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The Milky Way Midnight Bar is a decadent candy bar featuring a dark, nougat-flavored center enrobed in rich, dark chocolate. It offers a chewy, airy texture with a deep cocoa flavor profile, distinct from the classic milk chocolate version. Nutritionally, it is a high-energy treat, primarily composed of carbohydrates and fats, with a significant sugar content of nearly 58g per 100g.
Calorie split: 3% protein · 63% carbs · 35% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the unique, less sweet, and more complex flavor of the dark chocolate coating paired with the familiar, soft nougat center. It's a nostalgic favorite and a go-to for a quick, indulgent pick-me-up.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (57.81g/100g) can lead to rapid blood-sugar spikes and crashes, making it unsuitable for those monitoring glucose levels. It is also a common allergen, containing milk, soy, and may contain peanuts. To counteract sugar spikes, enjoy a small portion (like half a bar) alongside a source of protein or fat, such as a handful of nuts or a piece of cheese, to slow absorption.
Key benefits
- Provides a quick source of energy (443 kcal/100g)
- Contains dark chocolate, which offers some antioxidants
- Offers a satisfying, chewy texture for a treat
- Convenient, individually wrapped snack format
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'Midnight' version was introduced in 2000 as a darker, more 'sophisticated' alternative to the original 1923 Milky Way, which was itself inspired by the popular malted milk drinks of the era.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 7.2 g |
| Energy | 443 kcal |
| Energy | 1855 kj |
| Protein | 3.2 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 17.5 g |
| Ash | 1.0 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 71.2 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.9 g |
| Total Sugars | 57.8 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 53.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.2 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 58.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 75.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 196 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 168 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.89 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.34 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.39 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 2.5 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.20 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.04 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.06 mg |
| Niacin | 0.22 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.08 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.02 mg |
| Folate, total | 7.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 7.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 7.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 16.8 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.04 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 42.0 ug |
| Retinol | 42.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 10.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 155 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 6.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.39 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) | 3.5 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 30.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 238 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 11.5 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.13 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.08 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.10 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.11 g |
| SFA 13:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.36 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 4.8 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 5.6 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.14 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 4.6 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.06 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 4.6 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.51 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.47 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.05 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 | 0.18 g |
| Cholesterol | 10.0 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
How does the Milky Way Midnight differ from the regular Milky Way?
The Midnight version uses dark chocolate for the coating and a darker, cocoa-infused nougat center, resulting in a less sweet, more intense chocolate flavor compared to the milk chocolate and plain nougat of the classic bar.
Is this candy bar gluten-free?
The standard recipe does not list gluten-containing ingredients, but it is manufactured on equipment that also processes wheat. Individuals with severe gluten sensitivities or celiac disease should check the packaging for specific allergen statements and facility information.
What is nougat?
Nougat is a confection made from sugar, honey, and egg whites, whipped into a light, chewy foam. The nougat in a Milky Way bar is a soft, aerated version that provides the bar's signature chewy texture.
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 4.43 kcal/g · 3% calories from protein · 2.9 g fiber · 57.8 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: 0.86 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.