Ingredient

Semi-sweet Chocolate Coating

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use semi-sweet chocolate coating to add a chocolate flavor and a pleasant texture …

What it is

Semi-sweet chocolate coating is a type of chocolate used to coat candies, baked goods, and frozen treats. It is made from cocoa solids, sugar, cocoa butter, and often an emulsifier like soy lecithin. The exact composition can vary, affecting its texture and melting point.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use semi-sweet chocolate coating to add a chocolate flavor and a pleasant texture to foods. It is commonly found in ice cream, frozen desserts, baked goods like cookies and brownies, and candy bars. Its formulation allows it to set firmly when cooled, providing a protective and flavorful shell.

Health notes

Semi-sweet chocolate coating is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. It is not typically associated with significant health concerns at the levels found in food. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated cocoa and chocolate products, but specific evaluations for 'semi-sweet chocolate coating' as a distinct ingredient are not widely published. The health effects are primarily related to its sugar and fat content, which are relevant to overall dietary patterns.

Allergen info

Semi-sweet chocolate coating may contain soy (from soy lecithin) and may be manufactured on equipment that also processes milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, and wheat, posing a risk of cross-contamination. It is not derived from fish or shellfish. Gluten is not typically present unless added as a separate ingredient or due to cross-contamination.

Products containing Semi-sweet Chocolate Coating

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All Star Dairy Association Inc Scoop-A-Snack Light Chocolate-Y Malt Homemaine Ice Cream With A Pretzel Ripple & Delicious Candy-Coated Mini Chocolate Chips, Scoop-A-Snack Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 46% DV per serving 264kcal 3.3Protein 13.2Fat 33.0Carbs Affy Tapple L.L.C. The Original Caramel Apple! Party-Colored Chocolate Drops, The Original Caramel Apple! Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 175kcal 1.8Protein 4.4Fat 33.3Carbs Dewey's Bakery, Inc. Moravian Style Brownie Crisp Cookies & Biscuits 393kcal 3.6Protein 16.1Fat 64.3Carbs Holiday A Combination Of Dark Chocolate Caramel Popcorn, Milk And Dark Chocolate Mini Pretzels, Sandwich Cookie Pieces, Milk And Dark Chocolate Mini Peanut Butter Cups, And Red Candy-Coated Chocolates Merry Mix, Holiday Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Holiday A Combination Of Dark Chocolate Caramel Popcorn, Milk And Dark Chocolate Mini Pretzels, Sandwich Cookie Pieces, Milk And Dark Chocolate Mini Peanut Butter Cups, And Red Candy-Coated Chocolates Merry Mix, Holiday Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving 467kcal 6.7Protein 23.3Fat 70Carbs Chocolate Chip Pancakes, Chocolate Chip Dewafelbakkers, Inc. Chocolate Chip Pancakes, Chocolate Chip Frozen Pancakes, Waffles, French Toast & Crepes High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 239kcal 4.3Protein 5.1Fat 41.9Carbs Chocolate Chip Pancakes, Chocolate Chip Dewafelbakkers, Inc. Chocolate Chip Pancakes, Chocolate Chip Frozen Pancakes, Waffles, French Toast & Crepes High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 239kcal 4.3Protein 5.1Fat 41.9Carbs Cosmic Brownies Ice Cream, Cosmic Brownies Ambrosetti's Sister Cosmic Brownies Ice Cream, Cosmic Brownies Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 34% DV per serving 237kcal 4.1Protein 10.3Fat 30.9Carbs Bridge Milk And Dark Chocolate Peanuts, Raisins, Pretzel Balls, Caramels, Almonds And Vanilla Cremes Mix, Bridge Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Bridge Milk And Dark Chocolate Peanuts, Raisins, Pretzel Balls, Caramels, Almonds And Vanilla Cremes Mix, Bridge Other Snacks 464kcal 10.7Protein 28.6Fat 53.6Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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