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Popular chocolate brand, available in milk and dark varieties, elegant stick shape
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Merci stick chocolate (18 g) has 97 calories. That works out to 540 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.7 g of carbs, 1.1 g of protein, 5.9 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 18 g
97
KCAL / 18G
Carbs
9.7g
· 4% DV
Protein
1.1g
· 2% DV
Fat
5.9g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 40% · Protein 5% · Fat 55%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 97 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.9 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.6 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.7 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| 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 piece (medium) | 18 g | 97 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 9 g | 49 kcal |
| 2 piece (large) | 36 g | 194 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 36 g | 194 kcal |
| 3 piece (jumbo) | 54 g | 292 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 90 g | 486 kcal |
| 5 piece (extra large) | 90 g | 486 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 540 kcal |
Calculated from 540 calories per 100 g.
Merci stick chocolate is made from chocolate ingredients such as cocoa, sugar and, in milk varieties, milk components. The exact recipe differs by variety, so a dark stick and a milk chocolate stick should not be assumed to have identical ingredients.
Merci is a chocolate brand owned by Germany-based August Storck. The manufacturing site can vary by product and market, so the country of origin printed on the specific package is the best guide for the stick you have.
Merci milk chocolate sticks have a creamier, sweeter taste, while the dark varieties have a more pronounced cocoa flavor. The available varieties differ between packs and markets, so the names on the package indicate which type is inside.
Store Merci stick chocolate sealed in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and heat. Warm conditions can soften or melt it, while temperature changes may leave a harmless whitish bloom on the surface that affects appearance more than safety.
No. Merci stick chocolate comes as longer, individually wrapped chocolate pieces, whereas Merci Petits are smaller, bite-sized pieces. Their assortment and available flavors can also differ, depending on the pack and market.
The standard Merci stick chocolate varieties are chocolate pieces, not liqueur-filled chocolates. Recipes can vary by product and country, so if you need to avoid alcohol strictly, read the ingredients for the exact pack rather than relying on the brand name.
Yes, Merci stick chocolate goes well with coffee. The milk chocolate offers a sweeter, creamier contrast to coffee, while a dark stick pairs with its more intense flavors; one piece can be an easy way to keep the pairing modest.
Merci stick chocolate contains sugar and carbohydrates that can raise blood glucose, so it is not automatically suitable for everyone with diabetes. Whether it fits depends on your personal meal plan and portion; ask your doctor or dietitian for individual guidance.
Yes, children can have Merci stick chocolate as an occasional sweet, rather than as an everyday snack. Offer it in a form appropriate for the child's age, and take account of the milk and soy allergen information on the package.
Yes, Merci stick chocolate can be eaten during pregnancy, but chocolate contains small amounts of caffeine and the product is sweet. If you have been asked to limit caffeine, include it in your daily total and ask your clinician about personal restrictions.
Vitamins
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
B12
0.05µg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.45µg · 2% DV
B5
0.07mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
32mg · 5% DV
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
11mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
58mg · 2% DV
Sodium
11mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 97 calories in 1 piece (medium) (18 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.
Merci stick chocolate is a packaged chocolate from the German Merci brand, shaped into slim, individually wrapped pieces. It comes in milk and dark varieties, making it easy to offer a choice when sharing or giving a small gift.
The milk version is sweet and creamy, while the dark one has a deeper cocoa flavour. Enjoy a piece with coffee or tea, serve it after a meal, or add it to a selection of chocolates for guests. It is an energy-dense sweet rather than a substantial snack; 100 g provides 540 kcal. For a lighter treat, have one stick and pair it with an unsweetened drink.
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.
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.
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.
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
3.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.62g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.18g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.