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Cocoa Nibs

Cocoa Nibs are small pieces of roasted cacao beans (often called cacao nibs) used as a crunchy, unsweetened chocolate ingredient in baking, confections and as a topping for cereals or yogurt. They trace back to Mesoamerican cacao traditions and are prized for intense chocolate flavour without added sugar. Nutritionally, Cocoa Nibs are calorie-dense and high in fat but also provide notable amounts of plant protein and minerals; they supply 22.3g of fiber per 100 g, making them a useful way to add texture and fermentable fiber to recipes. They’re also a rich source of magnesium and copper, minerals often highlighted in cacao products. From a health perspective, Cocoa Nibs deliver concentrated cocoa polyphenols—antioxidant compounds linked with vascular and metabolic benefits—and their combination of fiber and minerals makes them a nutrient-forward way to add chocolate character to dishes when used in moderation.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~3.50€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

A+

Excellent

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

604 kcal

30% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

14 g

27% RDI

Fat

50 g

30g sat fat

Carbs

29 g

11% RDI

Sugar

1.8 g

4% RDI

Fiber

22 g

74% RDI

Salt

0 g

0% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

A+ · 8.5 / 10

Frequently asked

Q.01Are Cocoa Nibs healthy?

Yes, Cocoa Nibs are very healthy with a Health Grade of A+. They are a good source of dietary fiber (22.3g per 100g).

Q.03What NOVA processing level are Cocoa Nibs?

Cocoa Nibs are NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Q.05Are Cocoa Nibs gluten free?

Yes, Cocoa Nibs are gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Cocoa Nibs?

100g of Cocoa Nibs contain 604 kcal, 13.7g protein, 29.2g carbohydrates, 50.3g fat, and 22.3g fiber.

Q.04Are Cocoa Nibs vegan?

Yes, Cocoa Nibs are vegan.

Q.06Are Cocoa Nibs lactose free?

Yes, Cocoa Nibs are lactose free.

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