Dark Chocolate

by Waitrose 100g in Dark chocolates Barcode 5000169566558
Poor nutritional quality
Processed food
Green-Score
d
Environmental impact estimate

Dark Chocolate by Waitrose provides 602 kcal per 100 g, with 10.4 g of sugars and 10 g of protein. That is 64% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Dark chocolates category and comes in a 100g pack.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
52.9 g · High
Saturated fat
32.5 g · High
Sugars
10.4 g · Moderate
Salt
0 g · Low

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Serving size: 1 square (10 g)

Nutrient Per 100 g Per serving% DV* Category avg
Calories 602 kcal 60 kcal 554 +9%
Total fat 52.9 g 5.3 g 7% 40.1 +32%
Saturated fat 32.5 g 3.3 g 16% 24 +35%
Carbohydrates 21.4 g 2.1 g 1% 37 −42%
Total sugars 10.4 g 1 g 29.2 −64%
Added sugars 0 g 0 g 0% 21.6 −100%
Dietary fiber 12.1 g 1.2 g 4% 9.4 +29%
Protein 10 g 1 g 2% 8 +25%
Salt 0 g 0 g 0.1 −100%

*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 6168 Dark chocolates products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other dark chocolates

Calories higher 12%
Sugars lower 11%
Salt lower 1%
Saturated fat higher 7%
Protein top 19%
Fiber top 25%

Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.

Ingredients

Cocoa mass, cocoa butter, cane sugar Dark Chocolate contains cocoa solids 90% minimum. Cocoa mass from Ecuadorian cocoa beans ALLERGY ADVICE: May contain peanuts, milk and nuts

May contain traces
MilkNuts

Product details

Quantity
100g
Serving size
1 square (10 g)
Labels & certifications
Fair tradeFairtrade International
Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
5000169566558

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Dark Chocolate?

Dark Chocolate contains 602 kcal per 100 g and about 60 kcal per serving (1 square (10 g)).

How much sugar is in Dark Chocolate?

Dark Chocolate has 10.4 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Dark Chocolate healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

What allergens does Dark Chocolate contain?

No allergens are listed in the label data. It may also contain traces of milk, nuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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