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Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate Calories
An energy-dense bar made with chickpeas and peanut butter and coated in dark chocolate.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate (45 g) has 221 calories. That works out to 490 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.8 g of carbs, 7 g of protein, 13.1 g of fat and 4.7 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 45 g
221
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
19.8g
· 7% DV
Protein
7g
· 14% DV
Fat
13.1g
· 17% DV
Fiber
4.7g
· 17% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 35% · Protein 12% · Fat 53%
Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (45 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 221 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.1 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 4.73 g | 24% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 81 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.8 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% |
| Protein | 7 g | 14% |
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 Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 221 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 139 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 147 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 40 g | 196 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 50 g | 245 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 294 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 90 g | 441 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 490 kcal |
Calculated from 490 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate
What is a Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate made of?
Its main ingredients are chickpeas, peanut butter, and dark chocolate. Homemade versions may also use dates or another binder to hold the mixture together, so the exact ingredients vary by recipe.
How do you make a Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate?
Mash chickpeas with peanut butter and a binder, then press the mixture firmly into a lined pan. Chill it until set, cover with melted dark chocolate, and chill again before cutting it into bars.
Does a Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate taste like chickpeas?
It can have a mild chickpea flavor, but peanut butter and dark chocolate usually make the strongest impression. Mashing the chickpeas thoroughly gives the bar a smoother texture and helps the flavors blend.
Can you make a Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate with canned chickpeas?
Yes, canned chickpeas work well. Drain and rinse them, then pat them dry before mashing; excess water can make the mixture too loose to press into bars that hold their shape.
Can you make a Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate without baking?
Yes, baking is not necessary if you use cooked chickpeas. Press the mixture into a pan, chill until firm, then add the melted chocolate coating and chill again until it sets.
How do you keep a Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate from crumbling?
Press the mixture firmly into the pan and chill it thoroughly before cutting. If it still seems dry, mix in a little more peanut butter; if it seems wet, drain the chickpeas more thoroughly next time.
How should you store a Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate?
Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them firm and protect the chocolate coating. Homemade bars are best eaten within a few days, especially if the recipe uses moist ingredients such as dates.
Can you freeze a Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate?
Yes. Freeze the bars in a sealed container, separating layers with parchment so they do not stick together. Thaw one in the refrigerator before eating to help preserve its texture and chocolate coating.
Is a Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate a healthy snack?
It can be a filling snack because chickpeas and peanut butter provide protein and fiber, but the bar is also an energy-dense sweet with a chocolate coating. Treat it as a snack rather than an unlimited everyday sweet.
Is a Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate good for weight loss?
It can fit into a weight-loss eating plan, but it is easy to eat more than intended because it is compact and energy-dense. Having one planned portion as a snack can help keep it from becoming an unplanned extra.
Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.71mg · 11% DV
Folate
31.5µg · 8% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Biotin
1.89µg · 6% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Manganese
0.45mg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
113mg · 16% DV
Magnesium
47mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
216mg · 6% DV
Sodium
81mg · 4% DV
Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate
To burn the 221 calories in 1 piece (medium) (45 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate?
A chickpea and peanut butter bar coated in dark chocolate is a contemporary snack rather than a traditional regional sweet. Chickpeas give the centre substance, while peanut butter binds it into a rich, compact bar, finished with a layer of dark chocolate.
Expect a soft, dense middle with roasted, nutty notes and a slightly bitter chocolate coating. It works as a grab-and-go snack, a lunchbox addition or a small sweet with coffee or tea. The combination makes it energy-dense, with protein and fibre from the chickpeas and peanut butter; it contains 490 calories per 100 g. For a lighter snack, have a smaller piece alongside fresh fruit.
How Nutritious Is Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate?
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
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 Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark 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 Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate Good For?
Vegan
✓ 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
Chickpea and Peanut Butter Bar Coated in Dark Chocolate Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.73g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.63g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.94g
Omega 6:3 ratio 36:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (36:1).
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