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Chocolate chestnut paste Calories
Chestnut, chocolate, sweet paste
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 tablespoon (medium) of Chocolate chestnut paste (40 g) has 128 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 24.8 g of carbs, 1.3 g of protein, 3.4 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Chocolate chestnut paste Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 40 g
128
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
24.8g
· 9% DV
Protein
1.3g
· 3% DV
Fat
3.4g
· 4% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 73% · Protein 4% · Fat 23%
Chocolate chestnut paste nutrition facts table · 2 tablespoon (medium) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 128 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.4 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.4 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 24.8 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% |
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 2 Tablespoons of Chocolate chestnut paste?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 40 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 20 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 30 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 160 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 60 g | 192 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 200 g | 640 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chocolate chestnut paste
What is chocolate chestnut paste?
Chocolate chestnut paste is a sweet, spreadable mixture made from cooked chestnuts blended with chocolate or cocoa and usually a sweetener. Recipes vary, so it may be thick like a paste or softer and easier to spread.
What does chocolate chestnut paste taste like?
Chocolate chestnut paste tastes sweet and chocolatey, with a distinctive earthy, nutty flavor from the chestnuts. The balance varies by recipe: some versions emphasize the chestnut, while others taste more strongly of chocolate.
How do you use chocolate chestnut paste?
Use chocolate chestnut paste on toast, pancakes, or waffles, or as a filling for cakes and pastries. You can also swirl it into plain yogurt or porridge; reduce other sweeteners in a recipe if the paste is already sweet.
Can chocolate chestnut paste replace Nutella?
Yes, chocolate chestnut paste can replace Nutella as a spread or filling, but it will not taste the same. Chestnut paste has a chestnut-forward flavor rather than Nutella’s familiar hazelnut-and-cocoa taste, and the texture may differ.
How is chocolate chestnut paste different from chestnut purée?
Chocolate chestnut paste includes chocolate or cocoa and is usually sweetened, while plain chestnut purée is made primarily from chestnuts. The paste works readily as a sweet spread; purée is more neutral and can be used in savory or sweet recipes.
Can you make chocolate chestnut paste at home?
Yes, blend cooked, peeled chestnuts with melted chocolate or cocoa and a sweetener until smooth. Add a little milk or cream if needed to loosen it, then refrigerate it in a clean, sealed container.
Does chocolate chestnut paste need to be refrigerated?
Once opened, chocolate chestnut paste is best kept sealed in the refrigerator unless its packaging gives different instructions. Use a clean spoon each time, and avoid leaving the jar out for long periods.
Can you freeze chocolate chestnut paste?
Yes, freeze chocolate chestnut paste in a tightly sealed freezer-safe container. Thaw it in the refrigerator and stir it well before using, since freezing and thawing can make the texture less smooth.
What can you bake with chocolate chestnut paste?
Chocolate chestnut paste works well as a cake or tart filling, a layer in brownies, or a flavoring for cookies and pastries. It already adds sweetness, so taste the mixture before adding the full amount of sugar in a recipe.
Is chocolate chestnut paste very sweet?
Usually, yes: chocolate chestnut paste is commonly sweetened, though the sweetness varies between recipes and products. Its rich flavor makes a small amount useful as a spread or filling, so taste it before adding more sweetener to a dish.
Chocolate chestnut paste Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
Vitamin C
2.8mg · 3% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
Folate
10µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.16mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
128mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
15mg · 4% DV
Sodium
4mg · 0% DV
Chocolate chestnut paste Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chocolate chestnut paste
To burn the 128 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (40 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 Chocolate chestnut paste?
Chocolate chestnut paste combines cooked, puréed chestnuts with chocolate in a smooth, spoonable sweet spread. Chestnuts bring an earthy, gently nutty flavour, while the chocolate makes the result richer; it is best understood as a variation on the chestnut pastes and desserts found in several culinary traditions, rather than as a dish tied to one particular place.
Enjoy it on toast, alongside tea or coffee, or as a filling for cakes and pastries. It also works in small spoonfuls over yoghurt or ice cream. The paste is chiefly a sweet, carbohydrate-rich treat, with 62 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, so a modest serving suits those who want just a little sweetness. For a lighter pairing, try a thin spread on whole-grain toast or add a small amount to plain yoghurt.
How Nutritious Is Chocolate chestnut paste?
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 Chocolate chestnut paste 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 Chocolate chestnut paste Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Chocolate chestnut paste 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
Chocolate chestnut paste Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16:1).
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