Beverages, chocolate powder, no sugar added
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This is a finely milled, unsweetened cocoa powder designed for mixing into hot or cold liquids, delivering a deep, roasted chocolate aroma and a rich, slightly bitter flavor. Nutritionally, it's a powerhouse of fiber and plant-based protein, with most of its carbohydrate content coming from naturally occurring sugars and complex carbs, making it a satisfying base for a low-sugar chocolate drink.
Calorie split: 10% protein · 78% carbs · 12% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its authentic, intense chocolate flavor that can be customized to personal taste, and its versatility as a base for everything from a simple warm drink to smoothies and healthy baking.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The pronounced bitterness can be off-putting to those accustomed to sweetened mixes, and it may cause digestive discomfort in sensitive individuals due to its high fiber content. To counteract bitterness, blend it with a natural sweetener like a banana or a dash of vanilla. To ease digestion, start with a smaller portion and ensure adequate water intake.
Key benefits
- High in dietary fiber (9.1g per 100g)
- Good source of plant-based protein (9.09g per 100g)
- Low in fat (4.5g per 100g)
- Contains no added sugars
- Rich in antioxidants from cocoa
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💡 Did you know?
Unsweetened cocoa powder is a more concentrated source of flavanol antioxidants than a bar of dark chocolate, as the pressing process that removes cocoa butter leaves the antioxidants more concentrated in the powder.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 7.4 g |
| Energy | 350 kcal |
| Energy | 1465 kj |
| Protein | 9.1 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 4.5 g |
| Ash | 10.7 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 68.3 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 9.1 g |
| Total Sugars | 27.3 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 909 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 3.3 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 410 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 500 mg |
| Potassium, K | 1705 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 500 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 13.6 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 1.8 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 21.8 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 54.5 mg |
| Thiamin | 1.5 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.35 mg |
| Niacin | 25.6 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 1.8 mg |
| Folate, total | 7.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 7.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 7.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 267 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 1.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 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 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 2.1 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.06 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 2.0 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.8 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 1.6 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.20 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 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 |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Beverages, carbonated, tonic water — USDA does not publish this profile for Beverages.
| Tryptophan | 0.00 g |
| Threonine | 0.00 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.00 g |
| Leucine | 0.00 g |
| Lysine | 0.00 g |
| Methionine | 0.00 g |
| Cystine | 0.00 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.00 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.00 g |
| Valine | 0.00 g |
| Arginine | 0.00 g |
| Histidine | 0.00 g |
| Alanine | 0.00 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.00 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.00 g |
| Glycine | 0.00 g |
| Proline | 0.00 g |
| Serine | 0.00 g |
FAQ
How is this different from hot cocoa mix?
This is pure, unsweetened cocoa powder. Hot cocoa mix typically contains added sugar, powdered milk, and sometimes other flavorings, making it sweeter and higher in calories.
Can I use this for baking?
Yes, it's excellent for baking brownies, cakes, and cookies where you want a deep chocolate flavor without added sugar. You'll likely need to add a sweetener to the recipe.
Is it keto-friendly?
Yes, due to its very low net carb content (total carbs minus fiber and sugar alcohols), it is a suitable ingredient for ketogenic diets.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 3.50 kcal/g · 10% calories from protein · 9.1 g fiber · 27.3 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.29 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.