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Melted dark chocolate containing 57% cocoa; melting alone does not meaningfully change its nutrition.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Melted 57% dark chocolate (15 g) has 86 calories. That works out to 570 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.8 g of carbs, 1.1 g of protein, 5.6 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
86
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
7.8g
· 3% DV
Protein
1.1g
· 2% DV
Fat
5.6g
· 7% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 36% · Protein 5% · Fat 59%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 86 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.6 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 3.38 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.8 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| 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 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 29 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 20 g | 114 kcal |
| 25 g | 25 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 160 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 30 g | 171 kcal |
| 50 g | 50 g | 285 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 570 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 170 g | 969 kcal |
Calculated from 570 calories per 100 g.
Break the 57% dark chocolate into small, even pieces and microwave it in a dry, heat-safe bowl in short bursts, stirring between each one. Stop when a few pieces remain and stir until smooth; residual heat will finish melting them without scorching the chocolate.
Yes, melted 57% dark chocolate works well as a cake drizzle or topping. Let it cool slightly before pouring so it does not run straight off the cake. For a softer, more spreadable finish, stir in warm cream rather than adding water.
Even a small splash of water can make melted 57% dark chocolate seize into a thick, grainy mass. Keep the bowl, utensils, and steam from the double boiler dry. If it has seized, it may still work in a sauce or batter, but not for a smooth shell.
Put chopped 57% dark chocolate in a dry heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of gently simmering water. The bowl should not touch the water, and steam must not escape into the chocolate. Stir until just melted, then remove the bowl from the heat.
Yes, melted 57% dark chocolate makes a flavorful coating for strawberries, orange segments, or dried fruit. Pat fresh fruit completely dry before dipping, because surface moisture can make the chocolate seize. Chill the dipped fruit until the coating sets, then serve it soon.
To make melted 57% dark chocolate easier to drizzle, stir in a little neutral-flavored oil until it reaches the consistency you want. Add it gradually. Oil can keep the coating softer after it sets, so use this method for a topping rather than a crisp chocolate shell.
Not as a direct one-for-one replacement: melted 57% dark chocolate adds fat and liquid to cookie dough, while chips stay in distinct pieces. For a chocolate-flavored dough, use a recipe written for melted chocolate; for pockets of chocolate, use chopped solid chocolate instead.
Let leftover melted 57% dark chocolate cool, then store it covered in a dry, airtight container in a cool place. It will harden as it cools, which is normal. If it contains cream or another perishable ingredient, refrigerate it and use it promptly.
Yes, tempering melted 57% dark chocolate helps produce a shiny coating that snaps cleanly and sets firmly at room temperature. It is useful for dipped sweets and molded chocolates, but unnecessary for brownies, sauces, or ganache. Tempering controls how the cocoa butter crystals form.
White or gray streaks on set 57% dark chocolate usually mean cocoa butter or sugar has migrated to the surface. Temperature changes can encourage cocoa-butter bloom, while moisture can cause sugar bloom. The chocolate is usually still edible, but may look dull and feel less smooth.
Vitamins
B5
0.06mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.3µg · 1% DV
B3
0.16mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.17mg · 19% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Iron
1.2mg · 7% DV
Magnesium
22mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
84mg · 2% DV
Sodium
3mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Melted 57% dark chocolate is dark chocolate with 57% cocoa that has been warmed until pourable. Chocolate is made from cacao, cocoa butter and usually sugar; melting changes its texture, not its nutrition in any meaningful way.
It tastes bittersweet and cocoa-forward, with a smooth, fluid texture while warm and a firm set once cooled. Use it to dip fruit, drizzle over cakes or biscuits, or fold into desserts. It is energy-dense, with some fibre from the cocoa. Pairing a small portion with fresh fruit makes for a simple dessert, and gentle heating helps keep it smooth.
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.
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ 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
3.38g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.73g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.18g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.