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Extremely high cocoa content, intense bitter flavor, very low sugar
In season: Winter · Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of 99% cocoa chocolate (10 g) has 60 calories. That works out to 600 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.4 g of carbs, 1.1 g of protein, 5.2 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 10 g
60
KCAL / 10G
Carbs
1.4g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.1g
· 2% DV
Fat
5.2g
· 7% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 10% · Protein 8% · Fat 82%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 60 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.2 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 3.2 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.4 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 10 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 2 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 5 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 15 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 20 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 25 g | 150 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 300 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 600 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 600 kcal |
Calculated from 600 calories per 100 g.
It can be a useful way to enjoy cocoa with very little sugar, and it provides cocoa compounds and fibre. It is still energy-dense, so its intense flavour is best enjoyed in a small piece rather than as an unlimited snack.
It may contain a small amount; 99% cocoa does not mean completely sugar-free. The remaining ingredients vary by product, so check the ingredient list if you need to avoid sugar or sweeteners.
Yes, 99% cocoa chocolate works well in brownies, sauces and ganache when you want a deep, bitter cocoa flavour. It is not a like-for-like swap for sweet chocolate, so adjust the recipe’s sweetener to taste.
Pair it with something naturally sweet, such as dates or ripe fruit, or add a small piece to a milky drink. These combinations soften the bitterness without changing the chocolate itself.
It may fit some keto meal plans because it is very low in sugar, but it still contains carbohydrates. Check the amount you plan to eat against your own daily carbohydrate limit.
Yes, it can affect sleep in people sensitive to stimulants. Cocoa contains caffeine and theobromine, so having 99% cocoa chocolate late in the day may make it harder to fall asleep.
Not directly: 99% cocoa chocolate contains cocoa butter, while cocoa powder is much lower in fat. You can melt it into some recipes, but you may need to adjust the recipe’s fat and sweetness.
A pale coating is often cocoa butter or sugar bloom, caused by temperature changes or moisture. It can make the texture less appealing, but it does not necessarily mean the chocolate has spoiled if it was stored properly.
Yes. The theobromine in cocoa can poison dogs, and high-cocoa chocolate is especially concerning. If your dog eats 99% cocoa chocolate, contact a veterinarian promptly rather than waiting for symptoms.
Yes. Chop it finely and melt it gently over barely simmering water, keeping every drop of water out of the bowl. Stir as it softens and remove it from the heat before it overheats.
Vitamins
Biotin
0.7µg · 2% DV
Vitamin E
0.23mg · 2% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
Folate
3.2µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Magnesium
42mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.2mg · 9% DV
Iron
1.2mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
70mg · 2% DV
Sodium
2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 60 calories in 1 piece (small) (10 g):
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99% cocoa chocolate is a very dark chocolate made mostly from cocoa ingredients, with only a little sugar. Its flavour is intensely bitter and roasted, and a well-made bar snaps firmly before melting slowly on the tongue. It is often enjoyed a small piece at a time with coffee or tea, or shaved over desserts and porridge; in Turkey, it also makes a striking contrast with dried fruit or nuts. It is relatively rich in fat and fibre, while tasting far less sweet than milk chocolate. Pair it with fresh fruit, or use a small piece in baking when you want deep cocoa flavour without much sweetness.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.