I’ve never been one to have a real sweet tooth, but as I’ve gotten older I have found that I do like to finish a meal with something sweet. We always have a stash of M&M’S® readily available in the pantry for, erm, the kids. However, it is still bathing suit season, and I don’t want to totally sabotage the healthy eating plan.
What helps me is having a pre-portioned package to snack from. If I was given an entire 12-ounce bag, I’m pretty confident that I wouldn’t be able to stop. The M&M’S® Crispy single serve pack is under 200 calories so that I don’t overindulge, but still get a satisfying dose of delicious crispy chocolate.
Each singles pack has only 180 calories thanks to the sweet rice puff center surrounded with rich milk chocolate and that candy coating we all know and love. It’s a great alternative to a solid chocolate candy, but I still don’t feel like I’m missing out because they’re just as indulgent tasting as regular M&M’S®, or even more so with a crunch in the center. If you’re one of those people that enjoys a crunchy snack as I do.
And apparently I am not the only one. M&M’S® Crispy returned to shelves nationwide this past January for the first time since 2005 thanks to calls and social media requests from customers. This is the number one most requested variety to bring back between 2005 and 2014.
Another way I help make it into a filling snack is to add a handful of roasted almonds for a protein-packed sweet and salty combo. I love how M&M’S® Crispy offers a way to enjoy America’s favorite chocolate candy with fewer calories per serving.
For more information on M&M’S® Crispy, including nutritional information, please visit http://www.mms.com or learn more on Facebook.
Have you tried M&M’S® Crispy?
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Carol Bryant says
I am trying to lose a few pounds so this is a perfect option for a chocolate craving. Thanks for the heads up.
Lorane says
Oooh I love these.. The commercials are so funny .. you can’t go wrong with 180 calories
claudia krusch says
I had no idea it was only 180 calories! Love it!
Dawn says
Sadly, I haven’t tried the crispy ones yet. I need to though, because I love M&Ms.
angie says
kids love these here that extra bit of crunch is awesome
Pam says
I love crispy M&Ms! They remind me of another one of my favorite candy bars. Glad they are back on the shelf.
Toughcookiemommy says
I love enjoying a chocolate sweet once in a while. It’s great that we can enjoy these guilt-free for a change.
Mama to 5 BLessings says
Those sound like the perfect snack / treat for anytime of the day and not having to worry about the waistline! Yum!
Amanda Ripsam says
I love all of the different kinds of MMs that are out there. Crispy is really good. Which reminds me I need to pick some MMs up for snacks for the kids.
Liz Mays says
Crispy M&Ms are some of my favorites. They’re perfect for snack mixes.
Jeanine says
Yum! I’ve never tried these before. I don’t think we have them in Canada yet! They look just delicious!