JOJO’s Dark Chocolate Peppermint Pretzels
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Low Sodium
- Saturated Fat
- Added Sugar
Verdict
JOJO’s Dark Chocolate Peppermint Pretzels are a gluten-free, peppermint-flavored confection. Its main strength is the low sodium content, while its main tradeoff is the added sugar. Overall, it is a festive option for those seeking a sweet-and-salty combination without gluten.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Pair it with a cup of herbal tea or a bowl of fresh berries for a balanced dessert plate.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is defined by a concentration of saturated fat and sugar within a small serving. It stands out for having significantly less salt than is common for pretzel-based foods.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 100 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 6g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 17% |
| Sodium | 50mg | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g | 6% |
| Total Sugars | 4g | — |
| Added Sugars | 4g | 7% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 10% |
Ingredient Analysis
The base consists of dark chocolate and gluten-free pretzels made from cassava and potato starches. A peppermint coating containing cane sugar and rice syrup adds flavor and sweetness, contributing to a formulated, processed composition.
Ingredients
DARK CHOCOLATE (UNSWEETENED COCOA, SUGAR, COCOA BUTTER, SUNFLOWER LECITHIN, VANILLA EXTRACT), GLUTEN-FREE PRETZELS (CASSAVA FLOUR, POTATO STARCH, CHICKPEA FLOUR, TAPIOCA STARCH, SUNFLOWER OIL, DATE SYRUP, SALT, SUNFLOWER LECITHIN, YEAST), CRUSHED PEPPERMINT (PURE CANE SUGAR, ORGANIC RICE SYRUP. RED CABBAGE & PURPLE CARROTS FOR COLOR, PURE PEPPERMINT OIL), HEMP PROTEIN, SEA SALT.
