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Small, rounded dark-brown mochi with a soft, slightly powdery surface are arranged on a plate, with one cut open to show a smooth, dark chocolate center.

Dark chocolate mochi Calories

Bitter chocolate mochi

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

270kcal

GI

50medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

110mg

FIBER · 100 G

3.2g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Dark chocolate mochi (35 g) has 95 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.2 g of carbs, 1.5 g of protein, 2.6 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Dark chocolate mochi Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g

95

KCAL / 35G

Carbs

17.2g

· 6% DV

Protein

1.5g

· 3% DV

Fat

2.6g

· 3% 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 70% · Protein 6% · Fat 24%

Dark chocolate mochi nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (35 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories95 kcal
Total fat2.6 g3%
Saturated fat1.43 g7%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium11 mg0%
Total carbohydrate17.2 g6%
Fiber1.1 g4%
Protein1.5 g3%

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 Medium Dark chocolate mochi?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)35 g95 kcal
1 piece (mini)18 g49 kcal
1 piece (small)25 g68 kcal
1 piece (large)50 g135 kcal
2 piece (double)70 g189 kcal
1 serving (large)70 g189 kcal
100 g100 g270 kcal
1 pack (jumbo)140 g378 kcal

Calculated from 270 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dark chocolate mochi

What is dark chocolate mochi made of?

Dark chocolate mochi combines a soft, chewy mochi exterior—usually made with glutinous rice flour—with dark chocolate. Depending on the recipe, the chocolate may be mixed into the dough, placed in the center as a filling, or used both ways.

How do you make dark chocolate mochi at home?

Make a mochi dough from glutinous rice flour, water, and sweetener, then cook it until stretchy. Divide the dough, wrap each piece around dark chocolate, and seal it. Dust your hands and the finished mochi with starch to reduce sticking.

Does dark chocolate mochi have chocolate in the center?

Sometimes, but not always. Some dark chocolate mochi has a separate chocolate center, while other versions get their flavor from chocolate mixed into the mochi dough. Recipes and packaged products vary, so the cut surface or ingredient description can tell you which kind it is.

What does dark chocolate mochi taste like?

Dark chocolate mochi pairs cocoa’s rich, slightly bitter flavor with a soft, springy, chewy outer layer. A filled version usually has a more concentrated chocolate taste, while the sweetness and bitterness vary with the type of chocolate used.

How should you eat dark chocolate mochi?

Eat dark chocolate mochi in small bites and chew it thoroughly rather than swallowing it whole. Its sticky, stretchy texture can pose a choking risk, especially for young children; cut it into small pieces and supervise them while they eat.

How do you store dark chocolate mochi?

Keep dark chocolate mochi in an airtight container in a cool, dry place and eat it soon for the best texture. Refrigeration can make the rice dough firm, so follow the package directions if you have a commercially packaged product.

Why does dark chocolate mochi get hard?

Dark chocolate mochi can harden as the starch in its rice-based dough changes after cooking and cooling. Refrigeration speeds up the loss of softness. Letting it sit briefly at room temperature may soften it, but prolonged heating can make the texture unpleasant.

Can you freeze dark chocolate mochi?

Yes. Freeze dark chocolate mochi in a sealed container, with pieces separated so they do not stick together. Let a piece thaw at room temperature before eating; freezing and thawing may make its texture less soft and springy than when fresh.

Is dark chocolate mochi a Japanese dessert?

Mochi comes from Japan, where it is traditionally made from pounded glutinous rice. Dark chocolate mochi is a modern flavored variation rather than a classic traditional filling, and recipes differ in how much chocolate they use and where they put it.

Can you microwave dark chocolate mochi?

You can microwave dark chocolate mochi briefly to soften it, but use short bursts and check it between them. The center can become very hot while the outside still feels manageable, and overheating can make the dough overly sticky or tough.

Dark chocolate mochi Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B2

0.02mg · 2% DV

B5

0.07mg · 1% DV

Vitamin E

0.21mg · 1% DV

B1

0.01mg · 1% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.06mg · 7% DV

Phosphorus

18mg · 3% DV

Iron

0.42mg · 2% DV

Manganese

0.05mg · 2% DV

Potassium ⭐

39mg · 1% DV

Sodium

11mg · 0% DV

Dark chocolate mochi Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

50
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

8.8
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Dark chocolate mochi

To burn the 95 calories in 1 piece (medium) (35 g):

🚶

24min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

10min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

13min

Cycling

🏊

11min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Dark chocolate mochi?

Dark chocolate mochi brings together the springy rice dough of Japanese mochi and the deep, slightly bitter taste of dark chocolate. Mochi is a Japanese rice cake traditionally made from pounded glutinous rice; chocolate versions are a modern twist, often shaped into small, soft bites.

Its pleasantly chewy exterior and rich cocoa flavour make it well suited to an after-meal treat or a small snack with tea or coffee. It is mostly carbohydrate, with a more modest amount of fat; a 35 g piece is a convenient portion when you want something sweet without serving a full dessert. Pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee to balance the chocolate’s sweetness.

How Nutritious Is Dark chocolate mochi?

Nutrient density

Low

22/ 100

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

Medium

35/ 100

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 Dark chocolate mochi 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 Dark chocolate mochi Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Dark chocolate mochi Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

— Not suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Dark chocolate mochi Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.43g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.77g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.11g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 9:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (9:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.