Chocolate covered raisins are a delicious and nutritious snack — especially if made with dark chocolate! In fact, Nestle Raisinets are one of the most popular movie candies!

On average, it takes four pounds of grapes to make one pound of raisins. Raisins are a good source of fiber, potassium, iron, calcium, and certain B vitamins. They are also naturally fat and cholesterol free and contain many antioxidants.

Did you know that during the early 1900's, the Raisin Festival was created as a means to gain national recognition for the raisin industry? People came from all over the country to California to participate in the events and attend the parade. Though the annual festival ended in 1932, its original goal was certainly accomplished!

Today, people love to eat raisins plain, use them in cooking, and of course, eat them for dessert when covered in chocolate! Enjoy the divine combination of chocolate and raisins on National Chocolate-Covered Raisins Day!