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Hot chocolate with whipped cream, made with rich cocoa and milk, topped with whipped cream.
In season: Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Hot Chocolate (Whipped Cream) (220 g) has 264 calories. That works out to 120 calories per 100 g. It contains 36.3 g of carbs, 7 g of protein, 11.2 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of B2 covers 30% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 220 g
264
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
36.3g
· 13% DV
Protein
7g
· 14% DV
Fat
11.2g
· 14% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 10% · Fat 37%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 264 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.2 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 6.82 g | 34% |
| Trans fat | 0.13 g | |
| Sodium | 119 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 36.3 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% |
| Protein | 7 g | 14% |
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 cup (medium) | 220 g | 264 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 120 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 300 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 360 kcal |
| 1 cup (jumbo) | 400 g | 480 kcal |
Calculated from 120 calories per 100 g.
Make hot chocolate with whipped cream by warming milk with cocoa and chopped chocolate, stirring until smooth. Pour it into a mug, then add whipped cream just before serving so the topping stays fluffy.
Dark or milk chocolate both work well for hot chocolate with whipped cream. Dark chocolate gives a deeper, less sweet flavor, while milk chocolate makes the drink sweeter; finely chopped pieces melt more evenly.
Use less milk or add more chocolate to make hot chocolate with whipped cream thicker. Heat it gently while stirring so the chocolate melts smoothly; boiling the milk can cause it to scorch or spill over.
Yes, cocoa powder works for hot chocolate with whipped cream. First mix it with a small splash of warm milk to make a smooth paste, then whisk in the remaining milk and heat gently to prevent lumps.
Add whipped cream to hot chocolate after pouring the drink into a mug. Putting it into the pan or adding it too early lets it melt into the hot chocolate instead of forming a fluffy topping.
Homemade hot chocolate with whipped cream lets you choose the chocolate and adjust the sweetness. A packet mix is quicker, but its flavor and sweetness are set by the mix; either can be topped with freshly whipped cream.
Refrigerate leftover hot chocolate without the whipped cream in a covered container and use it within a few days. Store the topping separately and add fresh whipped cream after reheating the drink.
Yes, you can reheat the hot chocolate, but remove the whipped cream first. Warm the drink gently on the stove, stirring often and avoiding a boil, then top it with fresh whipped cream.
Yes, hot chocolate with whipped cream contains a small amount of caffeine from cocoa, though it is not as concentrated as coffee. The amount varies with the cocoa and chocolate used.
It can affect sleep in people who are sensitive to cocoa’s caffeine and theobromine. Hot chocolate with whipped cream is usually less stimulating than coffee, but having it close to bedtime may still bother some sleepers.
Vitamins
B2
0.4mg · 31% DV
B12
0.62µg · 26% DV
Biotin
4.84µg · 16% DV
B5
0.7mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
172mg · 25% DV
Calcium
242mg · 24% DV
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
396mg · 12% DV
Sodium
119mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 264 calories in 1 cup (medium) (220 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.
Hot chocolate (whipped cream) is a warm drink made with cocoa and milk, finished with a topping of whipped cream. Its rich chocolate flavour is softened by the milk, while the cream adds a light, airy contrast. It is a familiar café and home drink in many places, especially in colder weather.
Enjoy it on its own, with a biscuit or pastry, or as a cosy after-dinner treat. The milk and cream make it more filling than a simple cocoa drink; it provides 120 kcal per 100 g. For a lighter cup, ask for less whipped cream or leave off the topping, and pair it with something lightly sweet rather than another rich dessert.
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.
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.
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
6.82g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.86g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.44g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.