Candy Melts
Candy Melts by Wilton provides 550 kcal per 100 g, with 67.5 g of sugars and 2.5 g of protein. That is 22% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Baking decorations category. Contains: milk, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 16 pieces (40 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 550 kcal | 220 kcal | 384 +43% | |
| Total fat | 30 g | 12 g | 15% | 12.2 +145% |
| Saturated fat | 27.5 g | 11 g | 55% | 10.7 +158% |
| Carbohydrates | 67.5 g | 27 g | 10% | 67.7 |
| Total sugars | 67.5 g | 27 g | 55.3 +22% | |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 2.7 −100% |
| Protein | 2.5 g | 1 g | 2% | 1.8 +36% |
| Salt | 0.3 g | 0.1 g | 0.1 +107% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2586 Baking decorations products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from July 2021. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other baking decorations
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sugar, partially hydrogenated palm kernel oil, reduced mineral whey powder, whole milk solids, nonfat dry milk solids, fractionated coconut oil, sunflower lecithin, fd&c red #3, rice starch, soy lecithin, salt, artificial flavor.
- Allergens
- MilkSoybeans
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 16 pieces (40 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0070896004253
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Candy Melts?
Candy Melts contains 550 kcal per 100 g and about 220 kcal per serving (16 pieces (40 g)).
How much sugar is in Candy Melts?
Candy Melts has 67.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Candy Melts healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Candy Melts vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Candy Melts contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 23, 2020. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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