Semi-sweet chocolate chips

by Trader Joe's 12 oz in Chocolates with sweeteners Barcode 0072488000575
Bad nutritional quality
Ultra-processed food

Semi-sweet chocolate chips by Trader Joe's provides 467 kcal per 100 g, with 53.3 g of sugars and 6.7 g of protein. That is 440% 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 Chocolates with sweeteners category and comes in a 12 oz pack. Contains: soybeans.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
26.7 g · High
Saturated fat
16.7 g · High
Sugars
53.3 g · High
Salt
0 g · Low

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Serving size: 15g

Nutrient Per 100 g Per serving% DV* Category avg
Calories 467 kcal 70 kcal 485
Total fat 26.7 g 4 g 5% 35.1 −24%
Saturated fat 16.7 g 2.5 g 13% 19.2 −13%
Carbohydrates 66.7 g 10 g 4% 42.3 +58%
Total sugars 53.3 g 8 g 9.9 +440%
Dietary fiber 6.7 g 1 g 4% 8.4 −20%
Protein 6.7 g 1 g 2% 9.7 −31%
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 14 Chocolates with sweeteners products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other chocolates with sweeteners

Calories lower 36%
Sugars higher 7%
Salt lower 1%
Saturated fat lower 14%
Protein top 64%
Fiber top 67%

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

Ingredients

SUGAR, CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, COCOA BUTTER, SOY LECITHIN (AN EMULSIFIER).

Palm oil freeVeganVegetarian
Allergens
Soybeans
May contain traces
GlutenMilkNutsPeanutsSoybeans

Additives 2

E322 - Lecithins
Antioxidant
E322i - Lecithin
Antioxidant

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

Product details

Quantity
12 oz
Serving size
15g
Sold in
United States
Barcode
0072488000575

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Semi-sweet chocolate chips?

Semi-sweet chocolate chips contains 467 kcal per 100 g and about 70 kcal per serving (15g).

How much sugar is in Semi-sweet chocolate chips?

Semi-sweet chocolate chips has 53.3 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Semi-sweet chocolate chips 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 Semi-sweet chocolate chips vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.

What allergens does Semi-sweet chocolate chips contain?

According to the label data it contains: Soybeans. It may also contain traces of gluten, milk, nuts, peanuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated February 10, 2022. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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