Cacao
Cacao by Van Houten provides 380 kcal per 100 g, with 0.9 g of sugars and 20 g of protein. That is 94% less sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 1 (unprocessed or minimally processed). It is listed in the Cocoa powders category and comes in a 460 g pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 380 kcal | 344 +10% |
| Total fat | 21 g | 13.4 +57% |
| Saturated fat | 13 g | 7.9 +65% |
| Carbohydrates | 11 g | 31.9 −65% |
| Total sugars | 0.9 g | 16.2 −94% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 11 −100% |
| Protein | 20 g | 16.7 +20% |
| Salt | 0.1 g | 0.3 −66% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1001 Cocoa powders products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other cocoa powders
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
poudre de cacao, correcteur d'acidité (E50li, E525)
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 460 g
- Labels & certifications
- EACCocoa Horizons
- Sold in
- France
- Barcode
- 7340161400619
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Cacao?
Cacao contains 380 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Cacao?
Cacao has 0.9 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Cacao healthy?
It is in NOVA group 1 — unprocessed or minimally processed. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 23, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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