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Callebaut chocolate Calories
Professional-grade chocolate, energy-dense
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (small) of Callebaut chocolate (10 g) has 55 calories. That works out to 546 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.1 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 3.1 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 23 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Callebaut chocolate Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 10 g
55
KCAL / 10G
Carbs
6.1g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
3.1g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 45% · Protein 4% · Fat 51%
Callebaut chocolate nutrition facts table · 1 piece (small) (10 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 55 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.1 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.85 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.1 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% |
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 Small Callebaut chocolate?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 10 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 5 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 14 g | 76 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 20 g | 109 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 153 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 164 kcal |
| 4 piece (large) | 40 g | 218 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 273 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 546 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 170 g | 928 kcal |
Calculated from 546 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Callebaut chocolate
What is Callebaut chocolate?
Callebaut chocolate is a Belgian-origin brand best known for couverture chocolate used by chocolatiers and bakers. It is a processed chocolate product made from cocoa ingredients, and the range includes dark, milk, and white varieties.
What are Callebaut chocolate callets used for?
Callebaut chocolate callets are small, coin-shaped pieces designed to melt conveniently. Use them for ganache, molding, dipping, baking, or making sauces; their uniform size helps them melt more evenly than a large block of chocolate.
How do you temper Callebaut chocolate?
Melt Callebaut chocolate, cool it while stirring, then gently warm it back to a workable temperature. Tempering encourages a glossy finish, a crisp snap, and clean release from molds; the target temperatures vary by chocolate type.
Can you eat Callebaut chocolate straight from the bag?
Yes, Callebaut chocolate callets can be eaten as they are, although they are primarily sold for baking and confectionery. Their taste and sweetness depend on the variety, so check whether you have dark, milk, or white chocolate.
How do you melt Callebaut chocolate without burning it?
Melt Callebaut chocolate gently in a dry bowl over barely simmering water or in a microwave using short bursts and frequent stirring. Keep water and steam out of the chocolate, since even a little moisture can make it seize.
Is Callebaut chocolate the same as couverture chocolate?
Callebaut is a brand, while couverture describes a type of chocolate formulated for melting and coating. Many Callebaut products are couverture, but the terms are not interchangeable: check the specific product before relying on it for tempering or enrobing.
Can you substitute regular chocolate for Callebaut chocolate in a recipe?
Yes, but the result may differ, especially for molded chocolates, dipped treats, and shiny coatings. Choose another couverture for the closest melting and setting behavior; ordinary eating chocolate may be thicker or contain ingredients that affect texture.
How should you store Callebaut chocolate callets?
Keep Callebaut chocolate in a cool, dry place away from sunlight, strong odors, and temperature swings, in a tightly closed package. Refrigeration can cause condensation and a pale surface bloom, so avoid moving cold chocolate straight into a warm room.
What is the difference between Callebaut dark, milk, and white chocolate?
Callebaut dark chocolate has a more pronounced cocoa flavor, while milk chocolate includes milk ingredients for a creamier, sweeter taste. White chocolate contains cocoa butter but no cocoa solids, giving it a different color, flavor, and use in recipes.
Where is Callebaut chocolate made?
Callebaut is a Belgian-origin chocolate brand with a long association with Belgian chocolate-making. That does not mean every product is necessarily manufactured in Belgium; check the packaging of the specific Callebaut chocolate for its production details.
Callebaut chocolate Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
Vitamin K
0.7µg · 1% DV
B3
0.09mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.15µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Iron
0.8mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
9.5mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
42mg · 1% DV
Sodium
2.4mg · 0% DV
Callebaut chocolate Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Callebaut chocolate
To burn the 55 calories in 1 piece (small) (10 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Callebaut chocolate?
Callebaut chocolate is a Belgian-made chocolate brand widely used in professional baking as well as home kitchens. Cocoa and sugar are core ingredients, while the cocoa intensity and whether it contains milk depend on the particular variety. It is sold in forms such as callets, bars and couverture, so check which type you have before using it.
Flavour ranges from sweet and creamy to deeply cocoa-forward, with a smooth texture when melted. You can snack on a few callets, melt it for ganache, cakes or coatings, or serve a small piece with coffee or tea. It is energy-dense, at 546 calories per 100 g. A modest portion adds plenty of chocolate flavour to desserts without needing a large amount.
How Nutritious Is Callebaut chocolate?
Nutrient density
Low
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
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 Callebaut chocolate 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 Callebaut chocolate Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Callebaut chocolate Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Callebaut chocolate Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.85g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.95g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.12g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.