SILK Light Chocolate, soymilk
Whole food · Legumes and Legume Products
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SILK Light Chocolate Soymilk is a creamy, plant-based milk alternative with a mild, sweet chocolate flavor and a smooth, non-gritty texture. It's a lower-calorie, lighter version of chocolate milk, offering a good source of plant protein without the dairy. Its nutrition profile is defined by its low fat content and the presence of added sugars.
Calorie split: 16% protein · 72% carbs · 11% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its comforting, familiar chocolate milk taste in a convenient, shelf-stable, and dairy-free format. It's a versatile drink enjoyed chilled on its own, with cereal, or blended into smoothies.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The primary concern is the 7.82g of added sugar per 100g, which can contribute to blood-sugar spikes, especially for those monitoring intake. As a soy product, it is a common allergen; individuals with soy allergies must avoid it. To counteract sugar impact, pair it with a source of protein or healthy fat (like nuts or seeds) and practice portion control.
Key benefits
- Good source of plant-based protein
- Very low in fat
- Dairy-free and lactose-free
- Provides dietary fiber
- Fortified with vitamins and minerals
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The chocolate flavor in this soymilk is typically derived from cocoa powder, which comes from the fermented, roasted, and ground beans of the Theobroma cacao tree—a species whose name literally means 'food of the gods' in Greek.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 87.6 g |
| Energy | 49.0 kcal |
| Energy | 205 kj |
| Protein | 2.1 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.62 g |
| Ash | 0.64 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 9.1 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.80 g |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 123 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.59 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 16.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 144 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 41.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.25 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 1.7 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.21 mg |
| Folate, total | 10.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 10.0 ug |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.2 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 206 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 49.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 1.2 ug |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
FAQ
Is this a good source of calcium?
Yes, SILK soymilks are typically fortified with calcium and vitamin D to match or exceed the levels found in dairy milk, making them a good source for bone health.
How does it compare nutritionally to regular chocolate milk?
This light version is significantly lower in calories and fat than dairy-based chocolate milk, but it has a similar sugar content. It provides plant-based protein instead of animal protein.
Can I heat this for hot chocolate?
Yes, you can gently heat it on the stove or in the microwave. Avoid boiling, as it can cause the soy proteins to separate and affect the texture.
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 0.49 kcal/g · 17% calories from protein · 0.8 g fiber · 7.8 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)
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.28 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.