Candies, milk chocolate coated raisins
Whole food · Sweets
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Milk chocolate-coated raisins are plump, juicy raisins enrobed in a smooth, sweet layer of milk chocolate, offering a delightful contrast between the chewy, fruity interior and the creamy, melting exterior. Nutritionally, they are a calorie-dense treat, packing a significant amount of sugar and fat into a small serving, but they do provide some fiber and a touch of protein from the raisins and milk solids.
Calorie split: 4% protein · 65% carbs · 31% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love them for the perfect marriage of two classics: the wholesome, tangy sweetness of a raisin and the rich, comforting creaminess of milk chocolate. They are a beloved, portable treat for movie nights, hiking, or a quick energy boost, and are a nostalgic staple in candy aisles worldwide.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
Due to their high sugar and calorie content, they can cause rapid blood-sugar spikes and are easy to overeat, which is a concern for those managing diabetes or weight. To counteract this, practice strict portion control by pre-portioning into small bags, and always pair them with a source of protein or healthy fat (like a handful of almonds or a cheese stick) to slow sugar absorption and increase satiety.
Key benefits
- Quick source of energy from natural fruit sugars and carbohydrates.
- Contains dietary fiber from the raisins, which can aid digestion.
- Provides small amounts of minerals like iron and potassium from the raisins.
- Offers a convenient and satisfying sweet snack with a mix of textures.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The process of coating raisins in chocolate is called 'panning,' where raisins are tumbled in a large drum while chocolate is slowly added, building up the coating layer by layer.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 11.2 g |
| Energy | 390 kcal |
| Energy | 1631 kj |
| Protein | 4.1 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 14.8 g |
| Ash | 1.5 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 68.4 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 3.1 g |
| Total Sugars | 62.2 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 86.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.7 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 45.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 143 mg |
| Potassium, K | 514 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 36.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.3 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.37 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.36 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 2.6 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.20 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.08 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.16 mg |
| Niacin | 0.40 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.26 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.07 mg |
| Folate, total | 8.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 7.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 7.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 26.3 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.37 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 29.0 ug |
| Retinol | 29.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 91.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 3.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.29 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) | 3.9 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 10.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 122 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 10.3 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.36 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.13 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.14 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.15 g |
| SFA 13:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.47 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 4.3 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 4.4 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.12 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 3.1 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.10 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 3.0 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.57 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.53 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.04 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 |
| Cholesterol | 3.0 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 milk chocolate raisins a healthy snack?
While they contain raisins, which offer fiber and nutrients, the high added sugar and fat content from the milk chocolate make them a treat best enjoyed in moderation, not a health food.
How should I store them?
Store them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent the chocolate from melting or blooming (developing a white film). An airtight container is ideal.
Can I use them in baking?
Absolutely! They are a popular addition to cookies, scones, muffins, and breads. Fold them into the batter near the end of mixing to prevent the chocolate from melting too much.
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 3.90 kcal/g · 4% calories from protein · 3.1 g fiber · 62.2 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: 0.07 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.