Ingredient

Semisweet Chocolate Chips Sugar

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Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add semisweet chocolate chips to foods mainly for their rich chocolate flavor, appealing …

What it is

Semisweet chocolate chips are small, solid pieces of chocolate used in many desserts. They are made by combining cocoa solids, cocoa butter, sugar, and often other ingredients like vanilla and lecithin. The cocoa comes from cacao beans, and sugar comes from plants like sugarcane or sugar beets.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add semisweet chocolate chips to foods mainly for their rich chocolate flavor, appealing texture, and decorative look. They are a popular addition to baked goods such as cookies, muffins, and brownies, as well as ice cream, trail mixes, and other sweet treats.

Health notes

Semisweet chocolate chips are considered a food ingredient, and their components like cocoa and sugar are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. When consumed in moderation, they are part of a balanced diet. However, because they contain sugar, eating too much can contribute to a high calorie intake. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend no amount of added sugars, and at most 10 grams of added sugars per meal. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated sugar.

Allergen info

Semisweet chocolate chips often contain milk and soy, which are two of the major food allergens identified by the FDA. Consumers with allergies to milk or soy should check product labels carefully.

Products containing Semisweet Chocolate Chips Sugar

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Topco Associates, Inc. Waffles Frozen Pancakes, Waffles, French Toast & Crepes 214kcal 4.3Protein 5.7Fat 37.1Carbs Ralcorp Frozen Bakery Products, Inc. Merico, Cookie Dough, Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chip Crusts & Dough 448kcal 3.5Protein 20.7Fat 62.1Carbs Mason Jar Cookie Company LLC Oatmeal Chip Cookie Mix Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes 345kcal 3.5Protein 5.2Fat 65.5Carbs Turkey Hill Dairy Inc. Ice Cream, Strawberry Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in added sugars — 52% DV per serving 234kcal 2.7Protein 11.7Fat 30.6Carbs Turkey Hill Dairy Inc. Ice Cream, Mixed Berry Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in added sugars — 46% DV per serving 225kcal 2.7Protein 10.8Fat 28.8Carbs Navy Exchange Service Command North Star Trading Company, Monster Trail Mix Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 515kcal 12.1Protein 30.3Fat 48.5Carbs Krasdale Foods, Inc. Krasdale, Chewy - Chocolate Chip Cookies Cookies & Biscuits 452kcal 3.2Protein 19.4Fat 67.7Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Chocolate 3-Layer Cake, Chocolate Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 388kcal 3.0Protein 19.4Fat 52.2Carbs Rich Products Corporation Chocolate Chip Cookie, Chocolate Chip Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 526kcal 5.3Protein 26.3Fat 65.8Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Chocolate Fruit & Nut Trail Mix, Chocolate Fruit & Nut Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 467kcal 13.3Protein 30Fat 46.7Carbs Meijer, Inc. Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies, Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies & Biscuits High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving 452kcal 3.2Protein 19.4Fat 64.5Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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