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Crumbled cocoa cookies commonly used for dessert bases and toppings
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (grated) of Cocoa cookie crumbs (20 g) has 96 calories. That works out to 480 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.6 g of carbs, 1.1 g of protein, 4 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (grated) · 20 g
96
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
13.6g
· 5% DV
Protein
1.1g
· 2% DV
Fat
4g
· 5% 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 57% · Protein 5% · Fat 38%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 96 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.62 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 64 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.6 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 1.1 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (grated) | 20 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 10 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 15 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 ounce (whole) | 28 g | 134 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (grated) | 30 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 35 g | 168 kcal |
| ½ cup (grated) | 60 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 288 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 480 kcal |
| 1 cup (grated) | 120 g | 576 kcal |
Calculated from 480 calories per 100 g.
Mix cocoa cookie crumbs with melted butter, then press the mixture firmly and evenly into the pan. Chill or pre-bake the crust according to your cheesecake recipe; a firmly packed base is less likely to crumble when sliced.
Cocoa cookie crumbs work well in cheesecake crusts, dessert cups, cookie balls, and chocolate truffle-style treats. You can also scatter them over pudding or ice cream for a crunchy chocolate-cookie topping.
Yes, cocoa cookie crumbs can replace graham cracker crumbs in many crusts. They bring a chocolate-cookie flavor, so they pair especially well with chocolate, coffee, or creamy fillings; adjust the butter until the mixture packs together.
You can bind cocoa cookie crumbs with melted chocolate, nut butter, or mashed dates instead of butter. Add the binder gradually and stop when the crumbs hold together when pressed, so the mixture does not become overly soft.
A cocoa cookie crumb crust usually falls apart because it has too little binder or was not pressed firmly enough into the pan. Mix the crumbs thoroughly with melted butter, compact them well, and chill the crust before filling.
Yes, cocoa cookie crumbs make an easy base for chocolate truffle-style bites. Mix them with a sticky ingredient such as melted chocolate or cream cheese, shape the mixture, and chill it; coat the bites with cocoa or extra crumbs.
Put cocoa cookies in a sealed bag and crush them with a rolling pin, or pulse them in a food processor. Use fine crumbs for a smooth crust and leave some larger pieces if you want a more textured topping.
Yes, cocoa cookie crumbs make a crunchy topping for ice cream. Add them just before serving, because contact with melting ice cream quickly softens the crumbs.
Store cocoa cookie crumbs in an airtight container in a cool, dry cupboard. Keep moisture out and close the container after each use so the crumbs stay crisp and do not pick up odors.
Yes, cocoa cookie crumbs can be frozen in an airtight container or freezer bag. Thaw them while still sealed to limit condensation, then use them for a crust or topping once they are dry and crumbly.
Vitamins
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
B3
0.32mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.6µg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.1mg · 4% DV
Selenium
1.6µg · 3% DV
Sodium
64mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
42mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 96 calories in 2 tablespoon (grated) (20 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.
Cocoa cookie crumbs are sweet cocoa-flavoured biscuits crushed into small pieces. They are a baking ingredient rather than a dish in their own right, used to make dessert crusts, add a layer to trifles and cheesecakes, or finish cakes and ice cream. For a firm base, they are often combined with melted butter and pressed into a tin.
Their chocolatey sweetness and crisp texture soften when paired with cream, custard or other moist fillings. They are mostly a source of carbohydrates and fat, with relatively little protein, so think of them as a flavourful topping or base rather than a substantial snack. Use a light hand, or serve a smaller amount with fruit 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
1.62g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.62g
Omega 6:3 ratio 56:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (56:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.