Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, MILKY WAY Caramels, milk chocolate covered
Whole food · Sweets
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This is a classic candy bar featuring a soft, chewy nougat and caramel center, all enrobed in a smooth, creamy milk chocolate shell. The texture is a delightful contrast between the yielding, sweet interior and the firm chocolate coating. Nutritionally, it is a dense energy source, delivering nearly 70 grams of sugar per 100g.
Calorie split: 4% protein · 59% carbs · 37% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the perfect harmony of sweet, salty caramel, mild nougat, and rich milk chocolate that delivers a comforting, nostalgic taste. Its soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture and satisfying chew make it a go-to treat for a quick indulgence.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The extremely high sugar content can lead to rapid blood sugar spikes and subsequent crashes, and it offers minimal nutritional value beyond calories. Those monitoring sugar intake, managing diabetes, or watching dental health should be cautious. To counteract, pair a small portion with a source of protein or healthy fat (like nuts) to slow sugar absorption, and practice strict portion control by choosing a fun-size bar or sharing a standard bar.
Key benefits
- Quick source of energy (463 kcal/100g)
- Provides a momentary mood boost or treat
- Contains some dairy protein from milk chocolate
- Convenient, portable snack format
- Iconic, recognizable flavor profile
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🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The Milky Way bar was actually the first filled candy bar in the U.S., created in 1923, and its name was inspired by the popular malted milk drinks of the era, not the galaxy.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 7.0 g |
| Energy | 463 kcal |
| Energy | 1938 kj |
| Protein | 4.3 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 19.2 g |
| Ash | 1.1 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 68.5 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.70 g |
| Total Sugars | 58.6 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 141 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.34 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 273 mg |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.70 mg |
| Vitamin A, IU | 262 iu |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 13.2 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.29 g |
| Cholesterol | 20.0 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
Is this the same as a Milky Way bar sold in Europe?
No. The U.S. Milky Way bar (nougat and caramel in milk chocolate) is sold as a 'Milky Way Midnight' in Europe. The standard European Milky Way is a malt-flavored nougat center covered in chocolate, similar to the U.S. 3 Musketeers bar.
What gives it the chewy texture?
The chewy, nougat-like center is made from a mixture of sugar, corn syrup, egg whites, and fats, which is whipped and cooked to create a soft, airy, yet dense texture.
How does its nutrition compare to other candy bars?
It is very similar in calorie and sugar content to other chocolate-caramel-nougat bars like Snickers or Mars bars. Its fat content is slightly lower than some nut-filled varieties, but its sugar content is among the highest.
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 4.63 kcal/g · 4% calories from protein · 0.7 g fiber · 58.6 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.