Dark chocolate
Dark chocolate (also known as black chocolate[1] or plain chocolate)[2] is a form of chocolate which is made from cocoa butter instead of milk-based butter like milk chocolate, and contains a higher percentage of cocoa. Government and industry standards of what products may be labeled "dark chocolate" vary by country and market.[3]
Dark chocolate contains antioxidants, such as polyphenols, and is relatively low in sugar. It has a reputation as a healthier alternative to other types of chocolate, such as milk chocolate.[4][5] Dark chocolate has been identified as a potential "superfood".[6] This has helped lead to a global increase in demand for dark chocolate.[7]
Nutritional content
| Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz) | |
|---|---|
| Energy | 2,708.42 kJ (647.33 kcal) |
|
45.90 g | |
| Sugars | 23.99 g |
| Dietary fiber | 10.9 g |
|
42.63 g | |
| Saturated | 24.489 g |
| Trans | 0.030 g |
| Monounsaturated | 12.781 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 1.257 g |
|
7.79 g | |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A equiv. |
(0%) 2 μg |
| Vitamin A | 39 IU |
| Thiamine (B1) |
(3%) 0.034 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) |
(7%) 0.078 mg |
| Niacin (B3) |
(7%) 1.076 mg |
| Vitamin B6 |
(29%) 0.38 mg |
| Vitamin E |
(4%) 0.59 mg |
| Vitamin K |
(7%) 7.3 μg |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium |
(7%) 73 mg |
| Iron |
(92%) 11.90 mg |
| Magnesium |
(64%) 228 mg |
| Phosphorus |
(44%) 308 mg |
| Potassium |
(15%) 715 mg |
| Sodium |
(1%) 20 mg |
| Zinc |
(35%) 3.31 mg |
| Other constituents | |
| Water | 1.37 g |
| Caffeine | 80 mg |
| Cholesterol | 3 mg |
|
| |
| |
|
Percentages are roughly approximated using US recommendations for adults. Source: USDA Nutrient Database | |
See also
References
 |
Wikimedia Commons has media related to Dark chocolate. |
- ↑ "Dark Chocolate Side Effects". Med-Health.net.
- ↑ "Bittersweet Chocolate". nigella.com. 4 July 2012. Archived from the original on 29 September 2016. Retrieved 29 September 2016.
Dark or plain chocolate is chocolate made with cocoa solids, sugar and cocoa butter (or vegetable oils in cheaper chocolates).
- ↑ http://bakingbites.com/2012/11/what-is-dark-chocolate/
- ↑ "Dark Chocolate Is Healthy Chocolate". WebMD. Retrieved 15 March 2016.
- ↑ "Heart-Health Benefits of Chocolate Unveiled". Retrieved 15 March 2016.
- ↑ "Is Chocolate the Next Super Food?". WebMD. Retrieved 15 March 2016.
- ↑ "Preference for dark chocolate continues". Retrieved 15 March 2016.
