The processing score reflects 105 ingredients, including hydrogenated oil, high-fructose corn syrup, artificial flavoring, plus 4 more we flag. The nutrition score reflects high sugar, saturated fat and total fat.
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Ingredients
48 listed · 16 flagged for reviewREESE'S PEANUT BUTTER CUP MINIATURES - MILK CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, COCOA BUTTER, CHOCOLATE, SKIM MILK, MILK FAT, LACTOSE, LECITHIN (SOY), PGPR), PEANUTS, SUGAR, DEXTROSE, SALT, TBHQ, CITRIC ACID, HEATH BAR MINIATURES - MILK CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, COCOA BUTTER, CHOCOLATE, SKIM MILK, MILK FAT, LACTOSE, SALT, LECITHIN (SOY), NATURAL FLAVOR), VEGETABLE OIL (PALM OIL, SUNFLOWER OIL), DAIRY BUTTER (MILK), ALMONDS, OF: SALT, LECITHIN (SOY), CHOCOLATE, WHOPPERS MALTED MILK BALLS - SUGAR, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, WHEY (MILK), HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL, PALM KERNEL OIL, CORN SYRUP, COCOA, MALTED MILK (BARLEY MALT, WHEAT FLOUR, MILK, SALT, BAKING SODA), SORBITAN TRISTEARATE, CONFECTIONER'S GLAZE, CALCIUM CARBONATE, TAPIOCA DEXTRIN, ROLO CANDY - SUGAR, SKIM MILK, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, VEGETABLE OIL (PALM OIL, SHEA OIL, SUNFLOWER OIL, PALM KERNEL OIL &/OR SAFFLOWER OIL), HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL (PALM KERNEL OIL, SOYBEAN OIL), LACTOSE (MILK), PGPR, VANILLIN (ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR), BAKING SODA, KIT KAT WAFER BAR MINIATURES - SUGAR, WHEAT FLOUR, COCOA BUTTER, VEGETABLE OIL (PALM OIL, PALM KERNEL OIL), MILK FAT, OF: LECITHIN (SOY), VANILLIN (ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS), YEAST, MILK DUDS CANDY - CORN SYRUP, VEGETABLE OIL (PALM OIL, SHEA OIL, SUNFLOWER OIL, PALM KERNEL OIL, &/OR SAFFLOWER OIL), REDUCED PROTEIN WHEY (MILK), OF: BROWN SUGAR, MONO -AND DIGLYCERIDES.
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Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?
In our analysis, Miniatures Candy Assortments scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Chemical Preservatives (Tbhq): Synthetic preservatives are UPF indicators.
- Corn-Based Sweeteners (Corn Syrup Solids, Corn Syrup, High Fructose Corn Syrup, +1 more): HFCS is a hallmark of ultra-processed foods.
- Modified Fats (Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil (Palm Kernel Oil, Soybean Oil)): Hydrogenation and modification are UPF markers.
- Artificial Flavors (Vanillin (Artificial Flavor), Vanillin (Artificial Flavors)): Synthetic flavors indicate industrial food production.
- Emulsifiers (Lecithin (Soy), Sorbitan Tristearate, Of: Lecithin (Soy), +1 more): Industrial emulsifiers indicate UPF.
Within Candy, this product is more processed than about 32% of the 21,778 products we've analyzed.
Processing classification reflects ingredient and additive analysis, not a judgment of any product's safety, quality, or healthfulness.
What These Ingredients Tell Us
We group Miniatures Candy Assortments' ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- Processed Fruit ProductsUPF marker
In this product: Chocolate, Cocoa.
Concentrates and extracts indicate significant processing.
- Other AdditivesUPF marker
In this product: Confectioner'S Glaze.
Miscellaneous additives generally indicate processing.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Reese'S Peanut Butter Cup Miniatures - Milk Chocolate (Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Chocolate, Skim Milk, Milk Fat, Lactose, Lecithin (Soy), Pgpr), Sugar, Dextrose, Heath Bar Miniatures - Milk Chocolate (Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Chocolate, Skim Milk, Milk Fat, Lactose, Salt, Lecithin (Soy), Natural Flavor), and 4 more.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Salt, Of: Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- Food AcidsProcessing indicator
In this product: Citric Acid.
Common in both traditional and industrial foods.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Vegetable Oil (Palm Oil, Sunflower Oil), Palm Kernel Oil, Vegetable Oil (Palm Oil, Shea Oil, Sunflower Oil, Palm Kernel Oil &/Or Safflower Oil), Vegetable Oil (Palm Oil, Palm Kernel Oil), and 1 more.
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- MineralsProcessing indicator
In this product: Calcium Carbonate.
Added minerals often compensate for processing.
- Food Bases & AlkalisProcessing indicator
In this product: Baking Soda.
Common in baking, excessive use indicates processing.
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Processing and Nutrition Scores reflect the ingredient lists and nutrient data we observe; they are our analysis, not absolute measures of health. Read the full methodology. This information is provided for general nutrition education and is not medical, health, or dietary advice. Product formulations change often, so check the actual label before purchasing, and consult a registered dietitian or your physician for personal guidance.
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