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Chocolate — Nutrition & Culinary Profile
Chocolate is a beloved confection made from roasted and ground cacao pods, offering a complex balance of sweetness, bitterness, and rich cocoa notes. Its smooth, melting texture makes it a versatile ingredient in baking, desserts, and savory sauces like mole. Whether enjoyed on its own or tempered for glossy coatings, it adds deep, indulgent flavor to any dish.

Calories546kcal
Protein5.5g
Fat31.3g
Carbohydrates61.2g
Fiber8g
Sugar48g
Density1.3g/ml
Portion30g
Shelf life365days
Vitamins
A0.01mg
C0mg
D0mg
E0.6mg
K7.3mg
B10.03mg
B20.08mg
B30.2mg
B50.1mg
B60.04mg
B92mg
B120mg
Minerals
Calcium56mg
Iron8mg
Magnesium146mg
Phosphorus206mg
Potassium559mg
Sodium11mg
Zinc2mg
Selenium3mg
Culinary profile
sweetness7
acidity3
bitterness5
umami2
aroma9
texturesmooth, melting, snappy when tempered
Properties
glycemic index45
glycemic load27.5
ph5.5
water activity0.4
Diets