Ghirardelli chocolate, chocolate squares

by Ghirardelli Chocolate in Chocolate candies Barcode 0747599321429
Bad nutritional quality
Ultra-processed food

Ghirardelli chocolate, chocolate squares by Ghirardelli Chocolate provides 467 kcal per 100 g, with 55.6 g of sugars and 4.4 g of protein. That is 20% 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 Chocolate candies category. Contains: gelatin, milk, soybeans.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
26.7 g · High
Saturated fat
15.6 g · High
Sugars
55.6 g · High
Salt
0.1 g · Low

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Serving size: 3 squares (45 g)

Nutrient Per 100 g Per serving% DV* Category avg
Calories 467 kcal 210 kcal 510 −8%
Total fat 26.7 g 12 g 15% 31.6 −16%
Saturated fat 15.6 g 7 g 35% 19.4 −20%
Carbohydrates 66.7 g 30 g 11% 56.5 +18%
Total sugars 55.6 g 25 g 46.4 +20%
Dietary fiber 4.4 g 2 g 7% 4.5
Protein 4.4 g 2 g 4% 6.5 −31%
Salt 0.1 g 0 g 0.3 −63%

*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 7351 Chocolate candies products on Foodmetria.

Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from October 2021. Other values: Open Food Facts.

Compared with other chocolate candies

Calories lower 20%
Sugars higher 23%
Salt lower 27%
Saturated fat lower 34%
Protein top 76%
Fiber top 35%

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

Ingredients

Sugar, unsweetened chocolate, high fructose, corn syrup, cocoa butter, corn syrup, whole milk powder, palm oil, sweetened condensed milk (pasteurized milk, sugar), milk fat, water, freeze dried raspberry powder, butter (cream, salt), soy lecithin - an emulsifier, natural and artificial flavors, disodium phosphate, salt, fruit and vegetable juices - for color, sorbitol, vanilla, potassium sorbate, peppermint oil, gelatin, citric acid and tbhq-as preservatives.

Contains palm oilNot veganNot vegetarian
Allergens
GelatinMilkSoybeans

Additives 6

High overexposure risk
E322 - Lecithins
Antioxidant
E322i - Lecithin
Antioxidant

Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.

Product details

Serving size
3 squares (45 g)
Sold in
United States
Barcode
0747599321429

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Ghirardelli chocolate, chocolate squares?

Ghirardelli chocolate, chocolate squares contains 467 kcal per 100 g and about 210 kcal per serving (3 squares (45 g)).

How much sugar is in Ghirardelli chocolate, chocolate squares?

Ghirardelli chocolate, chocolate squares has 55.6 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Ghirardelli chocolate, chocolate squares 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 Ghirardelli chocolate, chocolate squares vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.

What allergens does Ghirardelli chocolate, chocolate squares contain?

According to the label data it contains: Gelatin, Milk, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 22, 2020. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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