Kit Kat 3.92 oz

Kit Kat Crisp Wafers in the 3.92 oz (111g) "King Size" bar are a global favorite, known for their distinct structural layers and the satisfying "snap" of the light, airy wafers. This specific size is designed for sharing—traditionally featuring a "split-and-snap" format that allows the bar to be broken into multiple individual fingers.

Flavor & Texture Profile

The Kit Kat experience is defined by the "Crunch-to-Cream" ratio:

• Crispy Triple-Layer Wafer: Three layers of light, toasted wheat wafers provide a delicate, dry crunch that shatters easily.

• Smooth Milk Chocolate: A generous outer coating of traditional milk chocolate envelops the wafers, providing a rich, creamy sweetness.

• Chocolate Wafer "Cream": Between the wafer layers is a specialized chocolate filling made from re-worked, finely ground Kit Kat pieces, ensuring every millimeter of the bar is infused with cocoa.

• The "Snap" Factor: The tempering of the chocolate and the dryness of the wafers are engineered to produce an audible sound when the bar is broken.

Core Ingredients

The ingredient list focuses on the balance of dairy, cocoa, and wheat:

• Milk Chocolate: A blend of sugar, milk ingredients (skim milk, milkfat), cocoa butter, and chocolate.

• Wheat Flour: The primary base for the thin, crispy wafers.

• Sugar & Palm Kernel Oil: Used to create the stable, sweet filling between the wafer layers.

• Cocoa Processed with Alkali: Provides a mellow, non-acidic chocolate flavor.

• Soy Lecithin & PGPR: Emulsifiers that ensure the chocolate coating is smooth and glossy.

• Yeast & Baking Soda: Leavening agents that give the wafers their aerated, "light-as-air" texture.

Energy & Nutritional Profile

The 3.92 oz King Size bar is a calorie-dense treat intended for multiple servings. A standard 1.5 oz (42g) portion (approx. 1/3 of the King Size bar) typically provides:

Key Characteristics

• "Have a Break": The bar is famously molded into four or more distinct "fingers," encouraging a ritualized way of eating by snapping off one section at a time.

• Heat Sensitivity: Because of the high milkfat and cocoa butter content, Kit Kats are prone to melting in warm environments; however, many enthusiasts prefer them refrigerated for an even sharper "snap."

• Zero-Waste Filling: The filling between the wafers is made from ground-up Kit Kats that didn't meet visual standards, a unique production method that intensifies the chocolate-wafer flavor.

• Vegetarian-Friendly: Standard Kit Kats are generally suitable for vegetarians (always check the specific label for local manufacturing variations).

Usage Tip: The toasted wheat notes and creamy milk chocolate of a Kit Kat make it an exceptional companion for a Barissimo Mocha Iced Coffee or a dark roast coffee. The bitterness of the coffee beans highlights the roasted flavor of the wafers, while the chocolate in the mocha creates a double-layered cocoa experience.