Calories in Dark chocolate (70%)
Dark chocolate (70%) contains 598 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 2 squares (20 g) — carries about 120 kcal.
More caloric than milk chocolate per 100 g, but less sugar and easier to stop at a little.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving — 2 squares (20 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 598 kcal | 120 kcal |
| Protein | 7.8 g | 1.6 g |
| Fat | 43 g | 8.6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 46 g | 9.2 g |
| Fibre | 11 g | 2.2 g |
| Sugars | 24 g | 4.8 g |
How much exercise burns one serving?
~30 minutes
~12 minutes
Approximate, for a ~120 kcal serving and a ~70 kg adult (walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in dark chocolate (70%)?
Dark chocolate (70%) contains 598 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 2 squares (20 g) — carries about 120 kcal.
How much protein, fat and carbohydrate does dark chocolate (70%) have?
Per 100 g: 7.8 g protein, 43 g fat and 46 g carbohydrates, of which 11 g fibre and 24 g sugars.
Is dark chocolate (70%) suitable for a diet?
Carefully — 598 kcal per 100 g is a high calorie density. When dieting, watch the amount: one serving (2 squares (20 g)) is ~120 kcal. More caloric than milk chocolate per 100 g, but less sugar and easier to stop at a little.
How much does one serving of dark chocolate (70%) weigh?
The typical serving is 2 squares (20 g) — about 20 g, which equals ~120 kcal.
How much exercise burns one serving of dark chocolate (70%)?
Roughly 30 minutes of brisk walking or 12 minutes of running (approximate, for a ~70 kg adult: walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
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Values are rounded average reference figures per 100 g/ml (USDA FoodData Central and European food-composition tables). Real values vary with variety, recipe and preparation — the label of a specific product always takes precedence. This information is not medical or dietary advice.