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Matcha KitKat Calories
Green tea chocolate wafer
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Matcha KitKat (12 g) has 62 calories. That works out to 520 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.2 g of carbs, 0.8 g of protein, 3.4 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Matcha KitKat Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 12 g
62
KCAL / 12G
Carbs
7.2g
· 3% DV
Protein
0.8g
· 2% DV
Fat
3.4g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 5% · Fat 49%
Matcha KitKat nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (12 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 62 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.4 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.92 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 7.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.2 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.8 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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How Many Calories in 1 Matcha KitKat?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 12 g | 62 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 8 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 20 g | 104 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 24 g | 125 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 35 g | 182 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 50 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 70 g | 364 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 520 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 100 g | 520 kcal |
Calculated from 520 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Matcha KitKat
What does Matcha KitKat taste like?
Matcha KitKat combines a crisp wafer with a sweet coating that has a green-tea, slightly earthy flavor. The sweetness softens matcha’s grassy notes, so it tastes milder and more dessert-like than a cup of unsweetened matcha.
Does Matcha KitKat contain caffeine?
Yes, Matcha KitKat can contain some caffeine because its matcha-flavored coating may include green tea. The amount varies by product and serving, so people sensitive to caffeine may prefer not to eat it close to bedtime.
What is Matcha KitKat made of?
Matcha KitKat is a wafer covered in a matcha-flavored coating. The exact ingredients can vary by market and product version, so read the ingredient list on your package if you need details about a particular bar.
How is Matcha KitKat different from regular KitKat?
Matcha KitKat has the familiar crisp wafer layers, but its coating brings a sweet green-tea flavor instead of the usual chocolate-forward taste. Matcha adds a mild earthy note that makes this version distinct from the original.
Does Matcha KitKat contain real matcha?
Some Matcha KitKat versions may use matcha or green tea powder, but the name alone does not confirm how much is present. Check the ingredient list on the specific package to see whether matcha or green tea powder is listed.
Why is Matcha KitKat green?
Matcha KitKat gets its green appearance from the matcha or green-tea ingredients in its coating. The shade can vary between versions and markets, so a lighter or darker color does not by itself tell you how strong the matcha flavor will be.
Where can you buy Matcha KitKat?
Matcha KitKat is often sold in Asian grocery stores, import shops, and online, while availability in regular supermarkets varies by country. Because imported sweets may be stored or shipped for longer, check the package condition and date before buying.
Is Matcha KitKat a Japanese flavor?
Yes, matcha is strongly associated with Japanese tea, and Matcha KitKat is especially known as a Japanese KitKat flavor. Japan has released multiple regional and seasonal KitKat varieties, so the exact matcha version available can change.
How should you store Matcha KitKat after opening?
Keep Matcha KitKat in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and heat. After opening, seal the wrapper or place the remaining pieces in an airtight container; warm conditions can soften or melt the coating.
Can you bake with Matcha KitKat?
Yes, you can chop Matcha KitKat into pieces and add them to cookies, brownies, or other baked treats. The wafer may soften during baking, so folding the pieces into batter near the end helps retain some texture.
Matcha KitKat Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B12
0.02µg · 1% DV
B3
0.14mg · 1% DV
B5
0.04mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
8.4mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Calcium
9.6mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
14mg · 0% DV
Sodium
7.2mg · 0% DV
Matcha KitKat Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Matcha KitKat
To burn the 62 calories in 1 piece (medium) (12 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 Matcha KitKat?
Matcha KitKat is a matcha-flavoured take on the familiar chocolate-coated wafer, with crisp layers beneath a sweet green-tea cream. Matcha and tea-flavoured sweets are particularly associated with Japan, where KitKat has offered a range of regional and seasonal flavours; this one brings a distinct tea note to the classic format.
It tastes sweet and chocolatey, with matcha’s gently grassy, slightly bitter edge. Enjoy it as a small snack with tea or coffee, or as a treat after a meal; in Japan, it also makes a popular souvenir-style sweet. It is mainly a source of carbohydrate and fat, with comparatively little protein or fibre. One medium piece is about 12 g, so it can fit as a modest treat alongside fruit or an unsweetened drink.
How Nutritious Is Matcha KitKat?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Matcha KitKat Processed?
NOVA 4
Ultra-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 Matcha KitKat Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Matcha KitKat Good For?
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
Matcha KitKat Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.92g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.3g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.