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Combination of dark chocolate and chestnut, source of fiber and antioxidants, sweet snack
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
3 piece (medium) of Chestnut coated with dark chocolate (45 g) has 158 calories. That works out to 350 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.2 g of carbs, 1.9 g of protein, 5.9 g of fat and 3.4 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 45 g
158
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
25.2g
· 9% DV
Protein
1.9g
· 4% DV
Fat
5.9g
· 8% DV
Fiber
3.4g
· 12% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 62% · Protein 5% · Fat 33%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 158 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.9 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.79 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 3.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25.2 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% |
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3 piece (medium) | 45 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 53 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 30 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 175 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 75 g | 263 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 350 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 350 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 150 g | 525 kcal |
Calculated from 350 calories per 100 g.
Chestnut coated with dark chocolate is a sweet made by covering cooked chestnut with dark chocolate. Some versions use candied chestnuts, so the filling may already be sweet before the chocolate coating is added.
You can make chestnut coated with dark chocolate by dipping cooked, cooled chestnuts into melted dark chocolate. Let excess chocolate drip off, then place the pieces on parchment until the coating sets.
Not always. Chestnut coated with dark chocolate may use plain cooked chestnuts or candied chestnuts, while marrons glacés are chestnuts slowly candied in syrup. When candied chestnuts are coated, the two descriptions can refer to a similar confection.
Store chestnut coated with dark chocolate in a sealed container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. If the room is warm, refrigerate it; bringing it briefly toward room temperature before serving can improve the chocolate’s aroma and texture.
A whitish film on chestnut coated with dark chocolate is usually chocolate fat or sugar that has risen to the surface after temperature or moisture changes. It can affect appearance and texture, but the film alone does not prove the sweet has spoiled.
Yes, chestnut coated with dark chocolate can be frozen in an airtight container. Thaw the closed container in the refrigerator to reduce condensation on the chocolate, which can affect its finish.
Yes, chestnut coated with dark chocolate pairs well with coffee, especially a plain brew that balances the sweet chestnut and rich coating. It also works as a small dessert after a meal.
Yes, chestnut coated with dark chocolate can contain sugar even when the coating is dark chocolate. The chocolate may be sweetened, and versions made with candied chestnuts contain added sweetness in the filling too.
Chestnut coated with dark chocolate provides chestnut along with a chocolate coating, but it is still a sweet treat and may contain added sugar. It is best thought of as a dessert or occasional snack rather than a health food.
Yes, children who can chew safely can have chestnut coated with dark chocolate in a small portion. Cut larger or firm pieces into manageable bites, and supervise young children while they eat.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
8.1mg · 9% DV
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
B6
0.08mg · 5% DV
B5
0.23mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Manganese
0.27mg · 12% DV
Magnesium
25mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
41mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
189mg · 6% DV
Sodium
3.6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 158 calories in 3 piece (medium) (45 g):
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Chestnut coated with dark chocolate pairs a tender, mildly earthy chestnut centre with a firm layer of bittersweet chocolate. It is a confection rather than a single traditional dish with one clear place of origin; chocolate-coated chestnuts are enjoyed as a small sweet or boxed gift in several chestnut-growing regions.
Serve one with coffee or tea, offer it after a meal, or add it to a dessert selection. Chestnuts contribute fibre, while the chocolate and chestnut together make this a sweet, energy-dense snack with plenty of carbohydrate. Its rich flavour makes a small portion satisfying; pair it with unsweetened coffee or tea if you want to keep the overall serving less sweet.
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
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.79g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.