Candy/Chocolate | Vegetarian

Hershey Kissable

Theobroma cacao Allergens: Milk, Soy (lecithin). May contain traces of Tree Nuts, Peanuts.
Hershey Kissable

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Malvaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Western
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Cocoa Beans, Sugar, Milk

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

A sweet, iconic, bite-sized milk chocolate candy, distinctively shaped into a flat-bottomed tear-drop, celebrated for its smooth, creamy melt.

Sensory Profile

TasteSweet, Creamy, Chocolatey
TextureSmooth, Melts in mouth, Firm (when cool)
AromaSweet Chocolate, Vanilla
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 21g (5 Kisses)
Calories530 kcal
Total Fat30 g
Saturated Fat18 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol20 mg
Protein6 g
Total Carbohydrate60 g
Dietary Fiber2 g
Total Sugars55 g
Calcium160 mg
Iron1 mg
Potassium250 mg

Chef’s Secret

For a glossy finish on melted chocolate, temper it properly by heating and cooling to specific temperatures before using in molds or as a coating.

Substitutions

Best Match

Chocolate Chips

1:1

Similar flavor, different shape, good for baking

Milk Chocolate Bar

1:1

Same flavor profile, needs chopping

Chocolate Candy Melts

1:1

Good for molding, less complex flavor

Buying Guide

Check expiration date. Store in a cool, dry place to prevent blooming.

Flavor Pairings

Peanuts Pretzels Marshmallows Ice Cream Baked Goods