How Many Calories Are In Unsweetened Baking Chocolate?

FoodData Central Updated 6 April 2026

Unsweetened baking chocolate, pure cocoa liquor with no sugar added, for brownies and ganache. Bitter eaten on its own.

Calories per 1 square (29g)

186

kcal

% Daily Value

9%

Complete Nutrition Facts for Unsweetened Baking Chocolate

Per 1 square (29g)

0.3g

sugar

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About Calories in Unsweetened Baking Chocolate

A serving of Unsweetened Baking Chocolate (29g) contains 186kcal of calories, which is 9% of the recommended daily value based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Calories measure the energy content of food. Your body needs calories to function, but consuming more than you burn leads to weight gain. When planning your meals, consider that unsweetened baking chocolate is a low source of calories compared to other snacks & sweets.

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Source: USDA FoodData Central | FDC ID: 167568 | Last updated: 2026-04-06

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