Candies, NESTLE, AFTER EIGHT Mints
Whole food · Sweets
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After Eight Mints are elegant, thin squares of dark chocolate enrobing a cool, creamy mint fondant. They deliver a satisfying snap followed by a smooth, intensely refreshing peppermint experience. Nutritionally, they are a high-sugar, energy-dense treat, with a 100g serving providing over a quarter of the daily recommended intake for sugar.
Calorie split: 2% protein · 74% carbs · 25% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People adore the sophisticated contrast between the rich, slightly bitter dark chocolate and the sharp, cooling mint center. They are a cultural staple for after-dinner elegance, often served with coffee or as a light, palate-cleansing finish to a meal.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (66.6g per 100g) can cause rapid blood-sugar spikes, making them unsuitable for diabetics or those monitoring sugar intake. To mitigate this, enjoy just one or two mints after a balanced meal containing protein and fat to slow sugar absorption. The chocolate also contains cocoa solids, which may be a concern for those sensitive to oxalates.
Key benefits
- Provides a quick source of energy from carbohydrates
- Contains a small amount of dietary fiber
- Offers a moment of indulgence and stress relief
- Often enjoyed as a low-calorie dessert alternative when portion-controlled
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🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
Despite their name, After Eight Mints were originally marketed as an after-dinner mint, but their launch in 1959 was specifically timed for 8 PM to capture the post-evening-meal occasion.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 6.3 g |
| Energy | 432 kcal |
| Energy | 1807 kj |
| Protein | 1.7 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 11.9 g |
| Ash | 0.60 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 79.5 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.4 g |
| Total Sugars | 66.6 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 13.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.57 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 1.0 mg |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 8.3 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 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 After Eight Mints gluten-free?
The ingredients list does not typically include gluten-containing grains, but they are produced in a facility that may handle wheat. For strict gluten-free needs, check the specific packaging for allergen warnings.
How should I store After Eight Mints?
Store them in a cool, dry place. To prevent the mint fondant from becoming too soft or the chocolate from blooming, avoid warm temperatures. Refrigeration can make the chocolate coating less crisp.
Can I use After Eight Mints in baking?
Yes, they are excellent melted into brownie batter, crushed into cookie dough, or used as a filling for cakes. Their strong mint flavor holds up well to baking.
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 4.32 kcal/g · 2% calories from protein · 2.4 g fiber · 66.6 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.