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Raw cocoa drink (with water)
In season: Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Raw cocoa drink (with water) (240 g) has 91 calories. That works out to 38 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.7 g of carbs, 6.2 g of protein, 2.9 g of fat and 6.7 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Copper covers 53% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
91
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
13.7g
· 5% DV
Protein
6.2g
· 12% DV
Fat
2.9g
· 4% DV
Fiber
6.7g
· 24% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 52% · Protein 23% · Fat 25%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 91 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.9 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.68 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.7 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% |
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% |
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 cup (medium) | 240 g | 91 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 114 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 133 kcal |
Calculated from 38 calories per 100 g.
A raw cocoa drink made with water tastes deeply chocolatey, but usually more bitter and less creamy than cocoa made with milk. Its flavour varies with the cocoa powder; a little sweetener or cinnamon can soften the bitterness.
Yes, a raw cocoa drink made with water contains some caffeine, as well as theobromine, another naturally occurring stimulant in cocoa. The amount depends on the cocoa powder used, so it is not necessarily caffeine-free.
Whisk the cocoa powder with a small splash of hot water first to make a smooth paste, then gradually add the rest of the water. Adding all the water at once often leaves dry clumps that are difficult to break up.
No. A raw cocoa drink made with water is typically cocoa powder mixed with water, while hot chocolate often includes milk and sweetener and may use chocolate. The water-based drink is usually less creamy and less sweet.
Not easily. Raw cocoa powder tends to clump and float in cold water, so whisk it into a little warm water first or blend the drink. Cocoa does not dissolve completely like instant drink powder, so some settling is normal.
Yes, you can sweeten a raw cocoa drink made with water with sugar, honey, or a blended date. Add a small amount, taste, and adjust; unsweetened cocoa is naturally bitter, and sweetener is not needed for the drink to work.
It may be better to avoid a raw cocoa drink made with water close to bedtime if caffeine affects your sleep. Cocoa also contains theobromine, so even a drink that feels mild can be stimulating for some people.
Not exactly. A raw cocoa drink made with water has a different stimulant profile and flavour from coffee: cocoa contains both caffeine and theobromine, while coffee's caffeine effect is generally more familiar and pronounced.
Yes. Make a smooth cocoa paste with a little warm water, then add cold water and ice. This method gives a less gritty drink than trying to whisk cocoa powder straight into cold water.
Store a prepared raw cocoa drink made with water in a covered container in the refrigerator and drink it soon. Cocoa can settle as it sits, so stir or shake it before serving, and do not leave it out for an extended time.
Vitamins
B1
0.17mg · 14% DV
B2
0.12mg · 9% DV
Biotin
2.4µg · 8% DV
B5
0.24mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.48mg · 53% DV
Manganese
0.96mg · 42% DV
Magnesium
101mg · 24% DV
Phosphorus
89mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
288mg · 8% DV
Sodium
14mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 91 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Raw cocoa drink (with water) is made by whisking raw cocoa powder into water, rather than milk. It can be served warm or chilled, with the powder stirred thoroughly to prevent clumps. The flavour is deep, earthy and distinctly bitter when left unsweetened, with a thinner feel than a milk-based cocoa. It works as a simple breakfast or afternoon drink, and can be sweetened or seasoned with cinnamon to taste.
Cocoa gives the drink some fibre; it contains 2.8 g per 100 g. For a fuller, creamier cup, replace some of the water with milk or a plant-based drink. If you prefer the cocoa’s natural bitterness, keep it unsweetened and pair it with a naturally sweet snack.
High
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 2
Minimally 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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.68g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.