Ingredient

Vegan Chocolate

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use vegan chocolate as a direct substitute for dairy chocolate in a wide …

What it is

Vegan chocolate is a dairy-free alternative to traditional chocolate. It is made by replacing milk solids with plant-based ingredients like oat milk, almond milk, soy milk, or coconut milk. The process involves cocoa solids, cocoa butter, sugar, and these plant-based milk alternatives.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use vegan chocolate as a direct substitute for dairy chocolate in a wide variety of products. It provides the familiar chocolate flavor and texture without using animal products, making it suitable for vegan diets. It is commonly found in candies, baked goods, ice cream, and bars.

Health notes

Vegan chocolate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. Like regular chocolate, it contains compounds that may have antioxidant properties. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated cocoa and chocolate ingredients. Evidence on the specific health impacts of vegan chocolate at typical consumption levels is limited, but it is not associated with adverse effects.

Allergen info

Vegan chocolate is not a major allergen itself. However, depending on the plant-based milk used, it may contain soy or tree nuts (like almonds). It is naturally gluten-free unless cross-contaminated during processing.

Products containing Vegan Chocolate

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Pure Bliss Organics Inc. Pure Bliss Organics, Organic Energy Bar, Naughty But Nice, Naughty But Nice Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 439kcal 12.3Protein 22.8Fat 52.6Carbs Berry Dreams Strawberry, Raspberry, Passion Fruit Chocolate-Covered Frozen Dessert, Berry Dreams Dream Pops LLC Berry Dreams Strawberry, Raspberry, Passion Fruit Chocolate-Covered Frozen Dessert, Berry Dreams Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 231kcal 0Protein 17.9Fat 10.3Carbs Dart Seasonal Products, Inc. Chocolate Banana Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 386kcal 9.1Protein 15.9Fat 65.9Carbs Pmi Distribution Apricot Chocolate Bars Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 389kcal 5.6Protein 18.5Fat 57.4Carbs Pmi Distribution Bars Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 463kcal 9.3Protein 27.8Fat 51.9Carbs Gluten Free Klippy's LLC Classic Chocolate Chip Handcrafted Cookie, Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies & Biscuits 419kcal 0Protein 16.1Fat 64.5Carbs Vanilla Sky Bites Chocolate-Covered Frozen Dessert, Chocolate; Vanilla; Coconut Dream Pops LLC Vanilla Sky Bites Chocolate-Covered Frozen Dessert, Chocolate; Vanilla; Coconut Chocolate High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 323kcal 0Protein 25.8Fat 12.9Carbs Cookie Dough Bites Chocolate-Covered Frozen Dessert, Vanilla; Cookie Dough Dream Pops LLC Cookie Dough Bites Chocolate-Covered Frozen Dessert, Vanilla; Cookie Dough Chocolate High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 323kcal 0Protein 25.8Fat 12.9Carbs Birthday Cake Bites Chocolate-Covered Frozen Dessert Dream Pops LLC Birthday Cake Bites Chocolate-Covered Frozen Dessert Chocolate High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 323kcal 0Protein 25.8Fat 12.9Carbs Vanilla Peanut Butter Bites Chocolate-Covered Frozen Dessert, Vanilla; Peanut Butter Dream Pops LLC Vanilla Peanut Butter Bites Chocolate-Covered Frozen Dessert, Vanilla; Peanut Butter Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 323kcal 3.2Protein 25.8Fat 12.9Carbs
Coconut Milk (5 products) Organic Coconut Sugar (5 products) Coconut Cream (5 products) Vanilla Extract (5 products) Salt (4 products) Soy Lecithin (3 products) Chocolate (3 products) Cocoa Butter (3 products) Cane Sugar (3 products) Xanthan Gum (3 products)

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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