Frozen yogurts, chocolate
FDC 168104cup (174 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 23 · +14 vs Sweets medianChocolate frozen yogurt scores 23 of 100 on the Nutrient Density Score, a Low band that still ranks 12th of 60 among sweets, above the category's median of 9. There are no standout vitamins or minerals here; at 131 calories per 100 g it is lighter than most frozen desserts, with carbohydrate as the leading macronutrient.
It's served scooped into a bowl or cone as a cooler alternative to ice cream, often alongside fresh fruit or a light topping. A cup serving is the usual portion size. It is high in sugars at 19.2 g per 100 g, so despite being lighter on calories than many desserts, it isn't a low-sugar choice.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 131 kcal | 7% |
| Total fat | 3.6 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.3 g | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 13 mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 63 mg | 3% |
| Carbohydrate | 22 g | 8% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Sugars | 19 g | |
| Protein | 3 g | 6% |
| Potassium | 234 mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.46 mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 25 mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 39 µg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.09 mg | 1% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 228 kcal | 11% |
| Total fat | 6.3 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.9 g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 23 mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 110 mg | 5% |
| Carbohydrate | 38 g | 14% |
| Dietary fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| Sugars | 33 g | |
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% |
| Potassium | 407 mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 174 mg | 13% |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 44 mg | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 68 µg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 0.16 mg | 1% |
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FDC 168104Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the sweets median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Chocolate frozen yogurt is churned from a cultured dairy base blended with cocoa or chocolate, then frozen to a soft, creamy texture similar to ice cream but typically lighter and slightly tangier from the yogurt cultures. It is served in a cup or cone on its own, layered into parfaits with fresh fruit and granola at self-serve frozen yogurt shops, or blended into a milkshake-style drink. Its tang plays well against sweet toppings like berries, chocolate chips or crushed cookies, and the cultured base means it softens a touch faster at room temperature than a straight ice cream would.
Once opened, a tub should go straight back into the freezer and is best used within a few weeks for the smoothest texture, since ice crystals build up with repeated thawing and refreezing. Per 100 grams it has 131 calories, notably lower than many ice creams, with 19.2 grams of sugar and 3.6 grams of fat per 100 grams. It is naturally low in sodium at 63 mg per 100 grams and carries 2.3 grams of fiber per 100 grams, making it a lighter dessert to build around when portioned with fresh fruit rather than heavy syrups, with its 21.6 grams of carbohydrate per 100 grams coming mainly from the added sugar and cocoa.
Frequently asked questions about frozen yogurts
How many calories are in chocolate frozen yogurt?
It has 131 calories per 100 grams.
How is frozen yogurt different from ice cream in the kitchen?
It's churned from a cultured dairy base, giving it a tangier flavor and a lighter fat profile, at 3.6 grams of fat per 100 grams here.
What pairs well with chocolate frozen yogurt?
Fresh berries, granola and crushed cookies are common toppings that balance its tang and sweetness.