisp' before being renamed in 1937.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 1.6 g |
| Energy | 518 kcal |
| Energy | 2169 kj |
| Protein | 6.5 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 26.0 g |
| Ash | 1.3 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 64.6 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.0 g |
| Total Sugars | 48.7 g |
| Sucrose | 40.0 g |
| Glucose | 0.16 g |
| Fructose | 0.20 g |
| Lactose | 8.2 g |
| Maltose | 0.07 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Starch | 10.6 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 125 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.0 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 37.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 135 mg |
| Potassium, K | 231 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 54.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.09 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.22 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.10 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 5.0 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.12 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.21 mg |
| Niacin | 0.50 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.64 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.02 mg |
| Folate, total | 14.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 6.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 8.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 18.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 31.0 mg |
| Betaine | 6.1 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.56 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 24.0 ug |
| Retinol | 24.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 81.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 23.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.34 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 4.1 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.22 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.14 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.11 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 5.2 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0.40 ug |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 18.0 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.14 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.12 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.50 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.51 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 4.9 g |
| SFA 13:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 1.7 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 5.0 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 4.8 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.15 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 5.8 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.15 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 5.7 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c | 5.6 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.90 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.82 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.07 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.07 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 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 |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.10 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 0.10 g |
| TFA 18:1 t | 0.10 g |
| Cholesterol | 11.0 mg |
| Tryptophan | 0.09 g |
| Threonine | 0.19 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.28 g |
| Leucine | 0.52 g |
| Lysine | 0.28 g |
| Methionine | 0.16 g |
| Cystine | 0.12 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.27 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.15 g |
| Valine | 0.36 g |
| Arginine | 0.20 g |
| Histidine | 0.11 g |
| Alanine | 0.20 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.47 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.5 g |
| Glycine | 0.16 g |
| Proline | 0.65 g |
| Serine | 0.32 g |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.00 g |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 14.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 116 mg |
FAQ
Is KIT KAT a chocolate bar or a wafer bar?
It's technically classified as a wafer bar because the primary component is layers of crispy wafer biscuit, which are then coated in chocolate.
Why does a KIT KAT snap so cleanly?
The clean snap comes from the precise layering of the baked wafer sheets and the tempering of the chocolate coating, which is designed to break cleanly along the scored lines between fingers.
Are there different flavors of KIT KAT?
Yes, especially in Japan, where over 300 limited-edition flavors have been released, including matcha, sake, strawberry cheesecake, and wasabi. Standard global flavors include milk, dark, and white chocolate.