Quick answer

Rip Van's Raspberry & Dark Chocolate Wafers are a vegan, portion-controlled wafer with 2g sugar, 4g net carbs, and 5g fiber per serving. The raspberry flavor comes through as a bright contrast to the dark chocolate and hazelnut cream, and the label is straightforward once you know what to check.

Why the sugar and carb numbers look the way they do

The 2g sugar figure is per wafer, not per box. With 16 individually wrapped units, a whole box would carry 32g sugar, so the portion control is doing real work here.

Net carbs are calculated by subtracting fiber from total carbohydrates. The 5g fiber per wafer is what brings the net carb count down to 4g, which is why the fiber line matters as much as the sugar line when you're comparing labels.

These numbers are supplied by the brand and reflect the product as sold. If you're managing a specific diet, treat them as a starting point and confirm against the current package label.

What the raspberry and dark chocolate actually taste like

The filling is a chocolate hazelnut cream, not a raspberry jam or puree. Raspberry reads as a flavor note rather than a fruit piece, so expect a bright, slightly tart edge against the dark chocolate rather than a juicy berry center.

Texture is the other half of the experience: three thin wafer layers sandwich two thick cream layers, so the bite is crisp first and creamy second. That structure is why the wafers hold up well with coffee or tea without going soggy immediately.

Where this wafer fits and where it doesn't

It suits anyone who wants a small, sweet, plant-based treat with a low sugar number and a fiber contribution. It does not suit someone looking for a fruit-forward raspberry product or a large single-portion snack, because the raspberry is a flavor accent and each unit is deliberately small.

The ingredient list is vegan, but it is not positioned as allergen-free or gluten-free in the supplied facts. If you avoid hazelnut or specific grains, check the full allergen statement on the package before buying.

Common questions, answered

How many wafers are in a box?

16 individually wrapped units per box. That packaging keeps them fresh and makes it easy to take one or two rather than the whole box.

Is the raspberry a real fruit piece?

No. The raspberry is a flavor in the chocolate hazelnut cream filling, not a jam or fruit chunk. Expect a tart accent, not a chewy berry texture.

Are these wafers vegan?

Yes, the supplied product facts state all ingredients are vegan. They are not described as gluten-free or allergen-free, so check the package for hazelnut and other allergen details.

How should I store them?

Keep them in a cool, dry place in the original wrapper until you eat them. The thin wafer layers are crispest before they meet moisture, so avoid storing them near a kettle or in the fridge.

What's the best way to enjoy them?

Eat them at room temperature with coffee or tea. The crisp wafer and creamy filling hold up to a hot drink without falling apart, and the small size makes them a natural after-dinner portion.

Product facts

  • Wafers Raspberry & Dark Chocolate: Each wafer has 2g sugar, 4g net carbs, and 5g fiber, with 16 units per box. The per-wafer numbers are what you'd actually eat in a sitting, and the box count tells you how far the supply stretches.

    Wafers Raspberry & Dark Chocolate

    Wafers Raspberry & Dark Chocolate

  • Wafers Raspberry & Dark Chocolate: The filling is a chocolate hazelnut cream layered between three thin wafer sheets, and all ingredients are vegan. This explains both the creamy texture and why the raspberry reads as a flavor rather than a fruit filling.