Beyond Good Chocolate, Salted Caramel, 73% Cocoa
Why It Scored This Way
Weak nutritional value, significant processing, or both make this product less supportive of a health-focused diet.
- Sodium
- Saturated Fat
- Added Sugar
Verdict
Beyond Good Chocolate, Salted Caramel, 73% Cocoa is a dark chocolate bar featuring a blend of cocoa and caramel. Its main strength is the low sodium content, while its main tradeoff is the amount of added sugar. Overall, it is a concentrated plant-based confection for those seeking a rich, sweet treat.
How to Use This
Best kept to limited use within a balanced diet, in controlled portions and not as a routine choice. Pair it with fresh raspberries or sliced apple for a simple dessert plate.
Nutrition Overview
The nutrition panel shows a high concentration of saturated fat and added sugars within a small serving. While it offers a small amount of fiber, the calorie density is significant.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 150 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 10g | 13% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 30mg | 1% |
| Total Carbs | 12g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g | 7% |
| Total Sugars | 8g | — |
| Added Sugars | 8g | 16% |
| Protein | 2g | — |
Ingredient Analysis
The formulation is based on cocoa beans, cane sugar, and cocoa butter. The inclusion of a caramel component made with glucose syrup increases the processing level of the bar.
Ingredients
Cocoa Beans (Organic Ingredient), Cane Sugar (Organic Ingredient), Caramel (Organic Ingredient) [Cane Sugar (Organic Ingredient), Glucose Syrup], Cocoa Butter (Organic Ingredient), Sea Salt, Vanilla Extract (Organic Ingredient).
