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Dark chocolate
Dark chocolate by Tesco provides 541 kcal per 100 g, with 42.8 g of sugars and 7.2 g of protein. That is 46% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Dark chocolates category. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 29 g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 541 kcal | 157 kcal | 554 | |
| Total fat | 34.1 g | 9.9 g | 13% | 40.1 −15% |
| Saturated fat | 21 g | 6.1 g | 31% | 24 −12% |
| Carbohydrates | 47.2 g | 13.7 g | 5% | 37 +28% |
| Total sugars | 42.8 g | 12.4 g | 29.2 +46% | |
| Added sugars | 25 g | 7.3 g | 15% | 21.6 +16% |
| Dietary fiber | 9.7 g | 2.8 g | 10% | 9.4 |
| Protein | 7.2 g | 2.1 g | 4% | 8 −10% |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g | 0.1 −91% |
*% 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
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Cocoa Mass, Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Anhydrous Milk Fat, Emulsifier (Lecithins), Flavouring. Cocoa Solids 55%.
- Allergens
- Milk
- May contain traces
- GlutenNuts
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 29 g
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5057753211769
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Dark chocolate?
Dark chocolate contains 541 kcal per 100 g and about 157 kcal per serving (29 g).
How much sugar is in Dark chocolate?
Dark chocolate has 42.8 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Dark chocolate healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Dark chocolate vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Dark chocolate contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. It may also contain traces of gluten, nuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 22, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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