Intense dark chocolate

Ghirardelli Chocolate Company · all Ghirardelli Chocolate Company products checked

Target diet: Keto

Intense dark chocolate · Keto

No, skip it.

Too high in carbs (45.5g/100g).

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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On the label

Unsweetened chocolatesugarcocoa buttervanilla

What we checked

Carbs (per 100g)45.5 g
Sugars (per 100g)27.3 g
Fat (per 100g)45.5 g

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
545 kcal
Fat
45.5 g
Saturated fat
27.3 g
high
Carbohydrates
45.5 g
Sugars
27.3 g
high
Fibre
9.1 g
Protein
9.1 g
Salt
0 g
low

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, high in sugars, low in salt. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

Unsweetened chocolate, sugar, cocoa butter, vanilla, soy lecithin - an emulsifier.

Detailed analysis: why is Intense dark chocolate not keto?

Our analysis indicates that Intense dark chocolate is likely not suitable for a keto diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • Too high in carbs (45.5g/100g)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Unsweetened chocolate, sugar, cocoa butter, vanilla, soy lecithin - an emulsifier.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Intense dark chocolate contains 545 calories per 100g, with 9.1g of protein, 45.5g of fat, and 45.5g of carbohydrates (27.3g of which is sugar). The high carbohydrate content further confirms that this product is not suitable for a ketogenic diet.

What should you do?

If you are following a keto diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer keto-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Intense dark chocolate Keto?

No, Intense dark chocolate is generally not Keto because it contains Too high in carbs (45.5g/100g).

Does Intense dark chocolate contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Unsweetened chocolate, sugar, cocoa butter, vanilla, soy lecithin - an emulsifier.

What are the nutritional facts of Intense dark chocolate?

Intense dark chocolate contains 545 calories per 100g, with 9.1g of protein, 45.5g of carbohydrates, and 45.5g of fat.

How much sugar is in Intense dark chocolate?

Intense dark chocolate lists 27.3 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as high in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (22.5 g or more per 100 g).

Is Intense dark chocolate ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Intense dark chocolate is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Intense dark chocolate on a Keto diet?

No, Intense dark chocolate is not recommended for a Keto diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Keto-certified alternatives.