Comparison
Baking Powder vs Cocoa
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Baking Powder | Cocoa |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | — | — |
| NOVA group | 4 | 1 |
| Calories | 161 kcal | 406 kcal |
| Fat | 0.7 g | 23 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 14.5 g |
| Sugars | 0.3 g | 5 g |
| Salt | 35.7 g | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 2.9 g | 29.5 g |
| Protein | 3.5 g | 22.5 g |
| Additives | 4 | 0 |
| Allergens | Gluten | Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Baking Powder has 60% fewer calories (161 kcal vs 406 kcal).
- Baking Powder has 97% less fat (0.7 g vs 23 g).
- Baking Powder has 99% less saturated fat (0.2 g vs 14.5 g).
- Baking Powder has 94% less sugar (0.3 g vs 5 g).
- Cocoa has 100% less salt (0.1 g vs 35.7 g).
- Cocoa has 90% more fiber (29.5 g vs 2.9 g).
- Cocoa has 84% more protein (22.5 g vs 3.5 g).
- Cocoa is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Baking Powder lists: Gluten.
- Only Cocoa lists: Milk.
Ingredients
Baking Powder
Raising agents, disodium diphosphate, sodium hydrogen carbonate, wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin.
Cocoa
cocoa, may contain _milk_
FAQ
Which is healthier: Baking Powder or Cocoa?
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Baking Powder has fewer calories: 161 kcal versus 406 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Baking Powder has less sugar: 0.3 g versus 5 g per 100 g.