Calories
65 kcal
3% of Daily kcal · low-calorie
Protein
3.3 g
7% RDI
Fat
0.8 g
0.5g sat fat
Carbs
11 g
4% RDI
Sugar
9.5 g
19% RDI
Fiber
0.5 g
2% RDI
Salt
0.2 g
4% RDI
Hot Chocolate (Skim or Low-Fat Milk)
Hot Chocolate (Skim or Low-Fat Milk) is a warm, comforting chocolate-flavored drink typically prepared by mixing cocoa powder with skim or low-fat milk; it's popular as a beverage or bedtime treat in many cuisines. Nutritionally it provides a small amount of protein from the milk and is relatively low in fat, but it contains about 9.5g of sugar per 100g which is worth noting for those watching added sugars. Overall, it delivers good protein quality from dairy and some micronutrients found in milk (like vitamin B12 and iodine), but as a sweetened beverage it can be higher in simple sugars compared with plain milk or unsweetened cocoa preparations.
Vegetarian · Gluten free · Ultra-processed · ~0.15€/100g
Kinome Health Grade
D
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Nutrition
Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.
Nutrition quality
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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science
D · 4.5 / 10
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Frequently asked
Q.01Is Hot Chocolate (Skim or Low-Fat Milk) healthy?
Hot Chocolate (Skim or Low-Fat Milk) is rated D on overall nutritional quality and is best consumed in moderation alongside more nutrient-dense foods.
Q.03What NOVA processing level is Hot Chocolate (Skim or Low-Fat Milk)?
Hot Chocolate (Skim or Low-Fat Milk) is NOVA 4 - Ultra-processed.
Q.05Is Hot Chocolate (Skim or Low-Fat Milk) gluten free?
Yes, Hot Chocolate (Skim or Low-Fat Milk) is gluten free.
Q.02What are the macros in Hot Chocolate (Skim or Low-Fat Milk)?
100g of Hot Chocolate (Skim or Low-Fat Milk) contains 65 kcal, 3.3g protein, 10.5g carbohydrates, 0.8g fat, and 0.5g fiber.
Q.04Is Hot Chocolate (Skim or Low-Fat Milk) vegetarian?
Yes, Hot Chocolate (Skim or Low-Fat Milk) is vegetarian but not vegan.
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