Syrups, chocolate, HERSHEY'S Genuine Chocolate Flavored Lite Syrup
Whole food · Sweets
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This is a light, pourable chocolate syrup designed to deliver the classic Hershey's chocolate flavor with fewer calories than the original. It has a smooth, glossy texture and a sweet, cocoa-forward taste that's less rich and more syrupy than full-fat chocolate sauce. Nutritionally, it's a source of quick energy from its 34.56g of carbohydrates per 100g, with nearly all of that coming from 28.57g of sugar.
Calorie split: 4% protein · 91% carbs · 6% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its iconic, nostalgic chocolate taste that instantly elevates a glass of milk or a bowl of ice cream. Its pourable consistency makes it incredibly versatile for drizzling, mixing, and creating quick desserts.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (28.57g per 100g) can cause a rapid blood-sugar spike, making it a poor choice for those managing diabetes or insulin resistance. To counteract this, pair it with a source of protein or fat (like Greek yogurt or nuts) to slow sugar absorption, and practice strict portion control by using just a tablespoon or two.
Key benefits
- Lower calorie option for chocolate flavor
- Quick source of energy from carbohydrates
- Versatile topping for desserts and beverages
- Adds sweetness and flavor without added fat
- Convenient, shelf-stable pantry staple
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
Hershey's chocolate syrup was first sold in 1928, the same year the company introduced its iconic Hershey's Kisses.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 62.2 g |
| Energy | 153 kcal |
| Energy | 638 kj |
| Protein | 1.4 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.97 g |
| Ash | 0.91 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 34.6 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 28.6 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 11.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.00 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 36.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 54.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 187 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 100 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.48 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.28 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.28 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 1.2 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.01 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.04 mg |
| Niacin | 0.18 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.02 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.01 mg |
| Folate, total | 2.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 2.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 2.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 0.80 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 | 3.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.01 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) | 0.20 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 6.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 195 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 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.00 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 | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Syrups, malt — USDA does not publish this profile for Syrups.
| Tryptophan | 0.07 g |
| Threonine | 0.21 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.21 g |
| Leucine | 0.38 g |
| Lysine | 0.27 g |
| Methionine | 0.11 g |
| Cystine | 0.07 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.26 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.17 g |
| Valine | 0.30 g |
| Arginine | 0.28 g |
| Histidine | 0.13 g |
| Alanine | 0.27 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.56 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.0 g |
| Glycine | 0.25 g |
| Proline | 0.46 g |
| Serine | 0.23 g |
FAQ
How is this different from regular Hershey's syrup?
This 'Lite' version has fewer calories and less sugar per serving than the original Hershey's syrup, but it uses sweeteners to maintain sweetness. The flavor is slightly less rich and the texture may be thinner.
Can I use this in baking?
It's primarily a topping, but you can use it to add chocolate flavor to batters, frostings, or drinks. Be aware it's thinner and sweeter than melted chocolate or cocoa powder, so you may need to adjust other liquids and sugars in the recipe.
Is this syrup gluten-free?
Hershey's chocolate syrup is generally considered gluten-free, but it's always best to check the specific product label for allergen information and cross-contamination warnings if you have celiac disease or a severe gluten sensitivity.
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 1.53 kcal/g · 4% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 28.6 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: 0.53 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.