Ingredient

Semisweet Chocolate Drops

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use semisweet chocolate drops primarily for their flavor and texture in baked goods. …

What it is

Semisweet chocolate drops are small pieces of chocolate, typically made with sugar, chocolate liquor, cocoa butter, and an emulsifier like soy lecithin. They are designed to melt and disperse during baking, giving cookies and other baked goods their characteristic chocolate flavor and texture. The 'semisweet' designation indicates a moderate level of sweetness and chocolate intensity.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use semisweet chocolate drops primarily for their flavor and texture in baked goods. They are a key ingredient in chocolate chip cookies and other confections, adding pockets of melted chocolate. They are also found in snack bars, muffins, and other desserts.

Health notes

Semisweet chocolate drops are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. The primary components, cocoa and sugar, provide calories and some minerals. While chocolate contains flavonoids, which are antioxidants, the health effects of consuming chocolate drops in typical amounts are not a major focus of regulatory review. JECFA has evaluated cocoa and chocolate products, establishing acceptable daily intakes for certain related substances.

Allergen info

Semisweet chocolate drops may contain soy lecithin, which is derived from soy, one of the FDA's major allergens. They are not a major allergen themselves, but cross-contamination with milk or nuts can occur during manufacturing.

Products containing Semisweet Chocolate Drops

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Coastal Cocktails Inc. Cast Iron Skillet Cookie, Chocolate Chip Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 357kcal 7.1Protein 1.8Fat 75Carbs Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. Chocolate Chunk Cookies Cookies & Biscuits 469kcal 6.2Protein 21.9Fat 62.5Carbs The Fresh Market, Inc. Small Batch Swirl Bread, Chocolate Chip Breads & Buns 346kcal 7.7Protein 13.5Fat 53.9Carbs Bektrom Foods, Inc Loretta, Brownie Cookie Mix Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes 409kcal 4.5Protein 9.1Fat 77.3Carbs Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. Cookies, Chocolate Chip Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 462kcal 3.9Protein 23.1Fat 57.7Carbs The Kellogg Company Dark Chocolate Almond Flavored Antioxidants Chewy Bars, Dark Chocolate Almond Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 361kcal 5.6Protein 13.9Fat 66.7Carbs Bruno's Supermarkets, Inc. Cookies, Chocolate Chip Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 462kcal 3.9Protein 23.1Fat 57.7Carbs The Kellogg Company Chocolate Chip Flavored Antioxidants Chewy Bars, Chocolate Chip Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 333kcal 5.6Protein 11.1Fat 72.2Carbs Chocolate Chip Chewy Granola Bars, Chocolate Chip Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. Chocolate Chip Chewy Granola Bars, Chocolate Chip Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 375kcal 4.2Protein 10.4Fat 70.8Carbs Giant Eagle, Inc. Peanut Butter Chocolate Peanuts, Honey Roasted Peanuts, Peanut Butter Mini Cups, Cashews & Semisweet Chocolate Drops Trail Mix, Peanut Butter Chocolate Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 533kcal 13.3Protein 40Fat 40Carbs Indulgent Peanut Butter, Chips, Semisweet Chocolate Drops, White Confectionary Chips, Peanuts, Cranberries, Golden Raisins, Almonds & Cashews Trail Mix, Indulgent Giant Eagle, Inc. Indulgent Peanut Butter, Chips, Semisweet Chocolate Drops, White Confectionary Chips, Peanuts, Cranberries, Golden Raisins, Almonds & Cashews Trail Mix, Indulgent Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 500kcal 10Protein 30Fat 56.7Carbs Peanut Butter Salted Peanuts, Reese's Pieces, Mini Peanut Butter Cups, Pretzel Balls, Peanut Butter & Chocolate Drops Trail Mix, Peanut Butter Meijer, Inc. Peanut Butter Salted Peanuts, Reese's Pieces, Mini Peanut Butter Cups, Pretzel Balls, Peanut Butter & Chocolate Drops Trail Mix, Peanut Butter Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 533kcal 13.3Protein 30Fat 53.3Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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