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Candy-coated chocolate
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Pink chocolate dragées (15 g) has 76 calories. That works out to 505 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.4 g of carbs, 0.8 g of protein, 3.9 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 0 mg of Copper covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
76
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
9.4g
· 3% DV
Protein
0.8g
· 2% DV
Fat
3.9g
· 5% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 4% · Fat 46%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 76 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.9 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.31 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 13 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.4 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.4 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 4 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 25 kcal |
| 5 piece (small) | 20 g | 101 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 152 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 152 kcal |
| 10 piece (medium) | 40 g | 202 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 45 g | 227 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 505 kcal |
Calculated from 505 calories per 100 g.
Pink chocolate dragées usually have a chocolate centre covered in a hard, sweet coating. Commercial versions are ultra-processed confectionery; the coating may include colouring or glazing ingredients, and the exact recipe varies by product.
Not necessarily: pink chocolate dragées are often ordinary chocolate centres with a pink outer shell. Ruby chocolate is a distinct type of chocolate with its own pink hue and fruity notes, so the colour of a dragée alone does not identify it.
The pink colour in pink chocolate dragées usually comes from colouring in the outer shell. Some products may use pink-tinted chocolate instead, so the shade alone cannot tell you which ingredient or method was used.
Keep pink chocolate dragées in a sealed container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Heat and humidity can make the coating sticky, while temperature swings can cause a pale bloom on the chocolate.
Yes, pink chocolate dragées work well as a colourful topping for cakes, cupcakes and cookies. Add them after the bake has cooled so the coating stays crisp and the dragées keep their shape.
Yes, pink chocolate dragées can be melted, but their sugary shells may make the result less smooth than melted chocolate. Use gentle heat and stir frequently; for a neat finish, they are usually better used whole as a topping.
Pink chocolate dragées can replace chocolate chips when you want a colourful, crunchy addition, but they do not behave quite the same. Their shells stay distinct and can add extra sweetness rather than melting into soft chocolate pockets.
Usually, yes: pink chocolate dragées have a chocolate centre beneath the coloured shell. The amount and type of chocolate can differ between products, and some pink-looking confectionery may instead have a different centre.
Pink chocolate dragées can be a choking hazard for toddlers because they are small and hard. Avoid giving them to children who are not yet able to chew and swallow such foods safely, and supervise older young children.
People with diabetes should treat pink chocolate dragées as a sugary sweet that can raise blood glucose. Whether and how much to include depends on an individual care plan, so ask a doctor or dietitian if you need personal guidance.
Vitamins
B12
0.05µg · 2% DV
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
Vitamin A
8.25µg · 1% DV
Vitamin E
0.1mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
25mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
9.3mg · 2% DV
Calcium
16mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
38mg · 1% DV
Sodium
13mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 76 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g):
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Pink chocolate dragées are small chocolate pieces covered in a crisp, coloured sugar shell. The pink coating is mainly decorative; it does not necessarily mean the chocolate has a fruity flavour. The centre may be milk or another style of chocolate, depending on the product.
Their firm shell gives way to a smoother, richer centre. They’re easy to serve by the handful at parties, add to a bowl of sweets, or use to decorate cakes and biscuits. In many places, they’re enjoyed as an occasional treat with coffee or tea. They’re energy-dense, with most of their energy coming from carbohydrates and fat, so a small portion is often enough; try them as a colourful topping rather than a large snack.
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
2.31g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.