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Pale ivory-yellow cacao butter sits in firm, slightly glossy chunks with smooth surfaces and uneven broken edges.
●Low GI
⚡High Potassium
💪High Protein
Weafood· all products

Weafood Cacao Calories

Rich in antioxidants, source of magnesium and iron

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

228kcal

GI

20low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

1524mg

FIBER · 100 G

33.2g

Quick answer

1 tablespoon (medium) of Weafood Cacao (7 g) has 16 calories. That works out to 228 calories per 100 g. It contains 2 g of carbs, 1.4 g of protein, 1 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 30% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Weafood Cacao Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 7 g

16

KCAL / 7G

Carbs

2g

· 1% DV

Protein

1.4g

· 3% DV

Fat

1g

· 1% DV

Fiber

2.3g

· 8% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 35% · Protein 25% · Fat 40%

Weafood Cacao nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (7 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories16 kcal
Total fat1 g1%
Saturated fat0.57 g3%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium1.47 mg0%
Total carbohydrate2 g1%
Fiber2.3 g8%
Protein1.4 g3%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Weafood Cacao?

ServingAmountCalories
1 tablespoon (medium)7 g16 kcal
1 teaspoon (small)2.5 g6 kcal
1 piece (small)10 g23 kcal
2 tablespoon (large)14 g32 kcal
1 serving (medium)20 g46 kcal
1 cup (medium)85 g194 kcal
100 g100 g228 kcal
1 pack (large)100 g228 kcal

Calculated from 228 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Weafood Cacao

What can you use Weafood Cacao for?

Weafood Cacao can be stirred into smoothies, oatmeal, yogurt, or baking recipes. To prevent dry clumps, first mix it with a small amount of warm liquid until smooth, then add the mixture to the rest of your recipe.

Is Weafood Cacao the same as cocoa powder?

Weafood Cacao is a cacao powder, and “cacao powder” and “cocoa powder” are often used for similar products. The terms can signal different processing choices, but the name alone does not establish how a particular powder was made.

Can you eat Weafood Cacao raw?

Yes, Weafood Cacao can be eaten without cooking; try mixing it into yogurt or a smoothie. Eating the dry powder by itself can feel unpleasant and may make you cough, so combining it with a moist food or drink is easier.

Does Weafood Cacao contain caffeine?

Yes, Weafood Cacao naturally contains some caffeine as well as theobromine. It is generally not as stimulating as coffee, but people who are sensitive to stimulants may find that having it late in the day affects sleep.

Can you use Weafood Cacao in baking?

Yes, Weafood Cacao works in many cakes, brownies, and cookie recipes that call for cacao or cocoa powder. It is not the same as a sweetened hot-chocolate mix, so adjust the recipe’s sweetener if you are substituting for one.

How do you make hot chocolate with Weafood Cacao?

Whisk Weafood Cacao with a small splash of warm milk until it forms a smooth paste, then gradually whisk in the rest of the milk and heat it. Add sweetener to taste, since the powder itself may not provide the sweetness you want.

How should you store Weafood Cacao?

Keep Weafood Cacao tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from sunlight, heat, and strong-smelling foods. Moisture can make the powder clump, so use a dry spoon and close the package promptly after each use.

Is Weafood Cacao healthy?

Weafood Cacao provides cacao’s naturally occurring antioxidants and is a source of magnesium and iron. It is a useful ingredient, not a treatment for health conditions, and added sugar in a drink or dessert can change the overall nutritional picture.

Can Weafood Cacao replace cocoa powder in recipes?

Usually, yes: Weafood Cacao can stand in for cocoa powder in recipes that call for unsweetened cacao or cocoa powder. If a recipe specifies sweetened cocoa mix, the swap may change sweetness, so adjust the added sugar and liquid as needed.

Can dogs eat Weafood Cacao?

No, do not give Weafood Cacao to dogs. Cacao contains theobromine, which is toxic to dogs; if a dog has eaten some, contact a veterinarian promptly and share how much was eaten and when.

Weafood Cacao Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Biotin

0.63µg · 2% DV

B2

0.01mg · 1% DV

B3

0.15mg · 1% DV

B1

0.01mg · 1% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.27mg · 30% DV

Manganese

0.27mg · 12% DV

Magnesium

35mg · 8% DV

Phosphorus

51mg · 7% DV

Potassium ⭐

107mg · 3% DV

Sodium

1.47mg · 0% DV

Weafood Cacao Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

20
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0.4
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Weafood Cacao

To burn the 16 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (7 g):

🚶

4min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

2min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

2min

Cycling

🏊

2min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Weafood Cacao?

Weafood Cacao is a cacao powder made from ground cacao beans, used to add a deep, bittersweet chocolate flavour to drinks and recipes. You can adjust the sweetness to suit your taste when preparing it.

It works well in hot milk, smoothies, porridge and baked goods, whether you’re making a familiar hot chocolate or adding a cacao note to everyday cooking. Its robust flavour pairs nicely with banana, cinnamon and dairy or plant-based milk. It is rich in fibre and also provides fat and protein; it is highlighted as a source of magnesium and iron and rich in antioxidants. A medium tablespoon is about 7 g, so a little can bring plenty of flavour.

How Nutritious Is Weafood Cacao?

Nutrient density

Very high

85/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

High

77/ 100

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.

Is Weafood Cacao Processed?

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.

Does Weafood Cacao Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Weafood Cacao Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Weafood Cacao Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.57g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.26g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.04g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.