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How much protein is in dark chocolate?
7.8 g per 100 g
Quick facts
- 2 gIn 2 squares (about 25 g).
- #129Out of 223 foods on our protein chart.
- 385 gNeeded for 30 g of protein.
About dark chocolate
Dark chocolate is a moderate source of protein. Chocolate and cocoa get their protein from the cocoa bean; the darker the chocolate, the more cocoa and the less sugar it holds.
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How it compares
Protein per 100 g, next to the foods closest to it on the chart and a few everyday staples.
| Food | Protein / 100 g |
|---|---|
| Chicken breast (cooked)Lean meat | 31 g |
| Egg (cooked)Egg | 13 g |
| Greek yogurtDairy | 10 g |
| Lentils (cooked)Legume | 9 g |
| TofuSoy product | 8 g |
| Macadamia nutsNuts | 7.9 g |
| Dark chocolateSweets | 7.8 g |
| Lima beans (cooked)Legume | 7.8 g |
| Black-eyed peas (cooked)Legume | 7.7 g |
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FAQ
How much protein is in dark chocolate?
Dark chocolate has 7.8 g of protein per 100 g. A typical serving, 2 squares (about 25 g), gives you roughly 2 g.
Is dark chocolate high in protein?
Dark chocolate is a moderate source of protein. With 7.8 g per 100 g it ranks #129 of the 223 foods on our protein chart.
How much dark chocolate do I need to eat for 30 g of protein?
About 385 g of dark chocolate.
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