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Chocotorta Calories
Sweet Argentine no-bake chocolate biscuit cake with dairy filling
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Chocotorta (120 g) has 432 calories. That works out to 360 calories per 100 g. It contains 55.8 g of carbs, 7.4 g of protein, 20.6 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 144 mg of Phosphorus covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chocotorta Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 120 g
432
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
55.8g
· 20% DV
Protein
7.4g
· 15% DV
Fat
20.6g
· 26% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 51% · Protein 7% · Fat 42%
Chocotorta nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 432 kcal | |
| Total fat | 20.6 g | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 11.28 g | 56% |
| Trans fat | 0.24 g | |
| Sodium | 264 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 55.8 g | 20% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% |
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 Slice of Chocotorta?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 120 g | 432 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 80 g | 288 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 360 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 140 g | 504 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 540 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 170 g | 612 kcal |
Calculated from 360 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chocotorta
What is Chocotorta?
Chocotorta is an Argentine no-bake layered cake made with chocolate biscuits and a creamy dulce de leche filling. The biscuits soften as the assembled dessert chills, giving it a texture somewhere between a biscuit cake and a chilled cheesecake.
How do you make Chocotorta?
To make Chocotorta, layer chocolate biscuits with a mixture of dulce de leche and cream cheese, briefly dipping the biscuits in milk or coffee first. Chill the assembled cake for several hours so the biscuits soften and the layers hold together.
What biscuits are used in Chocotorta?
Traditional Chocotorta uses Chocolinas, rectangular chocolate biscuits widely sold in Argentina. If you cannot find them, use crisp chocolate biscuits that can be layered; very soft or crumbly cookies may lose their shape when dipped and chilled.
What is the difference between Chocotorta and cheesecake?
Chocotorta is a no-bake biscuit cake built from layers of chocolate cookies and dulce de leche–cream cheese filling. Unlike conventional cheesecake, it has no baked filling or crumb crust; the softened biscuits form its distinct cake-like layers.
Why is Chocotorta so popular in Argentina?
Chocotorta became a much-loved Argentine dessert because it uses familiar local ingredients, especially Chocolinas biscuits and dulce de leche, and needs no oven. Its simple assembly also makes it a popular homemade cake for birthdays and family gatherings.
Do you dip the biscuits in milk or coffee for Chocotorta?
Either works for Chocotorta, and the choice changes the flavor. Milk keeps the layers mild, while coffee adds a roasted note that balances the sweet filling. Dip each biscuit briefly; soaking it can make the finished cake soggy.
Can you make Chocotorta without dulce de leche?
You can make a variation of Chocotorta without dulce de leche, but it will not have the dessert’s characteristic caramel-like flavor. A thick caramel spread can give a similar result; choose one firm enough to mix with cream cheese and hold between the biscuit layers.
How long should Chocotorta chill before serving?
Chill Chocotorta for at least several hours before serving, preferably until the following day. The resting time lets the biscuits absorb moisture from the filling, softens their texture, and makes the cake easier to slice cleanly.
How should leftover Chocotorta be stored?
Keep leftover Chocotorta covered in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Its cream cheese filling should stay chilled, so return slices to the fridge promptly rather than leaving the cake out during a long gathering.
Can you freeze Chocotorta?
Yes, Chocotorta can be frozen when wrapped tightly or stored in an airtight container. Thaw it in the refrigerator before serving; slow thawing helps the cream cheese filling keep its texture and prevents the layers from becoming overly soft.
Chocotorta Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.26mg · 20% DV
B12
0.42µg · 18% DV
Vitamin A
144µg · 16% DV
B5
0.54mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
144mg · 21% DV
Calcium
168mg · 17% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Manganese
0.34mg · 15% DV
Sodium
264mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
252mg · 7% DV
Chocotorta Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chocotorta
To burn the 432 calories in 1 slice (medium) (120 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 Chocotorta?
Chocotorta is an Argentine no-bake cake, traditionally made by layering chocolate biscuits with a filling of dulce de leche and cream cheese. The biscuits are usually dipped briefly in coffee or milk, then the assembled cake is chilled so the layers soften and hold together.
Rich, sweet and creamy, it is a familiar treat at birthdays and family gatherings in Argentina, often served cold with coffee. Elsewhere, it works well as an easy make-ahead dessert for a shared table. It is an energy-dense sweet, with plenty of carbohydrates and comparatively little fibre or protein. Serve modest slices, or pair one with unsweetened coffee to balance its sweetness.
How Nutritious Is Chocotorta?
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 Chocotorta 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 Chocotorta Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Chocotorta 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
Chocotorta Fat Profile
SATURATED
11.28g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.52g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 36:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (36:1).
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