Sugar Unsweetened Chocolate
What is Sugar Unsweetened Chocolate?
Unsweetened chocolate, also known as baking chocolate or cocoa liquor, is made from ground cocoa beans. It contains both cocoa solids and cocoa butter, with no added sugar or other fats. It has a very bitter flavor and is primarily used as a base for other chocolate products.
Is Sugar Unsweetened Chocolate vegan?
Sugar Unsweetened Chocolate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Sugar Unsweetened Chocolate gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Sugar Unsweetened Chocolate a major allergen?
Unsweetened chocolate is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Sugar Unsweetened Chocolate used for?
Manufacturers use unsweetened chocolate to provide a rich chocolate flavor and color in baked goods like cookies, brownies, and cakes.
Is Sugar Unsweetened Chocolate safe?
Unsweetened chocolate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use unsweetened chocolate to provide a rich chocolate flavor and color in baked goods like cookies, brownies, and cakes. It's also used in candies, ice cream, and other desserts where a deep chocolate taste is desired. Its high cocoa butter content can also contribute to texture.
Health notes
Unsweetened chocolate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It contains flavanols, which are plant compounds studied for potential antioxidant effects. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated cocoa and chocolate products. While generally consumed in moderation, high intake of chocolate products can contribute to excess calorie and sugar intake, depending on other ingredients.
Allergen info
Unsweetened chocolate is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Sugar Unsweetened Chocolate
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High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
485kcal
3.0Protein
21.2Fat
69.7Carbs
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Semi Street Morsels Chocolate
533kcal
6.7Protein
26.7Fat
60Carbs
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Mint Chocolate Chip Homestyle Ice Cream, Mint Chocolate Chip
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
215kcal
3.1Protein
12.3Fat
26.1Carbs
Ingles Markets Inc.
Laura Lynn, Dark Chocolate Covered Cranberries
High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving
450kcal
3.8Protein
23.8Fat
66.2Carbs
Market Basket Inc.
Dark Chocolates Bluberries
500kcal
3.6Protein
21.4Fat
71.4Carbs
Dierberg's Markets, Inc.
Tuxedo Waterfall Dessert Cake Half
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
470kcal
3.6Protein
25.3Fat
56.6Carbs
7-Eleven, Inc.
Coconut Pieces Coated In Dark Chocolate, Dark Chocolate
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving
433kcal
3.3Protein
26.7Fat
53.3Carbs
Detroit City Dairy, Inc.
Candy Cookies
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving
475kcal
5Protein
20Fat
65Carbs
Jerry's Enterprises Inc.
Cowboy Cookies
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving
485kcal
6.1Protein
30.3Fat
54.5Carbs
J&J Snack Foods Corp
Chocolate Chunk Soft Baked Cookies, Chocolate Chunk
High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving
455kcal
3.0Protein
21.2Fat
66.7Carbs
Target Stores
White Chocolate Hollow Little Lamb, White Chocolate
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 38% DV per serving
575kcal
5Protein
37.5Fat
55Carbs
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High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving
500kcal
3.3Protein
20Fat
70Carbs
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