Snacks, candy bits, yogurt covered with vitamin C
Whole food · Snacks
These are small, crunchy candy bits coated in a smooth, sweet yogurt-flavored shell, often fortified with vitamin C. They offer a satisfying, melt-in-your-mouth texture with a tangy sweetness that's intensely sugary. Nutritionally, they are a high-energy, low-protein treat, delivering a significant carbohydrate and sugar load per 100 grams.
Calorie split: 0% protein · 84% carbs · 16% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love these for their addictive, crunchy-yet-creamy texture and the playful, tangy sweetness of the yogurt coating. They are a popular, nostalgic treat often enjoyed as a quick pick-me-up or a fun addition to snack mixes.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The extremely high sugar content (65g per 100g) can cause rapid blood-sugar spikes, making them unsuitable for those managing diabetes or insulin resistance. To counteract this, pair a small portion with a source of protein or healthy fat (like nuts or cheese) to slow sugar absorption, and practice strict portion control.
Key benefits
- Provides a quick source of energy from carbohydrates.
- Fortified with vitamin C, an essential antioxidant.
- Offers a convenient, portable snack format.
- The yogurt coating provides a unique, tangy flavor contrast.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The yogurt coating on these candies is typically not made from actual yogurt but is a confectionery compound made from sugar, vegetable oil, and yogurt powder or flavoring, designed to mimic the tangy taste.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 3.7 g |
| Energy | 415 kcal |
| Energy | 1737 kj |
| Protein | 0.00 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 7.5 g |
| Ash | 1.9 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 86.9 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.20 g |
| Total Sugars | 65.0 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 500 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.19 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 23.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 190 mg |
| Potassium, K | 338 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 75.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.86 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.02 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.02 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 6.0 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 180 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.08 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.34 mg |
| Niacin | 0.17 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.62 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.07 mg |
| Folate, total | 10.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 10.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 10.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 57.8 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.76 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 1.0 ug |
| Retinol | 1.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 3.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 2.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.60 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 13.5 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 1.4 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.1 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.27 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.98 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.04 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.94 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 3.9 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 3.4 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.44 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 | 3.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Snacks, corn-based, extruded, chips, plain — USDA does not publish this profile for Snacks.
| Tryptophan | 0.05 g |
| Threonine | 0.25 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.23 g |
| Leucine | 0.80 g |
| Lysine | 0.18 g |
| Methionine | 0.14 g |
| Cystine | 0.12 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.32 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.27 g |
| Valine | 0.33 g |
| Arginine | 0.33 g |
| Histidine | 0.20 g |
| Alanine | 0.49 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.46 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.2 g |
| Glycine | 0.27 g |
| Proline | 0.57 g |
| Serine | 0.31 g |
FAQ
Are these candies a good source of protein?
No, they contain 0g of protein per 100g, making them purely a carbohydrate and sugar-based snack.
Can I eat these if I'm lactose intolerant?
It depends on the brand. While many yogurt coatings are made with yogurt powder and may contain lactose, some use dairy-free alternatives. Always check the ingredient list for milk derivatives.
How does the vitamin C fortification work?
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is added to the coating or the candy itself during manufacturing. It can act as an antioxidant but is often added for marketing purposes, as the high sugar content is the primary nutritional feature.
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 4.15 kcal/g · 0% calories from protein · 0.2 g fiber · 65.0 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)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.22 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.