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Pistachio Chocolate Sauce Calories
Sweet chocolate dessert sauce with pistachio
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Pistachio Chocolate Sauce (20 g) has 88 calories. That works out to 438 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.9 g of carbs, 1.2 g of protein, 5 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Pistachio Chocolate Sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g
88
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
9.9g
· 4% DV
Protein
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fat
5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 5% · Fat 51%
Pistachio Chocolate Sauce nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (20 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 88 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.92 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.9 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 1.2 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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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Pistachio Chocolate Sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 20 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 7 g | 31 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (thin) | 15 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 131 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 40 g | 175 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (triple) | 60 g | 263 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (small) | 65 g | 285 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 438 kcal |
| ½ cup (large) | 130 g | 569 kcal |
Calculated from 438 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pistachio Chocolate Sauce
What is Pistachio Chocolate Sauce made of?
Pistachio Chocolate Sauce is usually made with chocolate, pistachios or pistachio paste, and cream or milk for a pourable texture. Some recipes also include butter, sugar, or cocoa, so the ingredients vary between homemade and store-bought versions.
How do you make Pistachio Chocolate Sauce at home?
You can make Pistachio Chocolate Sauce by gently melting chocolate with cream, then stirring in finely ground pistachios or pistachio paste. Keep the heat low and stir until smooth; overheating can make the chocolate mixture separate.
What desserts go well with Pistachio Chocolate Sauce?
Pistachio Chocolate Sauce pairs well with vanilla ice cream, cheesecake, brownies, pancakes, and fresh strawberries. Its rich nut-and-chocolate flavor also works as a dip for fruit or as a finishing drizzle over a simple cake.
Can Pistachio Chocolate Sauce be used as a cake filling?
Yes, Pistachio Chocolate Sauce can fill a cake, but it should be thick enough not to run out between the layers. Chill it until spreadable before assembling, and avoid using a warm, freshly made sauce on a delicate cake.
Should Pistachio Chocolate Sauce be served warm or cold?
Pistachio Chocolate Sauce can be served warm or cold. Warm sauce pours easily over ice cream and desserts, while chilled sauce is thicker and works better as a spread or filling; gently warm it if it becomes too firm.
Does Pistachio Chocolate Sauce need to be refrigerated?
Pistachio Chocolate Sauce made with cream or milk should be refrigerated in a sealed container. For a packaged sauce, follow the storage directions after opening; refrigeration can make the sauce firmer, so stir or warm it before serving.
Can you make Pistachio Chocolate Sauce without cream?
Yes, you can make Pistachio Chocolate Sauce without cream by using milk or a suitable plant-based alternative, though the texture may be less rich. Add the liquid gradually to melted chocolate so the sauce stays smooth rather than becoming too thin.
Why does Pistachio Chocolate Sauce turn grainy or oily?
Pistachio Chocolate Sauce can turn grainy or oily if it gets too hot or if its ingredients do not emulsify. Remove it from the heat and whisk in a little warm cream or milk, adding it gradually until the sauce looks smooth again.
Can Pistachio Chocolate Sauce be used in coffee or hot chocolate?
Yes, a small spoonful of Pistachio Chocolate Sauce can flavor coffee or hot chocolate. Stir it into the hot drink until dissolved; a thick or chilled sauce may need a little extra mixing to blend evenly.
Is Pistachio Chocolate Sauce the same as pistachio cream?
No, Pistachio Chocolate Sauce is not the same as pistachio cream. The sauce contains chocolate and is generally made to pour or drizzle, while pistachio cream is usually a thicker sweet spread with a stronger focus on pistachio.
Pistachio Chocolate Sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.41mg · 3% DV
B6
0.04mg · 2% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
43mg · 6% DV
Magnesium
23mg · 5% DV
Manganese
0.09mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
86mg · 3% DV
Sodium
14mg · 1% DV
Pistachio Chocolate Sauce Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Pistachio Chocolate Sauce
To burn the 88 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (20 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Pistachio Chocolate Sauce?
Pistachio chocolate sauce combines chocolate with pistachios in a pourable or spoonable topping. It is best understood as a dessert accompaniment rather than a traditional dish with one established place of origin; recipes vary in how smooth or thick they are.
The chocolate brings sweetness and richness, while pistachios add a nutty, sometimes lightly toasted note. Serve it over ice cream, pancakes, waffles or cake, or alongside fresh fruit. It is an energy-dense sweet, so a little can add plenty of flavour; a medium tablespoon is about 20 g. For a lighter dessert, use a small drizzle over berries or sliced fruit instead of adding it to several toppings.
How Nutritious Is Pistachio Chocolate Sauce?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
Low
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.
Is Pistachio Chocolate Sauce Processed?
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.
Does Pistachio Chocolate Sauce Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Pistachio Chocolate Sauce Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Pistachio Chocolate Sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.92g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 134:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (134:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.