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Sweet, creamy, contains cocoa and milk
In season: Winter · Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Milk Chocolate (25 g) has 134 calories. That works out to 535 calories per 100 g. It contains 14 g of carbs, 1.9 g of protein, 7.8 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Milk chocolate combines cocoa solids and cocoa butter with sugar and milk, and is commonly sold in bars. Its development is closely associated with Swiss chocolate-making in the 19th century. Smooth and creamy, with a mellow cocoa flavour, it is often eaten a square or two at a time as a snack, shared with coffee or tea, or used in baking and desserts. In many places, bars and small wrapped pieces are everyday treats; it also melts easily into sauces and toppings.
It is an energy-dense sweet, with much of its energy coming from sugar and fat, alongside some protein from the milk and cocoa. For a lighter treat, keep the portion modest or pair a piece with fresh fruit.
Selected: 100 g
535
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
56g
· 20% DV
Protein
7.6g
· 15% DV
Fat
31g
· 40% 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 42% · Protein 6% · Fat 52%
Vitamins
B12
0.5µg · 21% DV
B2
0.26mg · 20% DV
Biotin
6µg · 20% DV
B5
0.6mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
210mg · 30% DV
Calcium
190mg · 19% DV
Zinc
2mg · 18% DV
Magnesium
60mg · 14% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 535 calories in 100 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.
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
19g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.7:1).
Yes, milk chocolate is real chocolate because it contains cocoa ingredients, typically cocoa solids and cocoa butter, along with milk and sugar. Its milk content and sweeter taste distinguish it from dark chocolate; the exact recipe varies by product.
Yes, milk chocolate contains some caffeine because it is made with cocoa. It generally has less caffeine than a comparable amount of dark chocolate, though the amount varies with the cocoa content. Sensitive people may want to avoid it near bedtime.
No, dogs should not eat milk chocolate. Cocoa contains theobromine, which dogs process slowly and which can poison them. If your dog has eaten any, contact a veterinarian promptly and share the type and estimated amount of chocolate.
Melt milk chocolate gently in a dry bowl over barely simmering water, or microwave it in short bursts while stirring between them. Keep water and steam out of the chocolate, and stop heating while a few small pieces remain so residual heat can finish melting them.
Milk chocolate can develop a pale coating when cocoa butter or sugar moves to the surface, often after temperature changes or exposure to moisture. This is called bloom and is generally safe to eat, although the chocolate may taste or feel different.
Store milk chocolate tightly wrapped in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and strong-smelling foods. A stable room-temperature cupboard is usually better than the refrigerator, where moisture and temperature changes can leave the surface dull or streaked.
Yes, milk chocolate works in cookies, brownies, and other baked goods, but it makes them sweeter and less cocoa-rich than dark chocolate. Consider reducing the recipe’s added sugar, and watch the baking time because chocolate can scorch.
Yes, milk chocolate can eventually lose quality or spoil, especially if stored warm, damp, or unwrapped. Discard it if you see mold, notice an unpleasant rancid smell, or find a clearly abnormal texture; a simple white bloom is not usually spoilage.
Milk chocolate seizes when even a small amount of water gets into the melted chocolate, causing the sugar and cocoa particles to clump. Use completely dry utensils and keep steam away. For a smooth coating, avoid adding water or other watery ingredients.
No, milk chocolate is unsafe for cats. Its theobromine and caffeine can be toxic, and cats should not be given chocolate as a treat. If a cat eats some, contact a veterinarian for advice rather than waiting for symptoms.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.