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Instant Hot Cocoa Mix
Instant Hot Cocoa Mix by Hy-Vee provides 400 kcal per 100 ml, with 80 g of sugars and 5.7 g of protein. That is 92% more sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Dehydrated beverages category and comes in a 20 oz pack. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 ml
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds for drinks.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1/4 cup (35 ml)
| Nutrient | Per 100 ml | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 400 kcal | 140 kcal | 312 +28% | |
| Total fat | 2.9 g | 1 g | 1% | 6 −53% |
| Saturated fat | 2.9 g | 1 g | 5% | 5.8 −51% |
| Carbohydrates | 85.7 g | 30 g | 11% | 61.5 +39% |
| Total sugars | 80 g | 28 g | 41.6 +92% | |
| Added sugars | 65.7 g | 23 g | 46% | 32.2 +104% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.9 g | 1 g | 4% | 5.3 −45% |
| Protein | 5.7 g | 2 g | 4% | 5.4 +5% |
| Salt | 1.4 g | 0.5 g | 1.5 −6% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2460 Dehydrated beverages products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from April 2022. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other dehydrated beverages
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sugar, whey, cocoa (processed with alkali), corn syrup solids, nonfat milk, coconut oil, contains 2% or less of each of the following: whey protein concentrate, salt, sodium caseinate, anti-caking agent (silicon dioxide), dipotassium phosphate, emulsifier (mono - and diglycerides), color (annatto extract, turmeric extract), artificial flavor.
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 5
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 20 oz
- Serving size
- 1/4 cup (35 ml)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0075450060553
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Instant Hot Cocoa Mix?
Instant Hot Cocoa Mix contains 400 kcal per 100 ml and about 140 kcal per serving (1/4 cup (35 ml)).
How much sugar is in Instant Hot Cocoa Mix?
Instant Hot Cocoa Mix has 80 g of sugars per 100 ml, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Instant Hot Cocoa Mix healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Instant Hot Cocoa Mix vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Instant Hot Cocoa Mix contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated November 12, 2025. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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