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Energy-dense snack with healthy fats and cocoa polyphenols
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Walnuts in dark chocolate (30 g) has 184 calories. That works out to 612 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.4 g of carbs, 2.7 g of protein, 14.9 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 28 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 30 g
184
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
9.4g
· 3% DV
Protein
2.7g
· 5% DV
Fat
14.9g
· 19% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 21% · Protein 6% · Fat 73%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 184 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.9 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 4.56 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 5.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.4 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% |
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 serving (medium) | 30 g | 184 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 8 g | 49 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 15 g | 92 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 24 g | 147 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 171 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 40 g | 245 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 306 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 612 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 110 g | 673 kcal |
Calculated from 612 calories per 100 g.
Yes, walnuts in dark chocolate can be a nourishing snack in a modest portion: walnuts provide unsaturated fats, while dark chocolate contains cocoa polyphenols. The coating also makes the snack energy-dense, so a small serving is more practical than eating freely from the pack.
They can contribute to weight gain if you eat them often in large portions, since both walnuts and chocolate are energy-dense. Portion some into a bowl instead of snacking straight from the package, where it is easy to lose track.
Dip dry walnut halves into melted dark chocolate, then place them apart on baking paper. Let the coating set in a cool spot. Dry walnuts help the chocolate adhere, and you can leave some of each walnut exposed if you prefer a lighter coating.
A medium serving of about 30 g is a reasonable snack portion for many people. Because walnuts in dark chocolate are energy-dense, count them as your sweet or nut snack rather than adding an unrestricted handful on top of other treats.
Keep walnuts in dark chocolate in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight and heat. Warm conditions can soften or melt the coating, while moisture can affect its texture. Follow the package’s storage guidance for a packaged product.
The white film is usually fat bloom, when cocoa butter separates, or sugar bloom, when moisture dissolves and recrystallizes sugar on the surface. It is not necessarily a sign of spoilage, but discard the walnuts if they smell or taste rancid.
Yes, you can freeze walnuts in dark chocolate in an airtight container. To reduce condensation on the coating, let the closed container come to room temperature before opening it; repeated warming and cooling can also affect the chocolate’s texture.
The bitterness may come from the cocoa in the dark chocolate or the walnuts’ naturally bitter compounds. If the walnuts taste unusually harsh or smell stale, rancid, or oily, the nuts may have deteriorated, so do not eat them.
A higher cocoa percentage gives walnuts in dark chocolate a more intense, less sweet coating, while a lower percentage tastes milder. Choose based on the balance you like: the walnut’s rich flavor pairs well with distinctly bitter chocolate.
Yes, walnuts in dark chocolate pair well with coffee or tea, especially when the drink is unsweetened. Serve them just before eating: warmth from a hot drink can soften the chocolate coating if the pieces sit beside the cup for long.
Vitamins
Biotin
1.8µg · 6% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.28mg · 31% DV
Manganese
0.44mg · 19% DV
Phosphorus
71mg · 10% DV
Magnesium
43mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
112mg · 3% DV
Sodium
5.4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 184 calories in 1 serving (medium) (30 g):
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Walnuts in dark chocolate are walnut pieces or whole kernels coated in dark chocolate. They are made as a sweet snack rather than a dish tied to one particular cuisine, and are sold packaged or prepared at home. The chocolate brings a bittersweet, smooth coating around the walnuts’ rich, slightly earthy flavour and crunch. Enjoy them on their own, with coffee or tea, or as a small after-dinner treat; they also make a good addition to a dessert plate.
Walnuts contribute fibre and fats, while the chocolate makes this an energy-dense snack. Keep the portion modest, or serve a few pieces with fresh fruit for a lighter-feeling pairing.
Medium
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 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
✓ 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
SATURATED
4.56g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.83g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.