Graham crackers, chocolate covered
Common food
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A crisp, honey-sweetened graham cracker cookie enrobed in a smooth, semi-sweet chocolate shell. The experience is a satisfying snap followed by a crumbly, wheaty base and a rich, creamy chocolate finish. Nutritionally, it's a calorie-dense treat with over 500 kcal per 100g, primarily from carbohydrates and fats.
Calorie split: 3% protein · 52% carbs · 45% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the perfect textural contrast between the crunchy cracker and the smooth, melting chocolate. It's a nostalgic, versatile treat enjoyed straight from the package or as a key ingredient in no-bake desserts.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar (37.3g/100g) and refined carb content can lead to blood-sugar spikes and subsequent energy crashes. It's also calorie-dense, making it easy to overconsume. To counteract this, practice strict portion control (stick to 1-2 crackers) and pair it with a source of protein or healthy fat, like a handful of nuts or a glass of milk, to slow sugar absorption.
Key benefits
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates
- Contains small amounts of dietary fiber
- Offers a more indulgent alternative to plain crackers
- Can be a convenient, portable snack
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The chocolate-covered version was popularized in the mid-20th century as a convenient, shelf-stable snack for children and became a staple in American lunchboxes and pantries.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 2.0 g |
| Energy | 500 kcal |
| Protein | 4.0 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 25.8 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 66.8 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.2 g |
| Total Sugars | 37.3 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 46.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.0 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 16.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 87.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 267 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 265 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.20 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.19 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 11.1 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.10 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.27 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.15 mg |
| Niacin | 1.7 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.06 mg |
| Folate, total | 50.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 38.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 12.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 77.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 22.3 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.10 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 2.0 ug |
| Retinol | 2.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 13.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.99 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 6.4 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 3.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 88.0 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 17.2 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.69 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.77 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 9.7 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 3.4 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.8 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.70 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 2.7 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 2.7 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 4.9 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 4.5 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.05 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 |
| Cholesterol | 1.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Cookies, graham crackers, chocolate-coated — USDA does not publish this profile for Graham crackers.
| Tryptophan | 0.05 g |
| Threonine | 0.13 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.14 g |
| Leucine | 0.26 g |
| Lysine | 0.13 g |
| Methionine | 0.06 g |
| Cystine | 0.07 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.18 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.12 g |
| Valine | 0.17 g |
| Arginine | 0.15 g |
| Histidine | 0.08 g |
| Alanine | 0.13 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.22 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.1 g |
| Glycine | 0.13 g |
| Proline | 0.36 g |
| Serine | 0.18 g |
FAQ
Are chocolate graham crackers the same as chocolate digestive biscuits?
No. While similar, graham crackers are traditionally made with graham flour (coarsely ground whole wheat) and often sweetened with honey, giving them a distinct, slightly nutty flavor. Digestive biscuits use a different flour blend and are typically leavened with sodium bicarbonate.
Can I use them for a pie crust?
Absolutely. Crush them finely and mix with melted butter to create a classic, flavorful no-bake crust for cheesecakes, cream pies, and icebox cakes. The chocolate coating adds an extra layer of flavor.
What's the best way to store them?
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature. The chocolate coating can bloom or the crackers can lose their crispness if exposed to humidity or temperature fluctuations.
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 5.00 kcal/g · 3% calories from protein · 2.2 g fiber · 37.3 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: 0.99 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.