Candies, REESE'S NUTRAGEOUS Candy Bar
Whole food · Sweets
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A candy bar that layers crispy peanut butter, crunchy peanuts, and caramel, all enrobed in smooth milk chocolate. The texture is a satisfying mix of chewy, crunchy, and creamy in every bite. Nutritionally, it's a dense energy source with a significant amount of fat and sugar per serving.
Calorie split: 8% protein · 39% carbs · 53% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the complex, indulgent flavor profile that perfectly balances sweet, salty, and nutty notes. It's a nostalgic, classic American candy bar often enjoyed as a satisfying dessert or a quick pick-me-up.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar and fat content can lead to energy spikes and crashes, making it unsuitable for those monitoring blood sugar. It also contains common allergens like peanuts and milk. To counteract, enjoy a small portion alongside a source of fiber or protein (like an apple or yogurt) to help stabilize blood sugar response.
Key benefits
- Provides a quick energy boost from carbohydrates and fats
- Contains a notable amount of protein from peanuts and peanut butter
- Offers a convenient, portable snack for on-the-go energy
- Serves as a morale-boosting treat or reward
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💡 Did you know?
The Nutrageous bar was introduced in 1994, making it a relatively modern addition to the Reese's lineup, which began with the iconic peanut butter cup in 1928.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 1.5 g |
| Energy | 517 kcal |
| Energy | 2165 kj |
| Protein | 11.3 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 32.1 g |
| Ash | 2.2 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 52.8 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 3.9 g |
| Total Sugars | 40.2 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 68.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.2 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 68.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 175 mg |
| Potassium, K | 364 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 141 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.3 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.27 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.00 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.20 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.50 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.18 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.10 mg |
| Niacin | 5.3 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.54 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.10 mg |
| Folate, total | 56.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 36.0 iu |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 8.9 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 12.6 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 8.1 g |
| Cholesterol | 3.0 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 makes Nutrageous different from a regular Reese's Peanut Butter Cup?
Nutrageous adds crunchy peanuts and a chewy caramel layer to the classic peanut butter and chocolate combination, creating a more complex texture and flavor profile.
Is it a good source of protein?
While it contains about 11g of protein per 100g (roughly 5-6g per bar), the high sugar and fat content mean it shouldn't be relied upon as a primary protein source.
Can I freeze it?
Yes, freezing is a popular way to enjoy it. The chocolate and caramel become firmer, and the texture turns more like a candy bark, which some people prefer.
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 5.17 kcal/g · 9% calories from protein · 3.9 g fiber · 40.2 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: 0.39 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.