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Unsweetened cocoa powder rich in fiber and magnesium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Dr. Oetker Cocoa Powder (5 g) has 16 calories. That works out to 311 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.7 g of carbs, 1.2 g of protein, 0.6 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 5 g
16
KCAL / 5G
Carbs
0.7g
· 0% DV
Protein
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 22% · Protein 37% · Fat 41%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 16 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.6 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.34 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.05 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.7 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 1.2 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 tablespoon (medium) | 5 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 2.5 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 5 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 7.5 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 10 g | 31 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (large) | 15 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 20 g | 62 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 85 g | 264 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 311 kcal |
Calculated from 311 calories per 100 g.
They are both made from cocoa beans, but “cacao” is often used for less-processed products and is not a strictly standardized label. Dr. Oetker Cocoa Powder is an unsweetened cocoa powder, so use it as directed in recipes calling for cocoa powder.
Only if the recipe allows regular unsweetened cocoa. Dutch-process cocoa has different acidity, which can affect recipes that rely on baking soda for rise; check what type the recipe specifies before substituting.
Yes, Dr. Oetker Cocoa Powder can be eaten uncooked as an ingredient, for example mixed into yogurt or a smoothie. It is dry and bitter on its own, so blend it with liquid and sweeten to taste.
Yes, cocoa naturally contains some caffeine as well as theobromine, and Dr. Oetker Cocoa Powder is no exception. The amount in a prepared serving is much smaller than in coffee, but sensitive people may prefer not to have it late in the day.
Dr. Oetker Cocoa Powder does not dissolve completely in liquid, and dry powder can form lumps when it hits cold milk. Whisk it first with a small splash of milk to make a smooth paste, then add the rest.
Yes, sift Dr. Oetker Cocoa Powder lightly over cappuccino, cake, or a dessert such as tiramisu. A fine sieve helps prevent clumps and gives a more even dusting; the unsweetened cocoa adds a pleasantly bitter finish.
Mix Dr. Oetker Cocoa Powder with a little warm milk until smooth, then stir in the remaining milk. Since the cocoa is unsweetened, add sugar, honey, or another sweetener if you want a sweeter drink.
Keep Dr. Oetker Cocoa Powder tightly closed in a cool, dry cupboard, away from steam and strong-smelling foods. Moisture can make the powder clump, while nearby odors can dull its cocoa aroma.
Stale Dr. Oetker Cocoa Powder may have a noticeably weaker cocoa aroma or an unusual smell, especially if moisture got into the pack. Follow the date on the package and discard it if its smell or appearance has changed.
Not by itself. Dr. Oetker Cocoa Powder provides cocoa solids but does not supply enough cocoa butter to set into a firm bar; homemade chocolate also needs cocoa butter and a sweetener.
Vitamins
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B3
0.11mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Folate
1.6µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.19mg · 21% DV
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Magnesium
25mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
37mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
76mg · 2% DV
Sodium
1.05mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 16 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (5 g):
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Dr. Oetker Cocoa Powder is unsweetened cocoa made from cacao beans, used to add a deep chocolate flavour to cakes, biscuits, puddings and other desserts. Its taste is intense and pleasantly bitter rather than sweet. You can sift it into baking mixtures, dust it over a finished dessert, or whisk it into warm milk for a simple cocoa drink. It also works well stirred into porridge or yoghurt.
Cocoa powder is notable for its fibre and magnesium, but it is not a sweetened drink mix, so you control how much sugar goes into a drink or recipe. A little gives plenty of flavour; pair it with milk or a plant-based drink, or add fruit or cinnamon for a less sugary snack.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
High
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.34g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.17g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.17g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.