Justin’s Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups
Why It Scored This Way
Very low nutritional value, heavy processing, or both make this product poorly aligned with a health-focused diet.
- Sodium
- Protein
- Added Sugar
- Saturated Fat
Verdict
Justin’s Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups are a pre-made confection pairing nut butter with a cocoa shell. Its main strength is a relatively simple formulation, while its main tradeoff is a high amount of added sugar. Overall, it serves as a plant-based dessert for those seeking a classic sweet-and-salty flavor profile.
How to Use This
Best reserved for rare occasions within a balanced diet, in very controlled portions and not as a routine choice. Pair it with a handful of fresh raspberries or a glass of unsweetened almond milk for a balanced treat.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is characterized by high calorie density and significant levels of saturated fat. While the sodium is low, the added sugar makes up a large portion of the total energy.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 220 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 14g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Sodium | 120mg | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars | 16g | — |
| Added Sugars | 16g | 32% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
Ingredient Analysis
The product is built from organic dark chocolate and peanut butter, supplemented with cane sugar and palm oil. These refined sweeteners and fats, along with lecithin for texture, create a formulated confectionery profile.
Ingredients
Organic Dark Chocolate (organic evaporated cane sugar, organic cacao beans, organic cocoa butter, organic sunflower lecithin), Organic Peanut Butter (organic ground peanuts), Organic Cane Sugar, Organic Peanut Flour, Organic Palm Oil, Sea Salt, Organic Sunflower Lecithin
