Ingredient

100% Chocolate

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use 100% chocolate primarily for its intense chocolate flavor. It acts as a …

What it is

100% Chocolate refers to pure cocoa solids derived from roasted cocoa beans. The beans are ground into a paste, which is then processed to remove cocoa butter, leaving behind a concentrated powder or solid mass. This process results in a rich, often bitter, chocolate flavor.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use 100% chocolate primarily for its intense chocolate flavor. It acts as a key flavor component in baked goods, confectionery, and beverages. Due to its bitterness, it's often paired with sweeteners in products like dark chocolate bars, ice cream, and desserts.

Health notes

100% chocolate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. It contains flavanols, which are plant compounds that may have antioxidant properties. However, the health effects of 100% chocolate at typical consumption levels are not extensively studied. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated cocoa and cocoa products, but specific evaluations for '100% chocolate' as a distinct ingredient with defined health outcomes are limited. Evidence regarding the health benefits of flavanols is still developing.

Allergen info

100% Chocolate is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing 100% Chocolate

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Chicago Bar Company Protein Bar, Coconut Cacao Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 404kcal 23.1Protein 15.4Fat 42.3Carbs Chicago Bar Company Protein Bar, Coffee Cacao Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 385kcal 23.1Protein 15.4Fat 42.3Carbs Peanut Butter Banana Whole Cacao Granola, Peanut Butter Banana Blue Stripes LLC Peanut Butter Banana Whole Cacao Granola, Peanut Butter Banana Cereal 516kcal 16.1Protein 32.3Fat 38.7Carbs Maple Pecan Whole Cacao Granola, Maple Pecan Blue Stripes LLC Maple Pecan Whole Cacao Granola, Maple Pecan Cereal 484kcal 16.1Protein 32.3Fat 38.7Carbs Whole Cacao Granola 70% Dark Chocolate Plant-Based Superfood, Whole Cacao Granola Blue Stripes LLC Whole Cacao Granola 70% Dark Chocolate Plant-Based Superfood, Whole Cacao Granola Cereal 484kcal 16.1Protein 32.3Fat 38.7Carbs Cacao Fruit, Chocolate Covered Whole Cacao Beans, Dark Chocolate Chips Whole Cacao Trail Mix, Cacao Fruit, Chocolate Covered Whole Cacao Beans, Dark Chocolate Chips Blue Stripes LLC Cacao Fruit, Chocolate Covered Whole Cacao Beans, Dark Chocolate Chips Whole Cacao Trail Mix, Cacao Fruit, Chocolate Covered Whole Cacao Beans, Dark Chocolate Chips Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 559kcal 8.8Protein 41.2Fat 44.1Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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