Candies, sweet chocolate
FDC 167977oz (28 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 10 · +1 vs Sweets medianCandies, sweet chocolate posts a Nutrient Density Score of 10 of 100, Low band, ranking 28 of 60 in the Sweets category. Its cocoa base brings 27% DV magnesium and 20% DV fiber, both excellent-tier figures for a confection, plus 15% DV iron.
It is eaten as a bar or piece candy, straight from the wrapper or broken up into baking and trail mixes, with 1 oz (28 g) a standard portion. The caveat sits squarely behind those minerals: 51.5 g of sugars and 20.1 g of saturated fat per 100 g, so the fiber and magnesium do not offset the sugar and fat load.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 507 kcal | 25% |
| Total fat | 34 g | 44% |
| Saturated fat | 20 g | 101% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 16 mg | 1% |
| Carbohydrate | 60 g | 22% |
| Dietary fiber | 5.5 g | 20% |
| Sugars | 52 g | |
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% |
| Potassium | 290 mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 24 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 15% |
| Magnesium | 113 mg | 27% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.26 mg | 2% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 142 kcal | 7% |
| Total fat | 9.6 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 5.6 g | 28% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 4.5 mg | 0% |
| Carbohydrate | 17 g | 6% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.5 g | 6% |
| Sugars | 14 g | |
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% |
| Potassium | 81 mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 6.7 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.77 mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 32 mg | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.07 mg | 0% |
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FDC 167977Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the sweets median
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Sweet chocolate candy is eaten straight as a bar or piece, melted for dipping strawberries and pretzels, chopped into cookie or brownie batter, or grated as a garnish over cakes and puddings. It pairs naturally with coffee, nuts, and dried fruit, and its firm, snapping texture softens quickly on the tongue or when warmed for baking and dipping.
Store it in a cool, dry place away from direct heat and sunlight; warm conditions can cause it to melt or develop a whitish surface bloom over time. A standard serving is 1 oz (28g), and at 507 calories per 100g it is worth portioning rather than eating from a larger bar at once. That same 100g provides 5.5g fiber (about 20% DV) and 27% DV magnesium, both notable for a sweet, largely from the cocoa solids. Treat it as an occasional treat measured by the ounce.
Frequently asked questions about candies, sweet chocolate
How many calories are in sweet chocolate candy?
It has 507 calories per 100g, or about 142 calories for a standard 1 oz (28g) serving.
Does chocolate candy have any fiber?
Yes, it provides 5.5g fiber per 100g, about 20% DV, largely from the cocoa solids.
How should chocolate candy be stored?
In a cool, dry place away from direct heat and sunlight to keep it from melting or developing a surface bloom.