Formulated bar, MARS SNACKFOOD US, COCOAVIA, Chocolate Blueberry Snack Bar
Whole food · Snacks
This is a dense, chewy snack bar from MARS SNACKFOOD US, designed as a functional treat with a deep, dark chocolate coating and a soft, fruity blueberry-flavored center. It offers a sweet, rich chocolate taste balanced by a mild berry note, with a texture that is firm yet yielding. Nutritionally, it provides a significant carbohydrate boost from sugars and starches, with a modest amount of protein and fiber.
Calorie split: 7% protein · 68% carbs · 25% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its indulgent, dessert-like taste that satisfies chocolate cravings in a convenient bar form. It's often enjoyed as a quick energy boost or a sweet treat that feels more substantial than a simple candy bar.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (33.4g per 100g) can lead to rapid blood-sugar spikes and subsequent energy crashes, making it a poor choice for those monitoring glycemic response or seeking sustained energy. To counteract this, pair it with a source of protein or healthy fat (like a handful of nuts) and practice strict portion control, treating it as an occasional indulgence rather than a daily snack.
Key benefits
- Provides a quick source of energy (325 kcal per 100g)
- Contains dietary fiber (4.6g per 100g)
- Offers a convenient, portable snack format
- Includes cocoa-derived flavonoids from its chocolate content
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🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The COCOAVIA line was developed by Mars to specifically highlight the flavanol content found in cocoa, which is often lost in heavily processed chocolate products.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 20.1 g |
| Energy | 325 kcal |
| Energy | 1360 kj |
| Protein | 6.2 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 9.3 g |
| Ash | 5.0 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 57.9 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 4.6 g |
| Total Sugars | 33.4 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 1207 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.9 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 260 mg |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 42.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 1.4 mg |
| Folate, total | 273 ug |
| Folic acid | 273 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 464 ug |
| Vitamin B-12 | 4.1 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 32.0 iu |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 3.9 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.04 g |
| Cholesterol | 2.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Formulated bar, MARS SNACKFOOD US, SNICKERS MARATHON Energy Bar, all flavors — USDA does not publish this profile for Formulated bar.
| Tryptophan | 0.22 g |
| Threonine | 0.68 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.83 g |
| Leucine | 1.4 g |
| Lysine | 0.97 g |
| Methionine | 0.27 g |
| Cystine | 0.24 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.98 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.74 g |
| Valine | 0.90 g |
| Arginine | 1.7 g |
| Histidine | 0.48 g |
| Alanine | 0.76 g |
| Aspartic acid | 2.2 g |
| Glutamic acid | 3.8 g |
| Glycine | 0.88 g |
| Proline | 1.1 g |
| Serine | 0.97 g |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.00 g |
FAQ
Is this a healthy snack bar?
While it contains cocoa flavonoids and some fiber, its high sugar and calorie content position it more as an occasional treat or energy-dense snack rather than a core health food.
What is the main flavor profile?
The dominant flavor is rich, dark chocolate, with a secondary, mild sweetness from the blueberry-flavored filling. The texture is chewy and dense.
Can I eat this if I'm sensitive to caffeine?
Yes, as the cocoa content provides only a minimal amount of caffeine, unlikely to cause effects for most people with sensitivities.
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 3.25 kcal/g · 8% calories from protein · 4.6 g fiber · 33.4 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.