Chocolate

Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids

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27%

545 kcal Calories

10%

4.9 g Protein

22%

61.2 g Carbs

40%

31.3 g Fat

Fair nutrient density 18/100

How many beneficial nutrients Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.

Caloric ratio

Where the calories in Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

545 kcal / serving

45% from carbs

Carbs 45%

61.2 g per serving
Fat 52%

31.3 g per serving
Protein 4%

4.9 g per serving

What Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids is a good source of

Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).

Copper114% Manganese62% Iron45% Magnesium35% Dietary Fiber25% Zinc18% Phosphorus16% Potassium12% Protein10% Vitamin B1210%

Full nutrition breakdown

Beneficial
Moderate
Limit
Neutral

Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.

Carbohydrates	Amount	% DV
Total Carbohydrate	61.2 g	22%
Dietary Fiber	7.0 g	25%
Total Sugars	47.9 g	—
Sucrose	46.3 g	—
Glucose	0.0 g	—
Fructose	0.0 g	—
Lactose	1.7 g	—
Maltose	0.0 g	—
Galactose	0.0 g	—

Fats & Fatty Acids	Amount	% DV
Total Fat	31.3 g	40%
Saturated Fat	18.5 g	93%
Monounsaturated Fat	9.5 g	—
Polyunsaturated Fat	1.1 g	—
Trans Fat	0.1 g	—
Omega-3 Fatty Acids	85.0 mg	—
Omega-6 Fatty Acids	998.0 mg	—
Butyric Acid	57.0 mg	—
Caproic Acid	44.0 mg	—
Caprylic Acid	29.0 mg	—
Capric Acid	85.0 mg	—
Lauric Acid	78.0 mg	—
Myristic Acid	259.0 mg	—
Palmitic Acid	7,624.0 mg	—
Stearic Acid	9,842.0 mg	—
Arachidic Acid	308.0 mg	—
Behenic Acid	54.0 mg	—
Palmitoleic Acid	113.0 mg	—
Oleic Acid	9,391.0 mg	—
Gadoleic Acid	18.0 mg	—
Erucic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Nervonic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Linoleic Acid	998.0 mg	—
alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA)	85.0 mg	—
gamma-Linolenic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Arachidonic Acid	2.0 mg	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	1.0 mg	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	0.0 mg	—

Protein & Amino Acids	Amount	% DV
Protein	4.9 g	10%

Vitamins	Amount	% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)	2.0 mcg	0%
Vitamin C	~	—
Vitamin D	~	—
Vitamin E	0.5 mg	4%
Vitamin K	8.1 mcg	7%
Thiamin (B1)	0.0 mg	2%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.1 mg	4%
Niacin (B3)	0.7 mg	5%
Vitamin B6	0.0 mg	2%
Folate (B9)	~	—
Vitamin B12	0.2 mcg	10%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)	0.3 mg	6%

Minerals	Amount	% DV
Calcium	56.0 mg	4%
Iron	8.0 mg	45%
Magnesium	146.0 mg	35%
Phosphorus	206.0 mg	16%
Potassium	559.0 mg	12%
Sodium	24.0 mg	1%
Zinc	2.0 mg	18%
Copper	1.0 mg	114%
Manganese	1.4 mg	62%
Selenium	3.0 mcg	5%

Sterols	Amount	% DV
Cholesterol	8.0 mg	3%
Phytosterols	~	—
Campesterol	11.0 mg	—
Stigmasterol	25.0 mg	—
Beta-sitosterol	66.0 mg	—

Other	Amount	% DV
Alcohol	~	—
Caffeine	43.0 mg	—
Theobromine	493.0 mg	—
Ash	1.7 g	—

About Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids

Chocolate is a beloved confection made from the roasted, ground seeds of the cacao tree (Theobroma cacao), blended with sugar and, in most cases, extra cocoa butter and milk. The ground cacao becomes a smooth paste that is refined and conched into the silky bars and candies enjoyed worldwide. It comes in several main types: intense dark chocolate with a high proportion of cacao, sweeter and creamier milk chocolate, and white chocolate made from cocoa butter without the cocoa solids.

Chocolate, especially dark, contains antioxidant flavonoids along with iron, magnesium, and small amounts of caffeine, though it is also rich in sugar and fat. It is eaten on its own, baked into cakes, cookies, and brownies, melted for ganache and fondue, molded into truffles and bars, and stirred into hot chocolate. Its rich, complex flavor ranges from fruity to roasted depending on the beans. Choose a quality bar with cocoa listed first, and store chocolate in a cool, dry place away from strong odors to keep it smooth and glossy.

Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids?

There are 545 calories in 100 g of Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids, or about 768 calories in 1 bar (141 g).

How much protein is in Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids?

Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids contains 4.9 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids?

Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids has 61.2 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids?

Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids provides 31.3 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids a good source of?

Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids is an excellent source of Copper (114% DV), Manganese (62% DV), Iron (45% DV), Magnesium (35% DV) and Dietary Fiber (25% DV) and a good source of Zinc, Phosphorus, Potassium, Protein and Vitamin B12 (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.