Candies, REESE'S, FAST BREAK, milk chocolate peanut butter and soft nougats
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REESE'S FAST BREAK is a candy bar featuring a soft nougat center layered with peanut butter and coated in milk chocolate. The texture is a satisfying mix of chewy nougat, creamy peanut butter, and smooth chocolate. Per 100g, it provides a substantial 474 kcal, primarily from 61.6g of carbohydrates (including 53.08g of sugar) and 23.42g of fat, with 8.66g of protein.
Calorie split: 7% protein · 50% carbs · 43% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the classic, indulgent combination of sweet milk chocolate, rich peanut butter, and soft nougat, which delivers a powerful and comforting flavor hit. It's a nostalgic treat often enjoyed as a quick energy boost or a satisfying dessert.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
Due to its very high sugar (53.08g/100g) and fat content, it can cause rapid blood-sugar spikes and is not suitable for those monitoring caloric or sugar intake. It also contains common allergens (peanuts, milk, soy). To mitigate, enjoy a small portion (e.g., one mini bar) and pair it with a source of fiber or protein, like a handful of almonds or a piece of fruit, to slow sugar absorption.
Key benefits
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates.
- Contains a moderate amount of plant-based protein from peanuts.
- Offers a familiar, comforting flavor profile.
- Convenient, shelf-stable, and portable snack.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The original REESE'S Peanut Butter Cup was created in 1928 by H.B. Reese, a dairy farmer and shipping foreman for Milton S. Hershey, founder of The Hershey Company.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 4.1 g |
| Energy | 474 kcal |
| Energy | 1985 kj |
| Protein | 8.7 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 23.4 g |
| Ash | 2.0 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 61.6 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.9 g |
| Total Sugars | 53.1 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 61.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.96 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 48.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 130 mg |
| Potassium, K | 284 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 330 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.94 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.18 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.00 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.40 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.13 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.10 mg |
| Niacin | 3.6 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.42 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.07 mg |
| Folate, total | 39.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 39.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 40.0 iu |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 8.2 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 8.9 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 4.3 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 4.0 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
What is the main difference between a REESE'S FAST BREAK and a classic REESE'S Peanut Butter Cup?
The FAST BREAK features a soft nougat layer in addition to the peanut butter and chocolate, whereas the classic cup is simply peanut butter encased in chocolate.
Is REESE'S FAST BREAK suitable for vegetarians?
While it contains no meat, its suitability depends on the specific vegetarian diet. It contains dairy (milk chocolate) and may use sugar processed with bone char, which strict vegans avoid. Always check the ingredient list.
How should I store this candy bar?
Store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and strong odors. If it melts, you can refrigerate it, but note that the texture may become slightly firmer.
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 4.74 kcal/g · 7% calories from protein · 2.9 g fiber · 53.1 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: 1.16 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.