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Sweet, creamy Korean shaved-ice dessert
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Chocolate bingsu (250 g) has 463 calories. That works out to 185 calories per 100 g. It contains 71.3 g of carbs, 10.5 g of protein, 16 g of fat and 3.3 g of fiber. Its 1.1 µg of B12 covers 44% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
463
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
71.3g
· 26% DV
Protein
10.5g
· 21% DV
Fat
16g
· 21% DV
Fiber
3.3g
· 12% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 61% · Protein 9% · Fat 30%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 463 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 9.5 g | 48% |
| Trans fat | 0.3 g | |
| Sodium | 170 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 71.3 g | 26% |
| Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% |
| Protein | 10.5 g | 21% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 463 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 bottle (mini) | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 333 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 200 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 648 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 450 g | 833 kcal |
Calculated from 185 calories per 100 g.
Chocolate bingsu is a Korean shaved-ice dessert topped or flavored with chocolate. It is served in a bowl with a fluffy, snow-like texture, often with extras such as chocolate sauce, cake pieces, or ice cream.
Chocolate bingsu is made by finely shaving ice, often milk-based ice, into a bowl and adding chocolate sauce or cocoa-flavored toppings. The ice is shaved rather than crushed into coarse cubes, which gives the dessert its signature soft texture.
Chocolate bingsu tastes sweet and chocolatey, with a cool, delicate ice texture rather than the dense creaminess of a chocolate sundae. Milk-based ice and toppings such as brownie or chocolate sauce can make it richer.
Chocolate bingsu can be made with either finely shaved water ice or milk-based ice. Milk ice gives it a creamier taste and texture, while water ice is lighter; recipes and shops vary, so the base is not the same everywhere.
Chocolate bingsu is commonly topped with chocolate sauce, chocolate shavings, brownie or cake pieces, and sometimes ice cream. Some versions add fruit or cereal for contrast; toppings vary by shop and are usually added just before serving.
Yes, you can make chocolate bingsu at home without a dedicated machine, though the ice may be less fluffy. Use a powerful blender in short pulses or crush ice finely, then serve it immediately with chocolate sauce and toppings.
Chocolate bingsu centers on chocolate flavor, while patbingsu traditionally features sweetened red beans. Both are Korean shaved-ice desserts, but their defining toppings differ; modern versions of either dessert can include many additional toppings.
No, chocolate bingsu is a shaved-ice dessert, not ice cream. Some servings include a scoop of ice cream as a topping, but the main base is finely shaved ice, which melts more quickly and feels lighter.
Chocolate bingsu should be served cold and eaten soon after it is made, before the shaved ice melts. Use a spoon to scoop the ice and toppings together; large bowls are often shared, though individual servings are also common.
Leftover chocolate bingsu does not keep its original texture. The finely shaved ice melts in the refrigerator, and refreezing it will not restore the fluffy texture, so it is best prepared in a portion that can be eaten right away.
Vitamins
B12
1.05µg · 44% DV
B2
0.48mg · 37% DV
B5
0.95mg · 19% DV
Biotin
4.5µg · 15% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.4mg · 44% DV
Phosphorus
300mg · 43% DV
Calcium
330mg · 33% DV
Iodine
45µg · 30% DV
Potassium ⭐
538mg · 16% DV
Sodium
170mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Chocolate bingsu is a Korean shaved-ice dessert, made with finely shaved ice and chocolate sauce or cocoa, often finished with creamy additions and other toppings. Its fluffy, snow-like ice gives it a lighter texture than a scoop of ordinary ice cream, while the chocolate brings sweetness and richness.
In Korea it is often shared at cafés, especially in warm weather; elsewhere, it works well as a cool dessert after a meal or as a treat to split with friends. It is sweet and chiefly provides carbohydrates, with some fat and protein depending on the toppings. For a lighter serving, choose a smaller portion and add fruit for freshness.
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.
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
9.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.