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Dark chocolate

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Nutrition Facts

Per 100g

Calories533 kcal
Protein6.7g
Total Fat36.7g
Saturated Fat23.3g
Carbohydrates50.0g
Sugars30.0g
Fiber10.0g
Sodium33mg
Protein per 100 kcal1.3g

About This Product

Dark chocolate by Central Market scores 7/10 for Energy based on good carb content for sustained energy.

Dark chocolate by Central Market provides 533 calories, 6.7g protein, 36.7g fat, and 50.0g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 1.3g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Energy health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.

  • Excellent source of fiber with 10.0g per 100g — well above average for this food type.
  • Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
  • High sugar content (30.0g per 100g) — significant portion of daily recommended limit.
  • High in saturated fat (23.3g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Best for: Energy

Deep Analysis

Dark chocolate by Central Market sits near the middle of the chocolate category with 533 kcal per 100g (category avg: 556).

Nutrition Breakdown

  • Calories: 533 kcal per 100g (category avg: 556)
  • Protein: 6.7g per 100g (category avg: 7.3g)
  • Sugars: 30.0g per 100g (category avg: 40.7g)
  • Fiber: 10.0g per 100g (category avg: 7.0g)
  • Saturated fat: 23.3g 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 30.0g per 100g is high — check your portion size to stay within daily limits.
  • Saturated fat at 23.3g 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 Dark 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

ORGANIC COCOA MASS*, ORGANIC CANE SUGAR*, ORGANIC ORANGE PREPARATION (ORGANIC ORANGES, ORGANIC APPLE JUICE CONCENTRATE, ORGANIC RICE FLOUR, CITRUS PECTIN), ORGANIC COCOA BUTTER, ORGANIC ORANGE OIL, ORGANIC VANILLA PODS* *FAIR TRADE CERTIFIED