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Canga Original Calories
Chocolate bar with peanut and caramel filling
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (whole) of Canga Original (45 g) has 231 calories. That works out to 514 calories per 100 g. It contains 26 g of carbs, 3.7 g of protein, 12.8 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 74.3 mg of Phosphorus covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Canga Original Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (whole) · 45 g
231
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
26g
· 9% DV
Protein
3.7g
· 7% DV
Fat
12.8g
· 16% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 6% · Fat 50%
Canga Original nutrition facts table · 1 piece (whole) (45 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 231 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.8 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 5.67 g | 28% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 95 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 26 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Canga Original?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (whole) | 45 g | 231 kcal |
| 1 piece (quarter) | 12 g | 62 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 23 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 45 g | 231 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 45 g | 231 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 90 g | 463 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 514 kcal |
Calculated from 514 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Canga Original
What is inside Canga Original?
Canga Original is a chocolate bar with a peanut and caramel filling. The exact coating and filling ingredients can vary by formulation, so use the ingredient list on the current package for the full details.
How is Canga Original different from Snickers?
Both are chocolate bars featuring peanuts and caramel, but their recipes, textures and flavor balance are not identical. Canga Original is its own product, so it should not be assumed to have the same filling or proportions as Snickers.
How should you store Canga Original?
Keep Canga Original in its wrapper in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Warm conditions can soften the chocolate and make the caramel stickier, while a sealed wrapper helps protect it from moisture and odors.
Why does Canga Original sometimes have a white coating?
A whitish film on Canga Original is usually chocolate bloom: fat or sugar has migrated to the surface, often after temperature changes. It can affect the bar’s appearance and texture; also check that the wrapper is intact.
Can you put Canga Original in the refrigerator?
You usually do not need to refrigerate Canga Original, and moisture or cold can affect chocolate’s surface and texture. If the room is very warm, chill it in its wrapper and let it sit briefly before eating.
Can Canga Original be used in baking?
Yes, you can chop Canga Original into cookie or cake batter, but its caramel filling may soften and spread as it heats. Add the pieces near the end of mixing to keep distinct pockets of chocolate and filling.
Can you freeze Canga Original?
Yes, Canga Original can be frozen, though its chocolate may look or feel different after thawing. Wrap it airtight and thaw it gradually in the refrigerator; repeated freezing and thawing can further affect the texture.
How do you store Canga Original after opening?
Wrap the opened Canga Original tightly and keep it somewhere cool and dry. Limiting air exposure helps prevent the chocolate from absorbing nearby odors and the caramel from drying or becoming firmer.
Can people with diabetes eat Canga Original?
Canga Original contains sugar and carbohydrates and can raise blood glucose. The right portion depends on an individual’s diabetes management and meal plan, so ask your diabetes care professional how to fit it in.
Is Canga Original a good everyday snack for children?
Canga Original can be an occasional treat for children, but it is not a good everyday snack. It is a sweet chocolate bar, so offer more nourishing regular snacks such as fruit or yogurt instead.
Canga Original Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.86mg · 6% DV
B3
0.72mg · 5% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
B5
0.19mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
74mg · 11% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.14mg · 6% DV
Magnesium
19mg · 5% DV
Sodium
95mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
115mg · 3% DV
Canga Original Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Canga Original
To burn the 231 calories in 1 piece (whole) (45 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Canga Original?
Canga Original is a packaged chocolate bar with a peanut-and-caramel filling. Its sweet coating gives way to soft, chewy caramel and the roasted, nutty taste of peanuts. It works as a grab-and-go snack, a small treat with coffee or tea, or something sweet after a meal; the individual bar is easy to take along.
It is energy-dense, with much of its energy coming from carbohydrates and fat, while the peanuts contribute some protein. There are 514 kcal per 100 g. If you want a lighter snack, share the bar or enjoy part of it with unsweetened tea or coffee rather than pairing it with another sweet.
How Nutritious Is Canga Original?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Canga Original Processed?
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Canga Original Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Canga Original Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Canga Original Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.67g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 216:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (216:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.