Ingredient

Unsweetened Dark Chocolate

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use unsweetened dark chocolate primarily for its intense chocolate flavor and color. It …

What it is

Unsweetened dark chocolate is made from roasted cacao beans that have been ground into a paste. This paste, called chocolate liquor, contains both cocoa solids and cocoa butter. It is then processed further, often with additional cocoa butter and sugar, to create various forms of chocolate.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use unsweetened dark chocolate primarily for its intense chocolate flavor and color. It serves as a key ingredient in a wide range of confectionery products, baked goods, and beverages, providing a rich, bitter chocolate taste.

Health notes

Unsweetened dark chocolate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for its intended use as a food ingredient. It contains flavanols, which are antioxidants that have been studied for potential cardiovascular benefits. However, the evidence on health effects is mixed, and high intakes may be associated with increased calorie consumption. JECFA has evaluated cocoa and cocoa products.

Allergen info

Unsweetened dark chocolate is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Unsweetened Dark Chocolate

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Wild Friends Foods, Inc. Wild Friends, Organic Sunflower Butter, Chocolate, Chocolate Nut & Seed Butters 594kcal 12.5Protein 50Fat 28.1Carbs Chocolate Coconut Peanut Butter Wild Friends Foods, Inc. Chocolate Coconut Peanut Butter Nut & Seed Butters High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 594kcal 18.8Protein 50Fat 28.1Carbs Nourish Foods LLC Nourish Snacks, Miss Popular Half-Popped Corn Kernels, Dark Chocolate Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 528kcal 5.6Protein 30.6Fat 55.6Carbs Wild Friends Foods, Inc. Chocolate Coconut Peanut Butter Nut & Seed Butters High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 594kcal 18.8Protein 50Fat 28.1Carbs Brittany Records Choco-Fit Almond Sea Salt Food Bar, Choco-Fit Almond Sea Salt Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 500kcal 10.7Protein 42.9Fat 39.3Carbs Brittany Records Mom's Munchies, Choco-Fit-Espresso Real Food Bar Chocolate High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 500kcal 10.7Protein 42.9Fat 39.3Carbs Brittany Records Mom's Munchies, Chocolate Truffle Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 479kcal 11.3Protein 39.4Fat 33.8Carbs Wild Friends Foods, Inc. Chocolate Almond Butter, Chocolate Nut & Seed Butters 562kcal 18.8Protein 0.1Fat 25Carbs Eight To The Bar LLC Dark Chocolate Concerto Chocolate High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 490kcal 13.7Protein 31.4Fat 41.2Carbs Chocolate Almond Butter With Crunchy Almond Pieces Wild Friends Foods, Inc. Chocolate Almond Butter With Crunchy Almond Pieces Nut & Seed Butters 594kcal 18.8Protein 50Fat 25Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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