Sweets and Sweeteners

Reese's Pieces candy

Reese's Pieces candy
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Ingredient Information

Name

Reese's Pieces candy

Category

Sweets and Sweeteners

Popularity

18 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Reese's Pieces candies are small peanut candies coated in a hard, colorful candy shell. These treats combine the sweet and salty flavor of peanuts with a crunchy outer texture, making them popular as a snack or as an addition to desserts and creative recipes.

Origin: Reese's Pieces were created by the American company The Hershey Company in 1978, inspired by the famous Reese's Peanut Butter Cups. Their name and flavor are associated with Reese's popular peanut butter.

Properties: These candies are rich in sugar and fats due to their peanut butter content and candy coating. They provide quick energy but should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. They are a good source of plant-based protein thanks to the peanuts, although their nutritional value is limited by their high calorie and sugar content.

Synonyms in Latin American Spanish: In Spanish-speaking countries, there is no universal term for Reese’s Pieces, but they may be colloquially known as caramelos de maní Reese's, grageas de maní, or confites de mantequilla de maní. However, the original English name is generally maintained due to its trademark.

Nutritional Properties

0.6g
fiber
105mg
sodium
20mg
calcium
0.4mg
iron
159
calories
20g
sugars
2g
proteins
20IU
vitamin a
0mg
vitamin c
0g
trans fats
8.5g
total fats
3.5g
saturated fats
22g
carbohydrates

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