Chocolate candy, caramel filled with nuts
Common food
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A decadent bite of smooth milk chocolate encasing a golden, buttery caramel core studded with crunchy roasted nuts. The texture is a delightful contrast: the snap of the chocolate shell gives way to a viscous, sweet caramel and the satisfying crunch of nuts. Nutritionally, it's an energy-dense treat, with carbohydrates from sugar and fat from chocolate and nuts providing most of its 484 kcal per 100g.
Calorie split: 6% protein · 52% carbs · 42% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People adore the perfect trifecta of textures and flavors: the rich chocolate, the buttery-sweet caramel, and the savory crunch of nuts. It's a beloved comfort food and a popular choice for celebrations, movie snacks, and gifting across many cultures.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
This is a high-sugar, high-calorie treat that can cause rapid blood-sugar spikes and is not suitable for those managing diabetes or caloric intake. It contains common allergens like nuts, dairy, and soy. To counteract, practice strict portion control (e.g., one small piece) 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
- Quick source of energy from carbohydrates and fats
- Contains some plant-based protein from nuts
- Provides dietary fiber, primarily from the nuts
- Can offer a mood boost and satisfy sweet cravings
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The first caramel-filled chocolate candy, the Goo Goo Cluster, was invented in Nashville, Tennessee in 1912 and was marketed as 'a nourishing lunch' for children.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 4.0 g |
| Energy | 484 kcal |
| Protein | 7.4 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 23.1 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 63.6 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.5 g |
| Total Sugars | 54.1 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 165 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.5 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 53.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 183 mg |
| Potassium, K | 330 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 133 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.7 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.32 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 3.8 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.10 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.11 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.28 mg |
| Niacin | 1.0 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.06 mg |
| Folate, total | 13.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 13.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 13.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 33.7 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.56 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 40.0 ug |
| Retinol | 39.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 1.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 4.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.71 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 4.0 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 12.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 123 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 12.4 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.23 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.06 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.16 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.16 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.78 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 5.9 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 4.9 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 6.2 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.28 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 5.4 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 2.5 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 2.4 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.08 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 |
| Cholesterol | 16.0 mg |
FAQ
Is this candy a good source of protein?
While it contains some protein from the nuts (7.42g per 100g), it is not considered a significant protein source. The protein is incidental to the nuts and caramel, and the high sugar and fat content far outweigh its protein benefits.
Why does it have so much sugar?
The sugar content (54.07g per 100g) comes from multiple sources: the chocolate itself, the caramel (which is primarily sugar cooked with butter and cream), and often added sugars in the nut coating. This combination makes it an extremely sweet, energy-dense food.
Can I eat this if I have a nut allergy?
Absolutely not. Chocolate candy with caramel and nuts is a major allergen risk. It contains nuts and is almost always manufactured on shared equipment with other nuts, posing a severe risk for those with allergies. Always check the label for specific allergen warnings.
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 4.84 kcal/g · 6% calories from protein · 2.5 g fiber · 54.1 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: 0.40 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.