Candies, milk chocolate coated coffee beans
Whole food · Sweets
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A crunchy, addictive confection of whole roasted coffee beans enrobed in a thick layer of sweet, creamy milk chocolate. The initial snap of the chocolate gives way to the robust, slightly bitter crunch of the bean, creating a bold, coffee-forward flavor. Nutritionally, it's a dense energy source, packing significant calories, sugar, and fat in a small serving.
Calorie split: 5% protein · 40% carbs · 54% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People adore the intense, dual-texture experience—the smooth chocolate melt followed by the satisfying coffee crunch. It's a beloved treat for coffee purists and a popular, energizing snack or gift item.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar and calorie content can lead to energy spikes and crashes, and the caffeine may affect sensitive individuals. To mitigate, practice strict portion control (e.g., a single serving) and pair with a source of protein or fat to slow sugar absorption.
Key benefits
- Provides a quick energy boost from carbohydrates and fats
- Contains antioxidants from both coffee and cocoa
- Offers a small amount of dietary fiber
- Combines the alertness effect of caffeine with the pleasure of chocolate
- Serves as a potent, portion-controlled flavor enhancer in baking
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The caffeine content in these beans can vary significantly; a single milk chocolate-covered coffee bean can contain about 6-12 mg of caffeine, roughly equivalent to a small sip of brewed coffee.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 2.4 g |
| Energy | 549 kcal |
| Energy | 2298 kj |
| Protein | 7.4 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 33.2 g |
| Ash | 1.8 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 55.3 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 5.7 g |
| Total Sugars | 50.8 g |
| Sucrose | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 169 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.3 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 64.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 188 mg |
| Potassium, K | 413 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 70.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.0 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.49 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.54 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 4.3 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.10 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.32 mg |
| Niacin | 0.33 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.45 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.03 mg |
| Folate, total | 10.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 10.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 10.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 40.5 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.65 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 51.0 ug |
| Retinol | 51.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 168 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 5.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.44 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 5.4 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 800 mg |
| Theobromine | 178 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 18.1 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.63 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.23 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.13 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.25 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.27 g |
| SFA 13:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.83 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.09 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 7.7 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.08 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 7.7 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.23 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 13.7 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.20 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.39 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.06 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 13.1 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.3 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 1.2 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.07 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 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 0.00 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
How much caffeine is in a serving?
A typical 40g serving (about 15 beans) can contain 80-160 mg of caffeine, comparable to a cup of coffee, depending on the bean and chocolate thickness.
Are these a good pre-workout snack?
They can be, due to the quick energy from sugar and the stimulant effect of caffeine. However, the high fat content may cause sluggishness for some; a smaller portion 30-45 minutes before exercise is advisable.
How should I store them?
Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container to prevent the chocolate from melting or the beans from losing their crunch. Refrigeration can cause condensation and sugar bloom.
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 5.49 kcal/g · 5% calories from protein · 5.7 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: 0.17 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.