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Intense Dark 72% cacao
Intense Dark 72% cacao by Ghirardelli Chocolate provides 531 kcal per 100 g, with 25 g of sugars and 6.3 g of protein. That is 43% less 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 Chocolates category. Contains: soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 3 squares (32 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 531 kcal | 170 kcal | 532 | |
| Total fat | 46.9 g | 15 g | 19% | 33.3 +41% |
| Saturated fat | 28.1 g | 9 g | 45% | 18.8 +50% |
| Carbohydrates | 43.8 g | 14 g | 5% | 50.3 −13% |
| Total sugars | 25 g | 8 g | 43.9 −43% | |
| Added sugars | 12.5 g | 4 g | 8% | 33.7 −63% |
| Protein | 6.3 g | 2 g | 4% | 6.7 −7% |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g | 0.2 −100% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 4170 Chocolates products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from December 2022. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other chocolates
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Unsweetened chocolate, cane sugar, cocoa butter, vanilla extract, soy lecithin
- Allergens
- Soybeans
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 3 squares (32 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0747599414589
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Intense Dark 72% cacao?
Intense Dark 72% cacao contains 531 kcal per 100 g and about 170 kcal per serving (3 squares (32 g)).
How much sugar is in Intense Dark 72% cacao?
Intense Dark 72% cacao has 25 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Intense Dark 72% cacao 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.
What allergens does Intense Dark 72% cacao contain?
According to the label data it contains: Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 12, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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