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Chocolate-covered dried cherry Calories
Sweet-tart, energy-dense snack
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Chocolate-covered dried cherry (40 g) has 160 calories. That works out to 400 calories per 100 g. It contains 32 g of carbs, 0.8 g of protein, 4.8 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chocolate-covered dried cherry Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 40 g
160
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
32g
· 12% DV
Protein
0.8g
· 2% DV
Fat
4.8g
· 6% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 73% · Protein 2% · Fat 25%
Chocolate-covered dried cherry nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 160 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.8 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 4.16 g | 21% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 7.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 32 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% |
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 Serving of Chocolate-covered dried cherry?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 8 g | 32 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 24 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 120 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 35 g | 140 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 40 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 240 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 70 g | 280 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 400 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 140 g | 560 kcal |
Calculated from 400 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chocolate-covered dried cherry
What are chocolate-covered dried cherries?
Chocolate-covered dried cherries are dried cherry pieces coated in chocolate, combining a chewy, sweet-tart fruit center with a chocolate shell. They are commonly eaten as a snack or added to desserts and trail mixes.
Are chocolate-covered dried cherries made with real cherries?
Yes, the fruit center is dried cherry. The coating can be milk, dark, or another style of chocolate, so the finished snack’s sweetness and flavor vary with the type of coating used.
How do you make chocolate-covered dried cherries at home?
Dip dry cherries in melted chocolate, let the excess drip off, and set them on parchment until the coating firms. Make sure the fruit is dry first, since surface moisture can make the chocolate seize or coat unevenly.
Why are chocolate-covered dried cherries chewy?
Chocolate-covered dried cherries are chewy because drying removes much of the fruit’s water while leaving its sugars and structure behind. The chocolate shell adds a firmer contrast, so the center stays distinctly chewy.
Why does the chocolate on chocolate-covered dried cherries turn white?
A white or gray film is usually chocolate bloom, caused when temperature changes bring cocoa butter or sugar to the surface. It can affect the coating’s appearance and texture, but does not by itself mean the cherries have spoiled.
Can you bake with chocolate-covered dried cherries?
Yes, you can chop chocolate-covered dried cherries and add them to cookies, brownies, or muffins. Fold them in near the end of mixing; baking may soften or melt the chocolate coating, so the pieces will not stay crisp.
How should you store chocolate-covered dried cherries?
Keep chocolate-covered dried cherries in a sealed container in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight and heat. Warm conditions can soften or melt the coating, while humidity can make it sticky.
Can chocolate-covered dried cherries fit into a weight-loss diet?
Yes, they can fit as a small treat, but their combination of dried fruit and chocolate makes them easy to overeat. Putting a portion in a bowl rather than snacking from the package helps keep the amount deliberate.
Are chocolate-covered dried cherries a good pre-workout snack?
They can work as a quick source of carbohydrates before exercise, especially when you want a compact, sweet snack. Their chocolate coating may feel heavy for some people, so try them well before a workout rather than immediately beforehand.
How are chocolate-covered dried cherries different from chocolate-covered fresh cherries?
Chocolate-covered dried cherries have a chewy, concentrated fruit center, while chocolate-covered fresh cherries contain juicy fruit and more moisture. The fresh-fruit version is more perishable, and its coating can be more prone to softening.
Chocolate-covered dried cherry Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
0.84µg · 3% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Vitamin E
0.36mg · 2% DV
B12
0.05µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
34mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
165mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
17mg · 4% DV
Sodium
7.2mg · 0% DV
Chocolate-covered dried cherry Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chocolate-covered dried cherry
To burn the 160 calories in 1 serving (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-covered dried cherry?
Chocolate-covered dried cherry combines fruit that has been dried with a chocolate coating. The cherry brings a sweet-tart, concentrated fruit flavour beneath the chocolate; its centre is chewy, while the coating may snap or melt depending on the product.
It works as a snack straight from the pack, or chopped over porridge, yoghurt or ice cream. In Turkey it can also be served with coffee or at tea time; elsewhere, it fits easily into a lunchbox or a small dessert platter. It is energy-dense and mostly provides carbohydrate, with relatively little protein: 100 g has 400 calories. A few pieces alongside fresh fruit or plain yoghurt make a more balanced-feeling snack.
How Nutritious Is Chocolate-covered dried cherry?
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
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.
Is Chocolate-covered dried cherry 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-covered dried cherry Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Chocolate-covered dried cherry 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-covered dried cherry Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.16g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 33:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (33:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.