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Classic cocoa cookie is a sweet, crisp treat made with cocoa and butter. It's a staple for tea time and snack breaks.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Classic cocoa cookie (25 g) has 120 calories. That works out to 480 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.3 g of carbs, 1.5 g of protein, 5.5 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 0 mg of Copper covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
120
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
16.3g
· 6% DV
Protein
1.5g
· 3% DV
Fat
5.5g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 5% · Fat 41%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 120 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.5 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 2.25 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 53 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.3 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 1.5 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 10 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 192 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 60 g | 288 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 360 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 480 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 480 kcal |
Calculated from 480 calories per 100 g.
A classic cocoa cookie is made by mixing butter, sugar, egg, flour, and cocoa into a dough, then shaping and baking it. Stop mixing as soon as the ingredients come together; overworking the dough can make the cookies tough.
Classic cocoa cookies often spread because the butter is too soft or the dough is warm when it goes into the oven. Chill the shaped dough before baking and place it on a cool baking sheet.
To keep classic cocoa cookies crisp, bake them until the edges are set and let them cool completely on a rack. Store them only after cooling, in an airtight container, so trapped steam does not soften them.
Either can work, but use the type specified by the recipe because natural and Dutch-process cocoa differ in acidity. That difference can affect how a dough leavened with baking soda rises and browns.
Yes, but melted chocolate is not a direct one-for-one swap for cocoa powder because it adds fat and moisture. Use a recipe designed for melted chocolate or adjust the other ingredients to keep the dough balanced.
Classic cocoa cookies can taste bitter if the cocoa is especially intense or the recipe does not contain enough sugar to balance it. Measure the cocoa carefully and mix the sugar thoroughly with the butter for an even flavor.
Store classic cocoa cookies in an airtight container at room temperature after they have cooled completely. Keeping them away from humidity helps preserve their crisp texture; warm cookies sealed in a container can turn soft.
Yes, classic cocoa cookie dough freezes well when portioned and sealed in a freezer-safe container or bag. Thaw it in the refrigerator before shaping or baking so the dough is easier to handle.
Classic cocoa cookies are ready when their edges look set but the centers still seem slightly soft. They firm up as they cool, so waiting for the centers to feel completely hard in the oven can leave them overbaked.
A classic cocoa cookie pairs well with coffee, tea, or a glass of milk. Fresh berries or sliced pear also complement its buttery cocoa flavor when you want to serve it as part of a snack.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.45mg · 3% DV
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
B3
0.3mg · 2% DV
B5
0.09mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Iron
0.53mg · 3% DV
Selenium
1.5µg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.06mg · 3% DV
Sodium
53mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
30mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 120 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 g):
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A classic cocoa cookie is a baked sweet made with cocoa, flour, butter and sugar. Recipes vary, but the familiar version is crisp at the edges and often has a tender, crumbly centre. It is a home-baking favourite in many places, rather than a dish tied to one specific origin.
Enjoy it with tea or coffee as an afternoon snack, or pack one for a break on the go. Its energy comes largely from carbohydrates and fat: a 100 g portion provides 480 calories, so one medium cookie makes a more modest treat. Pair it with fruit or an unsweetened drink if you want to balance the sweetness.
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
— 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
2.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.63g
Omega 6:3 ratio 30:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (30:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.