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Dark chocolate with candied chestnut Calories
Rich sweet treat with fiber and cocoa polyphenols
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (small) of Dark chocolate with candied chestnut (25 g) has 123 calories. That works out to 490 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.4 g of carbs, 1.3 g of protein, 6.9 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 38% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Dark chocolate with candied chestnut Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 25 g
123
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
15.4g
· 6% DV
Protein
1.3g
· 3% DV
Fat
6.9g
· 9% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 48% · Protein 4% · Fat 48%
Dark chocolate with candied chestnut nutrition facts table · 1 piece (small) (25 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 123 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.9 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 4.05 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.4 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 1.3 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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How Many Calories in 1 Small Dark chocolate with candied chestnut?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 12 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 147 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 196 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 245 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 294 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 368 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 490 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 490 kcal |
Calculated from 490 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dark chocolate with candied chestnut
What is dark chocolate with candied chestnut?
Dark chocolate with candied chestnut combines cocoa-rich chocolate with chestnuts cooked and preserved in sugar syrup. The chestnut adds a tender, sweet bite that contrasts with the chocolate’s deeper, more bitter flavor.
How do you make dark chocolate with candied chestnut at home?
Melt dark chocolate gently, fold in chopped candied chestnuts, then spread the mixture in a mould or on parchment and let it set in a cool place. Keep the chestnut pieces small for more even portions.
What are the chestnuts in dark chocolate with candied chestnut?
They are candied chestnuts, often called marrons glacés in French: chestnuts slowly cooked in sugar syrup until sweet and tender. In dark chocolate with candied chestnut, they may be whole, chopped, or used as a filling.
Does dark chocolate with candied chestnut need to be refrigerated?
Usually, dark chocolate with candied chestnut does not need refrigeration; store it in a sealed container in a cool, dry place. Refrigeration can introduce moisture and cause the chocolate to develop a pale, powdery-looking surface.
Why does dark chocolate with candied chestnut sometimes turn white?
Dark chocolate with candied chestnut can develop a whitish bloom when temperature changes bring cocoa butter or sugar to the surface. The appearance may be less appealing, but bloom alone does not mean the chocolate is unsafe to eat.
Is dark chocolate with candied chestnut the same as marrons glacés?
No. Marrons glacés are candied chestnuts themselves, while dark chocolate with candied chestnut is a chocolate confection that contains them. The French term usually refers to the chestnut sweet, not the finished chocolate.
What can you serve with dark chocolate with candied chestnut?
Serve dark chocolate with candied chestnut with black coffee, espresso, or unsweetened tea; their roasted or brisk flavors balance the sweet chestnut. It also works on a dessert board with fresh pear or lightly toasted nuts.
Can you bake with dark chocolate with candied chestnut?
Yes, you can chop dark chocolate with candied chestnut into brownie or cookie batter, or use it as a topping for cakes. The chocolate melts during baking, while the candied chestnut adds sweet, soft pieces.
Is dark chocolate with candied chestnut bitter or sweet?
It is both: the dark chocolate brings cocoa bitterness, while the candied chestnut contributes pronounced sweetness. The result varies with the chocolate’s cocoa intensity and how much candied chestnut is included.
Is dark chocolate with candied chestnut good for you?
Dark chocolate with candied chestnut provides some fiber and cocoa polyphenols, but it is still a rich sweet treat, and the chestnuts are sugar-candied. Enjoy it as a small dessert rather than treating it as a health food.
Dark chocolate with candied chestnut Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B3
0.21mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.38µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.34mg · 38% DV
Magnesium
41mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Iron
1.4mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
140mg · 4% DV
Sodium
3mg · 0% DV
Dark chocolate with candied chestnut Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Dark chocolate with candied chestnut
To burn the 123 calories in 1 piece (small) (25 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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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 Dark chocolate with candied chestnut?
Dark chocolate with candied chestnut is a confection combining cocoa-rich chocolate with chestnuts cooked in sugar. It is not tied to one single place of origin: candied chestnuts have a long presence in European confectionery, while chestnut sweets are also familiar in parts of Turkey, particularly Bursa.
The chocolate brings a bittersweet, roasted-cocoa flavour, while the chestnut adds a tender, sugary chew. Serve a small piece with coffee or tea, or offer it after a meal as a sweet bite. It has more fibre than many treats, but remains energy-dense and sweet; the listed fibre is 8.1 g per 100 g. A modest piece alongside unsweetened coffee makes a satisfying pairing without making it the centre of the snack.
How Nutritious Is Dark chocolate with candied chestnut?
Nutrient density
Medium
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
Medium
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 Dark chocolate with candied chestnut 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 Dark chocolate with candied chestnut Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Dark chocolate with candied chestnut Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Dark chocolate with candied chestnut Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.13g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 28:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (28:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.