Beverages, almond milk, chocolate, ready-to-drink
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A smooth, dairy-free chocolate beverage made from almond milk, offering a light, creamy texture with a sweet cocoa flavor. At just 50 calories per 100g, it's a low-calorie, plant-based treat with a notable 8.75g of sugar per serving. It's a convenient, ready-to-drink option for a quick, indulgent pick-me-up.
💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its indulgent chocolate flavor and creamy, smooth texture, which feels like a treat without the dairy. It's a versatile drink enjoyed chilled on its own, in smoothies, or as a base for coffee and desserts.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The primary downside is its high sugar content (8.75g per 100g), which can cause blood-sugar spikes, especially for those with insulin sensitivity. To counteract this, pair it with a source of protein or healthy fat (like nuts or seeds) to slow sugar absorption, and practice portion control by limiting it to a small serving (e.g., 118g).
Key benefits
- Low-calorie, dairy-free alternative to chocolate milk
- Good source of plant-based protein (0.63g per 100g)
- Contains dietary fiber (0.4g per 100g)
- Naturally lactose-free and cholesterol-free
- Convenient, ready-to-drink format
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
Almond milk has been used as a dairy substitute for centuries, but the commercial, ready-to-drink chocolate version gained massive popularity in the early 2000s with the rise of brands like Almond Breeze and Silk.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 88.4 g |
| Energy | 50.0 kcal |
| Energy | 209 kj |
| Protein | 0.63 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 1.3 g |
| Ash | 0.37 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 9.4 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.40 g |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 188 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.53 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 12.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 19.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 75.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 71.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.63 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.07 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.08 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.20 ug |
| Fluoride, F | 69.2 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 4.4 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.02 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.18 mg |
| Niacin | 0.10 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.04 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.01 mg |
| Folate, total | 1.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 1.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 1.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 2.0 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.3 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 1.3 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 63.0 ug |
| Retinol | 62.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 208 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 2.8 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 2.8 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 42.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 1.0 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 4.0 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.00 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 13:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.63 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.62 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.21 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.21 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
| Stigmasterol | 0.00 mg |
| Campesterol | 0.00 mg |
| Beta-sitosterol | 3.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.01 g |
| Threonine | 0.01 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.02 g |
| Leucine | 0.04 g |
| Lysine | 0.01 g |
| Methionine | 0.00 g |
| Cystine | 0.01 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.03 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.01 g |
| Valine | 0.02 g |
| Arginine | 0.06 g |
| Histidine | 0.01 g |
| Alanine | 0.03 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.07 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.17 g |
| Glycine | 0.04 g |
| Proline | 0.03 g |
| Serine | 0.02 g |
FAQ
Is chocolate almond milk healthy?
It's a low-calorie, dairy-free option, but it's often high in added sugars. Look for unsweetened varieties or those with minimal added sugar for a healthier choice.
Can I use chocolate almond milk in baking?
Yes, it can be used in baking as a dairy substitute in cakes, muffins, and pancakes, adding a subtle chocolate flavor. However, its sweetness may require adjusting the recipe's sugar content.
Is chocolate almond milk suitable for people with nut allergies?
No, it's made from almonds and is not safe for those with tree nut allergies. Consider oat milk or soy milk as alternatives.