Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, TWIX Caramel Cookie Bars
Whole food · Sweets
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A classic candy bar featuring a crunchy biscuit base topped with a layer of chewy caramel and coated in milk chocolate. The texture is a satisfying contrast of crisp cookie, gooey caramel, and smooth chocolate. Nutritionally, it is a high-energy treat, with over 60% of its calories coming from carbohydrates, primarily sugar.
Calorie split: 4% protein · 52% carbs · 45% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love the iconic trio of textures—crunchy biscuit, chewy caramel, and smooth chocolate—that creates a deeply satisfying mouthfeel. It's a nostalgic comfort food, often associated with movie theaters and childhood, making it a go-to for a quick, indulgent pick-me-up.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar and fat content can lead to a rapid blood-sugar spike followed by a crash, making it unsuitable for those managing diabetes or seeking sustained energy. To mitigate this, pair a small portion with a source of protein or healthy fat (like a handful of nuts) to slow digestion, and consume it mindfully rather than as a regular snack.
Key benefits
- Provides a quick energy boost from simple carbohydrates.
- Contains a small amount of protein from the biscuit and milk chocolate.
- Offers a familiar, comforting treat that can boost mood.
- Convenient, pre-portioned snack format.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The original Twix bar was introduced in the UK in 1967 under the name 'Raider' before being rebranded as 'Twix' in 1979.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 4.2 g |
| Energy | 502 kcal |
| Energy | 2102 kj |
| Protein | 4.9 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 24.9 g |
| Ash | 1.2 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 64.8 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.1 g |
| Total Sugars | 48.3 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 106 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.81 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 27.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 105 mg |
| Potassium, K | 186 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 198 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.1 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.20 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.27 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 4.3 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.60 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.15 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.21 mg |
| Niacin | 1.1 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.27 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.03 mg |
| Folate, total | 26.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 18.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 9.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 39.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 20.9 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.33 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 20.0 ug |
| Retinol | 20.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 67.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 5.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.74 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) | 5.6 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 7.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 70.0 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 19.0 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.24 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.12 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.48 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.51 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 6.6 g |
| SFA 13:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 2.5 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 3.8 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 4.6 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.08 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 3.0 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.04 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.08 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 2.9 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.63 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.59 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.03 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 | 0.34 g |
| Cholesterol | 7.0 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 Twix a cookie or a candy bar?
It's officially classified as a 'cookie bar' because of its biscuit base, but it's widely sold and consumed as a candy bar.
Does Twix contain nuts?
The standard Twix bar does not contain nuts, but it is manufactured in facilities that may process other products with nuts, so cross-contamination is possible.
How does Twix compare nutritionally to other candy bars?
Twix is similar in calories and sugar to other chocolate-caramel bars like Milky Way or Mars Bar, but its biscuit base adds a distinct texture and slightly more carbohydrates.
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 5.02 kcal/g · 4% calories from protein · 1.1 g fiber · 48.3 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: 1.06 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.