Candies, NESTLE, CRUNCH Bar and Dessert Topping
Whole food · Sweets
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A crispy, chocolate-flavored confection made from puffed rice coated in milk chocolate, famously known for its satisfying crunch. It doubles as a dessert topping, adding a sweet, textured layer to sundaes and ice cream. Nutritionally, it's a high-energy, sugar-dense treat with minimal protein and fiber.
Calorie split: 4% protein · 51% carbs · 45% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the unique combination of airy, crispy puffed rice and smooth, sweet milk chocolate. Its nostalgic appeal and versatility make it a fun, indulgent treat for all ages.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
It is very high in sugar (55g per 100g) and low in protein/fiber, which can cause rapid blood-sugar spikes. To counteract this, pair it with a source of protein or fat (like nuts or yogurt) and practice strict portion control (e.g., stick to a single 15g bar).
Key benefits
- Provides a quick source of energy from carbohydrates and fat
- Offers a satisfying, textural crunch experience
- Convenient, portable snack format
- Versatile as both a standalone bar and a dessert topping
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The Crunch Bar was first introduced in 1938 in the United States, and its signature puffed rice texture was originally designed to mimic the sound of a 'crunch' when bitten.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 0.65 g |
| Energy | 500 kcal |
| Energy | 2092 kj |
| Protein | 5.0 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 26.0 g |
| Ash | 1.4 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 67.0 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.9 g |
| Total Sugars | 55.0 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 100 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.70 mg |
| Potassium, K | 305 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 150 mg |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.50 mg |
| Vitamin A, IU | 107 iu |
| Caffeine | 30.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 168 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 16.0 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.14 g |
| Cholesterol | 13.0 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 Crunch Bar gluten-free?
No, it typically contains wheat flour and is not considered gluten-free.
Can Crunch Bar be used as a dessert topping?
Yes, it's commonly crushed and sprinkled over ice cream, sundaes, and cakes for added texture and flavor.
What is the main ingredient in a Crunch Bar?
The main ingredients are sugar, chocolate, and puffed rice.
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 5.00 kcal/g · 4% calories from protein · 1.9 g fiber · 55.0 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)
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.49 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.