Healthy snacks (relatively)

In the afternoon when I get hungry for something sweet, I often debate with myself as to whether Peanut M&Ms (which contain nuts, and hence protein, and yet are candy-coated, and thus candy) or hot chocolate (which contains milk, and hence maybe some protein, and is probably lower-fat) is a healthier snack.

I did a little research on the web and found the following results:



So peanut M&Ms have more fat, a similar amount of protein, less sugar -- surprisingly enough, less salt! -- and are generally, yes, a more balanced snack than hot chocolate. I didn't include here the analysis that says hot chocolate is more satisfying... perhaps because I don't agree! Do you?