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Rich chocolate flavor, sweet and creamy
In season: Winter · Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Chocolate Dessert (90 g) has 288 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 39.6 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 12.6 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chocolate Dessert is a broad name for sweets made with chocolate or cocoa; depending on the recipe, it may be baked, cooked until set, or served as a spoonable pudding. The pictured version has a dense, soft centre with a glossy chocolate topping, though there is no single place of origin or fixed recipe for the dish.
It is commonly served after a meal, either chilled or at room temperature, and pairs well with coffee or tea. Its rich, sweet flavour makes a modest portion satisfying. It is relatively energy-dense and provides only a little protein; for a lighter finish, serve a smaller piece with fresh fruit.
Selected: 100 g
320
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
44g
· 16% DV
Protein
4.2g
· 8% DV
Fat
14g
· 18% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 5% · Fat 40%
Vitamins
B2
0.12mg · 9% DV
B12
0.18µg · 8% DV
B5
0.35mg · 7% DV
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
85mg · 12% DV
Iron
2mg · 11% DV
Magnesium
38mg · 9% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 320 calories in 100 g:
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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.
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
— 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
SATURATED
7.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.3:1).
Chocolate dessert is made in many ways, but most recipes use chocolate or cocoa with ingredients such as milk, cream, eggs or flour. Follow a recipe suited to the style you want—pudding, mousse or cake—since their cooking and chilling methods differ.
Chocolate or cocoa gives chocolate dessert its defining flavour; the other ingredients depend on whether it is a pudding, mousse, cake or another style. Recipes may use dairy, eggs, flour or sugar, so choose one that matches the texture you want.
Fresh berries, orange segments, coffee or unsweetened tea pair well with chocolate dessert. Fruit adds a tart contrast to its rich flavour, while a plain drink keeps the serving from becoming overly sweet.
Chocolate dessert can be served warm or cold, depending on the recipe. A baked dessert with a soft centre is often best warm, while mousse and pudding usually need chilling to set before serving.
Keep chocolate dessert covered in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Desserts containing eggs, milk or cream should stay chilled; discard any portion that has an unusual smell or appearance.
Yes, many chocolate desserts can be frozen, but custard- or cream-based versions may turn watery or grainy after thawing. Freeze individual portions in airtight containers and thaw them in the refrigerator; add fresh toppings after thawing.
Chocolate dessert can become too firm if it is overbaked, overcooked or chilled for a long time. Follow the recipe’s cooking time, cover it while storing, and let it sit briefly at room temperature before serving if the recipe allows.
Sometimes, but cocoa powder and chocolate are not interchangeable in equal amounts. Chocolate also contributes fat and sugar, so substituting it can change the dessert’s texture and sweetness; use a recipe written for the ingredient you have.
No. Chocolate pudding is one kind of chocolate dessert, while the broader term also includes cakes, mousses and other chocolate-based sweets. Their ingredients, texture and serving temperature vary by recipe.
Strawberries, raspberries and oranges are popular pairings for chocolate dessert. Their fresh, tart flavour balances the richness of chocolate; serve them alongside or add them just before serving so they stay fresh.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.