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Melted dark chocolate chips Calories
Cocoa-rich, energy-dense, provides iron and magnesium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 tablespoon (medium) of Melted dark chocolate chips (30 g) has 164 calories. That works out to 545 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.8 g of carbs, 1.5 g of protein, 9.4 g of fat and 2.4 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 26% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 23 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Melted dark chocolate chips Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
164
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
17.8g
· 6% DV
Protein
1.5g
· 3% DV
Fat
9.4g
· 12% DV
Fiber
2.4g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 4% · Fat 52%
Melted dark chocolate chips nutrition facts table · 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 164 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.4 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 5.67 g | 28% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 7.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.8 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% |
| Protein | 1.5 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 Tablespoon of Melted dark chocolate chips?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 7 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 153 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 164 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 43 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 45 g | 245 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 85 g | 463 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 545 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 170 g | 927 kcal |
Calculated from 545 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Melted dark chocolate chips
How do you melt dark chocolate chips?
Melt dark chocolate chips gently in a dry bowl over barely simmering water, or use a microwave in short bursts. Stir often and stop heating while a few chips remain; residual heat will melt them without scorching the chocolate.
Can you melt dark chocolate chips in the microwave?
Yes, dark chocolate chips can be melted in the microwave. Heat them in short bursts, stirring between each one, and stop before every chip has melted. The chips continue melting from residual heat, so longer heating can burn them.
Why did my melted dark chocolate chips seize?
Melted dark chocolate chips usually seize when even a little water or steam gets into them. Keep the bowl and utensils completely dry, and avoid letting the bowl touch the water in a double boiler.
How can you thin melted dark chocolate chips for dipping?
To thin melted dark chocolate chips, stir in a small amount of cocoa butter or neutral oil. Add it gradually until the chocolate flows easily; water can make the mixture seize, while cream turns it into a softer, ganache-like coating.
Can you use melted dark chocolate chips for dipping strawberries?
Yes, melted dark chocolate chips work for dipping strawberries. Wash the berries ahead of time and dry them thoroughly, since moisture can make the chocolate seize or slide off. Set the dipped berries on parchment until the coating firms.
Do melted dark chocolate chips need to be tempered?
No, tempering is not essential for every use, but it helps melted dark chocolate chips set with a glossy finish and a firm snap. For a simple drizzle or baking mixture, melting and cooling them without tempering is usually enough.
How do you make melted dark chocolate chips set hard?
Melted dark chocolate chips will set firm as they cool, provided you have not added much oil or liquid. For a glossy coating that stays firm at room temperature, temper the chocolate rather than simply cooling it.
Can you remelt dark chocolate chips after they have cooled?
Yes, cooled dark chocolate chips can be melted again. Reheat them gently in a dry bowl, stirring frequently; if they were previously tempered, remelting may undo the temper, so temper them again for a firm, glossy coating.
How should you store leftover melted dark chocolate chips?
Let leftover melted dark chocolate chips cool, then store them in an airtight container in a cool, dry place or refrigerate them if your kitchen is warm. Reheat gently before using, and keep moisture out of the container.
What can you make with melted dark chocolate chips besides a dip?
Melted dark chocolate chips can be drizzled over popcorn, fruit, pancakes, or baked goods, or stirred into a ganache. For a smooth drizzle, let the chocolate cool slightly before transferring it to a piping bag or spooning it over the food.
Melted dark chocolate chips Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
Vitamin K
2.19µg · 2% DV
B3
0.27mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.45µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.23mg · 26% DV
Magnesium
44mg · 10% DV
Iron
1.86mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
62mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
151mg · 4% DV
Sodium
7.2mg · 0% DV
Melted dark chocolate chips Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Melted dark chocolate chips
To burn the 164 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 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.
What is Melted dark chocolate chips?
Melted dark chocolate chips are small pieces of dark chocolate warmed until smooth and pourable. They are a convenient baking ingredient for brownies, cookies and cakes, and work well as a coating or drizzle for fruit and other desserts. Once cooled, the chocolate firms up again, making it useful for dipping and decorating.
Its flavour is cocoa-forward, with a balance of sweetness and bitterness; the texture is glossy and fluid when warm, then firmer as it sets. Across many English-speaking kitchens, it is used in home baking or served over strawberries, bananas or ice cream. It is energy-dense, with 545 calories per 100 g, so a little can go a long way. Pair it with fresh fruit for a simple dessert.
How Nutritious Is Melted dark chocolate chips?
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
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 Melted dark chocolate chips 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 Melted dark chocolate chips Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Melted dark chocolate chips Good For?
Vegan
— Not 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
Melted dark chocolate chips Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.67g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.88g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.33g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16:1).
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