Dark chocolaty coated with peppermint marshmallow cocoa topper

This intriguing candy features a dark chocolate coating topped with a peppermint marshmallow cocoa layer, offering a rich and minty treat. It contains artificial food dyes like Red 40, Red 3, and Blue 1, which enhance its vibrant appearance but are common additives in colorful confections. Perfect for those who enjoy a minty, chocolatey flavor with a splash of vivid color, but be mindful of dye sensitivities.

Ingredients: Marshmallow (wheat sugar syrup, sugar, gelatin, dextrose, cornstarch, natural vanilla flavor), chocolaty coating (sugar, vegetable oil [palm kernel oil and/or palm oil], whey powder [milk], nonfat dry milk, lactose [milk], whole milk powder, dry buttermilk, cocoa powder, cocoa powder processed with alkali, soy lecithin [an emulsifier], vanilla extract), peppermint crush (sugar, corn syrup, red 40, red 3, blue 1, peppermint oil).

chocolatey

minty

creamy

Artificial Dyes Found

Red 40

The most widely used artificial red dye in the United States.

Origin: Derived from petroleum byproducts.

Health concerns: May cause hyperactivity in some children and allergic reactions.

Red 3

A synthetic dye used mainly in candies and baked goods.

Origin: Derived from petroleum.

Health concerns: Linked to thyroid tumors in animal studies.

Blue 1

A bright blue synthetic dye used in candies and drinks.

Origin: Derived from petroleum.

Health concerns: Generally considered safe, but may cause allergic reactions in rare cases.