Chocolate, milk

Milk chocolate is a confectionery food made with cocoa ingredients, sugar and milk. The figures here describe milk chocolate as sold. It provides mainly carbohydrate, in the form of sugars, and fat, with some protein and minerals. Per 100g, it contains 56g of sugars and 31g of fat, including 19g of saturated fat. It also provides 226mg of calcium.

Calcium contributes to the maintenance of bones and teeth and supports normal muscle function. The sugar and saturated fat content are points to note for people monitoring these in their diet. Milk chocolate also provides concentrated energy, so the amount eaten affects energy intake. Full nutrient figures are in the tables below.