Semi-Sweet Chocolate
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Semi-Sweet Chocolate by Baker's scores 7/10 for Heart Health based on high saturated fat raises ldl.
Semi-Sweet Chocolate by Baker's provides 500 calories, 7.1g protein, 35.7g fat, and 57.1g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 1.4g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Heart Health health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓Good fiber content at 7.1g per 100g, supporting digestive health.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠High sugar content (42.9g per 100g) — significant portion of daily recommended limit.
- ⚠High in saturated fat (21.4g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Deep Analysis
Semi-Sweet Chocolate by Baker's sits near the middle of the chocolate category with 500 kcal per 100g (category avg: 556).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 500 kcal per 100g (category avg: 556)
- •Protein: 7.1g per 100g (category avg: 7.3g)
- •Sugars: 42.9g per 100g (category avg: 40.7g)
- •Fiber: 7.1g per 100g (category avg: 7.0g)
- •Saturated fat: 21.4g per 100g
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for those looking to improve gut health or stay full longer. Not ideal for blood sugar management or low-sugar diets.
Watch Out
- ⚠Sugar content of 42.9g per 100g is high — check your portion size to stay within daily limits.
- ⚠Saturated fat at 21.4g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Semi-Sweet Chocolate doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for lower-sugar options in the same category, less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the chocolate category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
SEMI-SWEET CHOCOLATE (CHOCOLATE, SUGAR, COCOA BUTTER, SOY LECITHIN [EMULSIFIER], VANILLA EXTRACT).