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A calorie-dense confection combining chocolate with licorice flavor.
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Danish licorice chocolate (20 g) has 104 calories. That works out to 520 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.1 g of carbs, 1.1 g of protein, 5.7 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 20 g
104
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
12.1g
· 4% DV
Protein
1.1g
· 2% DV
Fat
5.7g
· 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 46% · Protein 4% · Fat 50%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 104 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.7 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 3.44 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 29 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.1 g | 4% |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 20 g | 104 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 10 g | 52 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (chopped) | 24 g | 125 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 147 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 35 g | 182 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 40 g | 208 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (chopped) | 45 g | 234 kcal |
| ½ cup (chopped) | 90 g | 468 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 520 kcal |
Calculated from 520 calories per 100 g.
Danish licorice chocolate is chocolate flavored with licorice, a root with a distinctive sweet, earthy taste. Recipes vary: some use licorice extract or powder, while others use flavoring, and certain versions add salty salmiak.
Danish licorice chocolate combines cocoa with licorice’s distinctive sweet, herbal flavor, which can linger after each bite. The balance varies: a darker chocolate makes the cocoa more prominent, while a stronger licorice flavor gives the confection a sharper finish.
Not always. Some Danish licorice chocolate contains salmiak, also called ammonium chloride, which gives licorice a salty, sharp taste. Other versions are sweet rather than salty, so the flavor depends on the particular recipe.
Some Danish licorice chocolate is made with licorice-root extract or powder, while other products use licorice flavoring. A strong licorice taste alone does not tell you which was used, and recipes vary between makers.
Licorice adds a bold flavor that contrasts with chocolate’s cocoa notes, creating a more distinctive confection than plain chocolate. The pairing also reflects the popularity of licorice sweets in Denmark and other Nordic countries.
Danish licorice chocolate combines licorice flavor with chocolate, while salted licorice is a licorice confection that may contain salmiak and usually has no chocolate. Some chocolate versions are salty too, but the two names do not mean the same thing.
Danish licorice chocolate pairs well with black coffee or unsweetened tea, whose bitterness balances its sweet, lingering flavor. A small piece can also work alongside plain biscuits, but strongly flavored sweets may compete with the licorice.
Keep Danish licorice chocolate in a sealed wrapper or container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and strong odors. Avoid temperature swings, which can dull the surface or affect its texture; refrigerate only when the room is too warm.
It can if it contains enough licorice-derived glycyrrhizin and is eaten frequently or in large amounts; glycyrrhizin can raise blood pressure and lower potassium. The amount varies by product, so people with high blood pressure, heart or kidney conditions should ask a health professional about regular consumption.
No, do not give Danish licorice chocolate to dogs. Cocoa in chocolate can be toxic to them, and the danger depends on the chocolate type and amount eaten. Contact a veterinarian promptly if your dog has eaten any.
Vitamins
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
B12
0.05µg · 2% DV
B5
0.08mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.5µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.14mg · 6% DV
Magnesium
21mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
31mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
62mg · 2% DV
Sodium
29mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Danish licorice chocolate combines chocolate with the distinctive flavour of licorice root. Licorice is especially familiar in Danish and wider Nordic sweets, including strongly flavoured, sometimes salty confections; adding it to chocolate makes for a more unusual treat than a plain milk or dark bar. Recipes vary, so the chocolate may contain licorice pieces, a flavoured filling, or both.
Expect cocoa sweetness alongside licorice’s herbal, gently bitter character, with a texture that can be smooth or crunchy depending on the style. It is often enjoyed in small pieces with coffee or as part of a selection of sweets. This is an energy-dense confection, with 520 kcal per 100 g. If you are new to the flavour, try a small piece with unsweetened coffee, which lets the licorice stand out without adding more 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
3.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.64g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.41g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.