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Semisweet chocolate candy
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 480 kcal —
- Protein 4.2 g 8%
- Carbohydrate 58 g 21%
- Fat 30 g 38%
- Saturated fat 18 g 89%
- Fibre 5.9 g 21%
- Sugars 55 g —
- Sodium 11 mg 0%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.26 mg 2%
- Vitamin K 5.6 µg 5%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.06 mg 5%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.09 mg 7%
- Niacin (B3) 0.43 mg 3%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.11 mg 2%
- Vitamin B6 0.04 mg 2%
- Folate (B9) 13 µg 3%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
- Choline 22 mg 4%
Minerals
- Calcium 32 mg 2%
- Iron 3.1 mg 17%
- Magnesium 115 mg 27%
- Phosphorus 132 mg 11%
- Potassium 365 mg 8%
- Zinc 1.6 mg 15%
- Copper 0.7 mg 78%
- Manganese 0.8 mg 35%
- Selenium 4.2 µg 8%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 480 | 4.2 g | 58 g | 30 g |
| 1 × serving | 14.5 g | 70 | 0.6 g | 8.4 g | 4.4 g |
| 1 × cup large chips | 182 g | 874 | 7.6 g | 106 g | 55 g |
| 1 × cup mini chips | 173 g | 830 | 7.3 g | 100 g | 52 g |
| 1 × oz (approx 60 pcs) | 28.4 g | 136 | 1.2 g | 16 g | 8.5 g |
| 1 × cup chips (6 oz package) | 168 g | 806 | 7.1 g | 97 g | 50 g |
| 2 × serving | 29 g | 139 | 1.2 g | 17 g | 8.7 g |
| ½ × serving | 7.3 g | 35 | 0.3 g | 4.2 g | 2.2 g |
| 3 × serving | 43.5 g | 209 | 1.8 g | 25 g | 13 g |
| 4 × serving | 58 g | 278 | 2.4 g | 34 g | 17 g |
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Questions about Semisweet chocolate candy
How do you melt semisweet chocolate candy without burning it?
Chop it finely, then microwave it in a dry bowl in 20-second bursts, stirring each time; stop when a few small pieces remain and let the residual heat melt them. Even a little water can make melted chocolate seize and turn grainy.
Can you use semisweet chocolate candy in cookies and brownies?
Yes. Fold the pieces into cookie dough just before baking, or scatter them through brownie batter; they hold their shape better than chocolate that has been melted into the mixture.
How should you store semisweet chocolate candy?
Keep it tightly sealed in a cool, dry cupboard away from sunlight and strong-smelling foods. If you refrigerate it in warm weather, seal it well and let it come to room temperature before opening to reduce condensation.
What can you use instead of semisweet chocolate candy in a recipe?
For chocolate chips in cookies or muffins, chopped semisweet chocolate works well; use the same weight, though the pieces may melt and spread more. For a less sweet result, use chopped dark chocolate.
What is the difference between semisweet chocolate candy and semisweet chocolate?
Semisweet chocolate candy is usually sold as small pieces for baking, while semisweet chocolate may come as a bar or block for chopping or melting. Their sweetness and cocoa content can differ, so the candy pieces are not always interchangeable with a bar in recipes that rely on melted chocolate.
What goes well with semisweet chocolate candy?
It pairs particularly well with toasted nuts, dried cherries, orange zest and a pinch of flaky salt. Add the pieces to trail mix, pancakes or banana bread, or use them in chocolate-chip cookies.
Can dogs eat semisweet chocolate candy?
No. Chocolate contains theobromine, which dogs cannot process safely; semisweet chocolate can be especially hazardous. Keep it out of reach and contact a vet promptly if a dog eats any.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 167976 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
