Chocolate Syrup vs Chocolate Sauce Topping
Overall, Chocolate Syrup has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 2.
Chocolate Syrup
Chocolate Sauce Topping
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Chocolate Syrup | Chocolate Sauce Topping |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | — | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 237 kcal | 315 kcal |
| Fat | 0 g | 1 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0.6 g |
| Sugars | 52.6 g | 70 g |
| Salt | 0.1 g | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 5.3 g | 7.4 g |
| Protein | 0 g | 1.7 g |
| Additives | 4 | 0 |
| Allergens | None | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Chocolate Syrup has 25% fewer calories (237 kcal vs 315 kcal).
- Chocolate Syrup has no fat, while Chocolate Sauce Topping has 1 g.
- Chocolate Syrup has no saturated fat, while Chocolate Sauce Topping has 0.6 g.
- Chocolate Syrup has 25% less sugar (52.6 g vs 70 g).
- Chocolate Sauce Topping has 29% more fiber (7.4 g vs 5.3 g).
- Chocolate Sauce Topping has 100% more protein (1.7 g vs 0 g).
- Only Chocolate Syrup lists: None.
Ingredients
Chocolate Syrup
HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, WATER, COCOA, 2% POTASSIUM SORBATE (TO MAINTAIN FRESHNESS), SALT, XANTHAN GUM, MONO - AND DIGLYCERIDES, POLYSORBATE 60, VANILLIN (ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR).
Chocolate Sauce Topping
Invert Sugar Syrup, Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Chocolate Syrup or Chocolate Sauce Topping?
Overall, Chocolate Syrup has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. 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?
Chocolate Syrup has fewer calories: 237 kcal versus 315 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Chocolate Syrup has less sugar: 52.6 g versus 70 g per 100 g.