Candies, MR. GOODBAR Chocolate Bar
Whole food · Sweets
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Mr. Goodbar is a classic American candy bar featuring a solid milk chocolate shell studded with crunchy, roasted peanuts. The texture is a satisfying snap of chocolate giving way to the firm, nutty interior. Nutritionally, it's a calorie-dense treat with a significant amount of sugar and fat, though the peanuts provide a modest boost of protein.
Calorie split: 7% protein · 39% carbs · 54% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love the iconic, simple combination of sweet milk chocolate and salty, crunchy peanuts, which delivers a classic flavor and texture contrast. It's a nostalgic treat deeply embedded in American candy culture, often associated with movies, convenience stores, and childhood memories.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar and fat content can lead to rapid blood sugar spikes and is not suitable for those monitoring caloric intake or managing diabetes. Peanuts are a common allergen, and the bar offers little nutritional density beyond its calories. To counteract, practice strict portion control (e.g., half a bar) and pair it with a source of fiber or protein, like an apple or a handful of almonds, to slow sugar absorption.
Key benefits
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates and fats
- Contains plant-based protein from peanuts
- Offers a convenient, portable snack
- Source of some dietary fiber from peanuts
- Can serve as a morale-boosting comfort food
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The Mr. Goodbar brand was introduced by Hershey in 1925, and its name was inspired by a popular song of the era titled 'My Good Gal.'
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 0.45 g |
| Energy | 538 kcal |
| Energy | 2252 kj |
| Protein | 10.2 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 33.2 g |
| Ash | 1.5 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 54.3 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 3.8 g |
| Total Sugars | 47.2 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 110 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.4 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 47.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 163 mg |
| Potassium, K | 394 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 41.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.93 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.17 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.00 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.90 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.14 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.14 mg |
| Niacin | 3.4 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.42 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.07 mg |
| Folate, total | 38.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 38.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 38.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 47.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.33 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 35.0 ug |
| Retinol | 35.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 115 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 5.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 3.2 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) | 3.6 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 18.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 198 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 14.1 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.34 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.12 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.13 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.15 g |
| SFA 13:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.46 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 6.7 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 5.7 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.12 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 8.2 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.05 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 8.0 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.13 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 4.4 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 4.4 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.00 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 | 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
Is Mr. Goodbar the same as a PayDay candy bar?
No. While both contain peanuts, a PayDay is a nougat and caramel bar rolled in peanuts, with no chocolate coating. Mr. Goodbar is specifically milk chocolate with peanuts embedded inside.
Does it contain real peanuts or peanut butter?
It contains whole, roasted peanuts mixed into the chocolate, not a peanut butter filling.
Is this a good source of protein?
It provides about 10g of protein per 100g, which is moderate for a candy bar. However, the high sugar and fat mean it's not an efficient or recommended protein source compared to whole foods like nuts, yogurt, or lean meat.
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 5.38 kcal/g · 8% calories from protein · 3.8 g fiber · 47.2 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: 0.10 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.