Candies, NESTLE, BABY RUTH Bar
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The Baby Ruth bar is a classic American candy bar featuring a chewy nougat center, a layer of caramel, and crunchy roasted peanuts, all coated in rich milk chocolate. It offers a satisfying mix of textures: soft, sticky, and crunchy in every bite. Nutritionally, it's a calorie-dense treat, packing 475 kcal per 100g, with most of its energy coming from carbohydrates (64.8g) and fat (21.6g).
Calorie split: 5% protein · 55% carbs · 41% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love the Baby Ruth for its iconic, indulgent combination of sweet, salty, and nutty flavors that hit multiple pleasure points at once. Its substantial size and hearty texture make it feel like a more filling and satisfying candy bar than a simple chocolate treat.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
With 54g of sugar per 100g, it can cause significant blood-sugar spikes, making it a poor choice for individuals managing diabetes or insulin resistance. It's also high in calories and fat, so overconsumption can contribute to weight gain. To mitigate, enjoy a small portion (like half a bar) and pair it with a source of protein or fiber, like a handful of almonds or a piece of fruit, to slow sugar absorption.
Key benefits
- Provides a quick source of energy from carbohydrates and fats
- Contains some protein (5.4g per 100g) from peanuts
- Offers a satisfying sensory experience with multiple textures
- A familiar, comforting treat for many with nostalgic appeal
- Peanuts contribute small amounts of minerals like magnesium
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The Baby Ruth bar is not named after the famous baseball player Babe Ruth, as the company has always claimed; instead, it was likely named after Ruth Cleveland, the daughter of President Grover Cleveland.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 7.0 g |
| Energy | 475 kcal |
| Energy | 1988 kj |
| Protein | 5.4 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 21.6 g |
| Ash | 1.2 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 64.8 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.0 g |
| Total Sugars | 54.0 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 47.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.63 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 43.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 94.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 249 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 230 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.72 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.23 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.35 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 2.5 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.06 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.12 mg |
| Niacin | 1.3 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.33 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.04 mg |
| Folate, total | 12.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 12.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 12.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 34.9 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.06 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.93 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) | 2.3 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 4.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 119 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 12.1 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.06 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.68 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.57 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 6.4 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 2.3 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.5 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.53 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 5.6 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 5.5 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.10 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 2.6 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 2.6 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 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 | 0.05 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
Is the Baby Ruth bar gluten-free?
No, it typically contains barley malt, which is a source of gluten. It is not considered a safe option for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
Does it contain common allergens?
Yes, it contains peanuts and milk. It is manufactured in facilities that may also process soy, wheat, and other tree nuts, posing a cross-contamination risk.
How does its nutrition compare to a Snickers bar?
They are very similar. A Baby Ruth has slightly more calories and fat per 100g, while a Snickers typically has a bit more protein due to its higher nougat content. Both are high-sugar, energy-dense treats.
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 4.75 kcal/g · 5% calories from protein · 2.0 g fiber · 54.0 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: 0.92 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.