Hershey's
Hershey's Cocoa + Almond Spread
350 g
350 g
Platforms delivering in Govindpuri
Ingredients
Allergen Information
Nutritional Summary
The product scores very poorly due to its extremely high sugar content, with sugar being the first ingredient. A single 15g serving contains 8.4g of added sugar, which is over 16% of the FSSAI's recommended daily allowance. It is also high in saturated fat and contains trans fat from hydrogenated vegetable oil. The product offers minimal nutritional benefits like protein or fiber, making it an energy-dense, nutrient-poor food.
Nutritional Facts per 100g
Protein
2.2 g
of RDA
Very low in Protein. This is not a significant source.
Total Fat
31.6 g
of RDA
Contributes 49% of daily Total Fat needs.
Energy
550 kcal
of RDA
Contributes 28% of daily Energy needs.
Carbohydrates
61 g
of RDA
Contributes 20% of daily Carbohydrates needs.
Cholesterol
10 mg
of RDA
Low in Cholesterol. Good choice for restricted diets.
Sodium
140 mg
of RDA
Low in Sodium. Good choice for restricted diets.
Trans Fat
0.3 g
of RDA
Low in Trans Fat. Good choice for restricted diets.
Saturated Fat
13 g
of RDA
Moderate in Saturated Fat. Be mindful of total daily intake.
Sugar
56 g
of RDA
⚠️ Very high in Sugar! Exceeds daily limits - consume sparingly.
%RDA: Percentage of Recommended Dietary Allowance based on FSSAI/ICMR guidelines for a 2000 kcal diet.
Healthy Recipe Ideas
Balanced Almond-Cocoa Smoothie
Blend one small banana, 200ml of low-fat milk, one tablespoon (15g) of Hershey's spread, and a handful of oats until smooth. Serve immediately.
Health Benefits
This smoothie adds fiber from oats and potassium from the banana to create a more balanced and filling beverage.
Whole-Wheat Roti Roll with Fruit & Nuts
Take a whole-wheat roti or chapati. Spread a thin layer of the cocoa spread. Top with sliced apples and walnuts, then roll it up.
Health Benefits
Pairing the spread with whole-wheat roti, apples, and walnuts adds complex carbs, fiber, and healthy fats.
Additive Analysis
The product contains Emulsifier (322(i)) which is Lecithin, generally considered safe and approved by FSSAI. It also contains artificial almond and vanilla flavors, which are permitted but indicate a less natural product. The primary health concerns stem from the nutritional profile rather than the additives.
Preservatives
No preservatives added
Artificial Colors
No artificial colors added
Artificial Flavors
Marketing Claims
The claim 'contains Real Almond paste' is technically true but potentially misleading as the percentage is very low (2.7%). The product's name and imagery focus on cocoa and almonds, while the primary ingredients are sugar and palm oil. This marketing strategy downplays the less healthy aspects of the product, which is predominantly a sugar-fat confection.