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Peanut, caramel and chocolate bar
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Snickers Bar (50 g) has 244 calories. That works out to 488 calories per 100 g. It contains 29.8 g of carbs, 4.4 g of protein, 11.1 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 60 mg of Phosphorus covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 43 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
A Snickers Bar layers soft nougat, caramel and peanuts beneath a milk-chocolate coating. It is a packaged candy bar, known for combining a chewy centre with crunchy nuts and a smooth chocolate shell.
The flavour is distinctly sweet, with roasted peanuts adding a savoury edge; the caramel is sticky and the nougat soft. It is commonly eaten as an occasional snack or on the go, and many people enjoy one with coffee or tea. Nutritionally, it is an energy-dense sweet, with most of its character coming from its chocolate, caramel and sugar, alongside some protein from the peanuts. If you want a smaller treat, share a bar or have a portion with unsweetened coffee.
Selected: 100 g
488
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
59.5g
· 22% DV
Protein
8.7g
· 17% DV
Fat
22.2g
· 28% DV
Fiber
2.4g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 7% · Fat 43%
Vitamins
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.5µg · 5% DV
B5
0.2mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
120mg · 17% DV
Magnesium
45mg · 11% DV
Calcium
90mg · 9% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
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.
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 488 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
SATURATED
8.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 67.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (67.5:1).
A Snickers Bar has peanuts and caramel layered with nougat, all coated in milk chocolate. Those layers give it its distinctive combination of crunch and chew; ingredient details can vary between markets.
A Snickers Bar contains peanuts, while a classic Mars bar generally does not. Both combine nougat, caramel and chocolate, but the peanuts give Snickers its characteristic crunch and roasted flavor.
Yes, a Snickers Bar contains a nougat layer beneath the caramel and peanuts. The nougat is soft and chewy, while the peanuts add crunch and the chocolate coating holds the layers together.
No, dogs should not eat a Snickers Bar. Chocolate contains theobromine, which can be toxic to dogs, and the bar’s fat and sugar may also upset their stomach. If your dog ate one, contact a veterinarian promptly.
Store a Snickers Bar in its wrapper in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Heat can soften or melt the chocolate; if you refrigerate it, keep it sealed to protect it from moisture and food odors.
Yes, you can freeze a Snickers Bar in its sealed wrapper or an airtight container. The caramel and chocolate become firm, so let it come back toward room temperature while still wrapped to reduce condensation.
Yes, a Snickers Bar can be melted for desserts or a topping. Remove the wrapper, heat it gently in short bursts, and stir between them; the caramel can become very hot, so handle the melted bar carefully.
Yes, you can make a homemade Snickers Bar by layering nougat, caramel and peanuts, then coating the layers in chocolate. The texture will depend on how you make the caramel and nougat, so it may not match the packaged bar exactly.
Yes, a Snickers Bar can raise blood sugar because it contains sugar and carbohydrates. People with diabetes should account for it in their individual meal plan and ask their clinician or dietitian for advice tailored to their needs.
A Snickers Bar does not cause weight gain on its own, but eating it often can add substantially to your overall energy intake. Having one occasionally is different from making it a regular extra snack.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.