Ingredient

Sweet Chocolate Sugar

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
In sweet chocolate, this sugar is added to provide sweetness, balancing the bitterness of …

What it is

Sweet chocolate sugar refers to the sugar component found in sweet chocolate products. It is primarily sucrose, a type of carbohydrate typically extracted from sugarcane or sugar beets, which are then processed to refine the sugar into crystals.

Why it's used

In sweet chocolate, this sugar is added to provide sweetness, balancing the bitterness of cocoa solids. It also contributes to the chocolate's texture, mouthfeel, and overall flavor profile. It is a fundamental ingredient in most sweet chocolate formulations.

Health notes

Sugar is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It provides calories and, when consumed in excess, can contribute to various health concerns. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend no amount of added sugars, and at most 10 grams of added sugars per meal. The World Health Organization (WHO) advises limiting free sugars to less than 10% of total energy intake. JECFA has evaluated sugars.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing Sweet Chocolate Sugar

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Topco Associates, Inc. Clear Value, Chocolate Double Dipped Peanuts Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 500kcal 7.5Protein 27.5Fat 62.5Carbs Ferrara Candy Company Dark Chocolate Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 425kcal 2.5Protein 17.5Fat 67.5Carbs George J. Howe Company George J. Howe Company, Chocolate Nonpareils Chocolate High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 475kcal 2.5Protein 22.5Fat 72.5Carbs RB. Confections, Lc. Dierbergs Markets, Nonpariels Chocolate Chocolate High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 475kcal 2.5Protein 2.5Fat 72.5Carbs Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. Chocolate Stars Chocolate High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 500kcal 2.5Protein 25Fat 72.5Carbs RB. Confections, Lc. Shop N Save, Nonpariels Chocolate High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 475kcal 2.5Protein 2.5Fat 72.5Carbs Holiday Candy Corp, Inc. Circle K, Favorites, Chocolate Double Dipped Peanuts Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 500kcal 7.5Protein 27.5Fat 62.5Carbs Milk & Dark Chocolate Covered Peanuts, Almonds, Raisins, Caramels, Toffee Pieces, Malt Balls And Vanilla Creme Bridge Mix, Milk & Dark Chocolate Ferrara Candy Company Milk & Dark Chocolate Covered Peanuts, Almonds, Raisins, Caramels, Toffee Pieces, Malt Balls And Vanilla Creme Bridge Mix, Milk & Dark Chocolate Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving 467kcal 6.7Protein 26.7Fat 60Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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