Dark Chocolate

Dark Chocolate

EverydaySweetenedCaffeine

Dark chocolate is a minimally processed confection made primarily from cocoa solids, cocoa butter, and sugar, distinguished by its cocoa content ranging from 50% to 90%. It contains natural flavonoids with antioxidant properties and provides modest amounts of caffeine and minerals like magnesium and iron. While often dairy-free and lower in sugar than milk chocolate, its calorie density requires mindful portioning despite potential cardiovascular benefits when consumed in moderation.

Macro Impact

A 1 oz serving contains 162 calories, 2g protein, 15g carbs, and 11g fat.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size1 oz (28 g)
Amount per serving
Calories162
% Daily Value*
Total Fat11g
14%
Saturated Fat6g
31%
Trans Fat0.0g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3g
Monounsaturated Fat3g
Cholesterol2mg
1%
Sodium3mg
0%
Total Carbohydrate15g
5%
Dietary Fiber2g
8%
Total Sugars10g
Includes Added Sugars10g
21%
Protein2g
Vitamin D0mcg
0%
Calcium17mg
1%
Iron2mg
10%
Potassium159mg
3%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet.

Nutrient Breakdown

Nutrient breakdown based on appropriate daily intake recommendations for a 175lb adult.

Carbs
Total Carbs
15 / 275 g
5%
Fiber
2 / 28 g
8%
Sugars
10 g
Added Sugars
10 / 50 g
21%
Soluble Fiber
1 g
Insoluble Fiber
1 g
Sugar Alcohols
0 g
Xylitol
0 g
Sorbitol
0 g
Other Carbohydrates
0 g
Fat
Total Fat
11 / 78 g
14%
Monounsaturated
3 / 31 g
10%
Polyunsaturated
0 / 23 g
1%
Saturated
6 / 23 g
26%
Trans
0 g
Cholesterol
2 / 300 g
1%
Omega 3
0 / 5 g
1%
Omega 6
0 / 19 g
2%
Omega 9
3 g
Protein
Protein
2 / 80 g
2%
Amino Acids
Histidine
0 / 3 g
1%
Isoleucine
0 / 2 g
4%
Leucine
0 / 3 g
3%
Lysine
0 / 2 g
3%
Methionine
0 / 1 g
2%
Phenylalanine
0 / 2 g
5%
Threonine
0 / 1 g
3%
Tryptophan
0 / 0 g
4%
Valine
0 / 2 g
3%
Arginine
0 g
Cysteine
0 g
Cystine
0 g
Tyrosine
0 g
Alanine
0 g
Aspartic Acid
0 g
Glutamic Acid
0 g
Glycine
0 g
Proline
0 g
Serine
0 g
Vitamins
Thiamine, B1
0 / 1 mg
1%
Riboflavin, B2
0 / 1 mg
1%
Niacin, B3
0 / 15 mg
2%
Pantothenic Acid, B5
0 / 5 mg
2%
Pyridoxine, B6
0 / 1 mg
1%
Biotin, B7
0 / 30 mcg
0%
Cobalamin, B12
0 / 2 mcg
2%
Folate
7 / 400 mcg
2%
Vitamin A
1 / 800 mcg
0%
Vitamin C
0 / 83 mg
0%
Vitamin D
0 / 15 mcg
0%
Vitamin E
0 / 15 mg
1%
Vitamin K
2 / 105 mcg
2%
Minerals
Calcium
17 / 1k mg
2%
Copper
0 / 1 mg
39%
Iron
2 / 13 mg
14%
Magnesium
49 / 370 mg
13%
Manganese
0 / 2 mg
18%
Phosphorous
73 / 700 mg
10%
Potassium
159 / 3k mg
5%
Selenium
2 / 55 mcg
4%
Sodium
3 / 2.3k mg
0%
Zinc
1 / 10 mg
8%
Chromium
0 / 30 mcg
0%
Molybdenum
0 / 45 mcg
0%
Iodine
0 / 150 mcg
0%
Chlorine
0 / 2.3k mg
0%
Other
Ethyl Alcohol
0 g
Water
0 g
Caffeine
24 mg
Choline
7 mg
Taurine
0 mg

References

Data on this page was sourced from a number of official governmental and non-governmental sources, including:

  1. 1.Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids. USDA Standard Reference, Legacy. Food ID 170271.
  2. 2.Chocolate, dark, 60-69% cacao solids. USDA Standard Reference, Legacy. Food ID 170272.
  3. 3.Candies, chocolate, dark, 45-59% cacao solids. Canadian Nutrient File. Food ID 501893.
  4. 4.Candies, chocolate, dark, 60-69% cacao solids. Canadian Nutrient File. Food ID 501894.

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