Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Peanut Chocolate Candies
Whole food · Sweets
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M&M's Peanut Chocolate Candies are a crunchy, salty-sweet confection where a roasted peanut is encased in milk chocolate and a colorful, crisp sugar shell. Each bite delivers a satisfying snap followed by a creamy, nutty center. Nutritionally, they are a high-energy, calorie-dense treat, providing a quick source of fats and carbohydrates.
Calorie split: 7% protein · 47% carbs · 46% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love the addictive combination of textures—the hard candy shell, smooth chocolate, and crunchy peanut—along with the perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors. They are a nostalgic, iconic candy often associated with sharing, movies, and casual fun.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
Due to their high sugar (50.75g per 100g) and fat content, they can cause rapid blood-sugar spikes and are not ideal for those managing diabetes or calorie intake. They are also a common allergen (peanuts, milk). To counteract, practice strict portion control (e.g., a small handful) and pair them with a source of protein or fiber (like a piece of fruit) to slow sugar absorption.
Key benefits
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates and fats
- Contains plant-based protein from peanuts
- Offers a convenient, portable snack format
- Source of some dietary fiber from peanuts
- Can serve as a morale-boosting treat
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'M' printed on each candy was originally black; it was changed to black again in 2024 after a brief, controversial switch to white.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 2.5 g |
| Energy | 515 kcal |
| Energy | 2156 kj |
| Protein | 9.6 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 26.1 g |
| Ash | 1.4 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 60.5 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 3.7 g |
| Total Sugars | 50.8 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 102 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.2 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 69.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 190 mg |
| Potassium, K | 347 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 50.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.8 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.51 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.66 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 4.1 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.06 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.11 mg |
| Niacin | 3.4 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.63 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.09 mg |
| Folate, total | 55.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 55.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 55.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 37.3 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.32 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 22.0 ug |
| Retinol | 22.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 74.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 2.9 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) | 3.0 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 10.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 108 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 10.2 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.30 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.11 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.06 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.12 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.13 g |
| SFA 13:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.40 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 4.8 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 3.9 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.10 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 8.1 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.06 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 7.9 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.13 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 3.5 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 3.4 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.02 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 | 0.33 g |
| Cholesterol | 8.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Candies, honey-combed, with peanut butter — USDA does not publish this profile for Candies.
| Tryptophan | 0.09 g |
| Threonine | 0.21 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.24 g |
| Leucine | 0.61 g |
| Lysine | 0.27 g |
| Methionine | 0.10 g |
| Cystine | 0.09 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.47 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.33 g |
| Valine | 0.31 g |
| Arginine | 1.1 g |
| Histidine | 0.22 g |
| Alanine | 0.36 g |
| Aspartic acid | 1.2 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.0 g |
| Glycine | 0.56 g |
| Proline | 0.55 g |
| Serine | 0.58 g |
FAQ
Are M&M's Peanut Chocolate Candies gluten-free?
While they don't contain gluten ingredients, they are manufactured in facilities that handle wheat, so they may not be suitable for those with celiac disease.
How many calories are in a standard serving?
A typical 1.69 oz (48g) package contains about 247 calories, with 24g of sugar and 12.5g of fat.
Can I use them in baking?
Yes, they are popular in cookies, brownies, and as mix-ins for cakes or ice cream, but they will melt and lose their candy shell crunch when heated.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 5.15 kcal/g · 7% calories from protein · 3.7 g fiber · 50.8 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.14 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.