Snacks, granola bars, soft, almond, confectioners coating
Whole food · Snacks
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This is a soft, chewy granola bar, generously studded with almonds and enrobed in a sweet, creamy confectioners' coating. The texture is a delightful contrast between the dense, oaty base and the smooth, melt-in-your-mouth shell. Nutritionally, it's a high-energy, carbohydrate-dense snack with a notable sugar content.
Calorie split: 8% protein · 53% carbs · 40% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the satisfying combination of textures—the soft chew, crunchy nuts, and smooth coating—and the comforting, sweet almond flavor that feels like an indulgent treat. It's a beloved, convenient pick-me-up for busy days or a nostalgic snack.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (34g per 100g) can lead to blood-sugar spikes, and the calorie density makes overconsumption easy. Those with nut allergies must avoid it entirely. To counteract, pair it with a source of protein or fat (like Greek yogurt) to slow sugar absorption, practice strict portion control (stick to a single bar), and consider it an occasional treat rather than a daily staple.
Key benefits
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates
- Contains dietary fiber from oats and almonds
- Offers plant-based protein from almonds and grains
- Convenient, portable, and shelf-stable
- Satisfies sweet cravings with a familiar flavor profile
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'confectioners coating' is technically not chocolate because it uses vegetable fat instead of cocoa butter, allowing it to set firmly at room temperature without tempering.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 8.7 g |
| Energy | 455 kcal |
| Energy | 1903 kj |
| Protein | 8.6 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 20.0 g |
| Ash | 2.5 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 60.1 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 4.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 34.0 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 136 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.5 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 95.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 192 mg |
| Potassium, K | 320 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 486 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.4 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.34 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.93 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 6.5 ug |
| Fluoride, F | 2.5 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.20 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.10 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.36 mg |
| Niacin | 1.3 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.38 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.07 mg |
| Folate, total | 18.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 18.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 18.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 27.1 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.14 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 5.0 ug |
| Retinol | 5.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 1.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 19.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 15.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 7.6 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.08 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 0.19 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.01 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.06 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 K (phylloquinone) | 1.5 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 5.7 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.18 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.21 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 2.4 g |
| SFA 13:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.91 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.5 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.39 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 9.5 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.08 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 9.4 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 3.6 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 3.6 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 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 |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.01 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 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
Is this a healthy snack?
It's better categorized as an 'energy-dense' or 'occasional' snack. While it provides quick energy and some nutrients like fiber and protein, its high sugar and calorie content mean it should be enjoyed in moderation, not as a health food.
What makes the coating different from chocolate?
The confectioners coating is a 'compound coating' that uses palm kernel oil or other vegetable fats instead of cocoa butter. This gives it a similar appearance and sweetness to chocolate but a different melting point and mouthfeel.
How can I make it a more balanced snack?
Pair it with a food rich in protein or healthy fat, such as a hard-boiled egg, a cheese stick, or a handful of plain nuts. This combination can help stabilize blood sugar levels and increase satiety.
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 4.55 kcal/g · 8% calories from protein · 4.3 g fiber · 34.0 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: 1.52 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.