Goobers

Goobers are a popular candy in the United States, consisting of roasted peanuts coated in a chocolatey shell. They are often enjoyed as a snack, particularly in movie theaters.

History

Goobers were first introduced in the year 1925 by the Blumenthal Brothers Chocolate Company. The name "Goobers" is derived from the Southern term for peanuts, "goober peas." In 1984, the brand was acquired by Nestlé, a multinational food and beverage company.

Ingredients

The primary ingredients in Goobers include:

• Roasted peanuts
• Milk chocolate (sugar, cocoa butter, chocolate, nonfat milk, lactose, milk fat, soy lecithin, and natural flavor)

Production

Goobers are produced by coating roasted peanuts with a layer of milk chocolate. The process involves roasting the peanuts to enhance their flavor and then enrobing them in chocolate using specialized machinery.

Nutritional Information

A standard serving size of Goobers (about 40 grams) contains approximately:

• Calories: 200
• Total Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 5mg
• Sodium: 25mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 20g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 17g
• Protein: 4g

Cultural Impact

Goobers have been a staple in American movie theaters for decades. They are often sold alongside other popular movie snacks such as popcorn, Raisinets, and Milk Duds. The candy has also been referenced in various forms of media and pop culture.

Related Products

Goobers are part of a larger family of chocolate-covered snacks. Related products include:

• Raisinets - chocolate-covered raisins
• Milk Duds - caramel balls coated in chocolate
• M&M's - candy-coated chocolate pieces

See Also

• Peanut
• Chocolate
• Nestlé
• Blumenthal Brothers Chocolate Company
• Movie theater snacks

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