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Dark chocolate
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In moderation

Dark chocolate

Sweet

Also: bittersweet chocolate

Dark chocolate is keto only in small portions: it has ~6 g of net carbs per 2 squares (85% cacao), against the keto diet's 5 g-per-serving limit.

Net carbs

6 g

per 2 squares (85% cacao)

These are the carbs that count on keto: total carbs minus fiber.

It has about 6.8 g of net carbs per serving; it's easy to overeat, so it's best to measure your portion and choose varieties with 85% cacao or more.

Nutrition facts for dark chocolate

8.6 g
Fat
1.8 g
Protein
2.2 g
Fiber

Why dark chocolate is keto only in small portions?

On keto the goal is to stay under ~5 g of net carbs per serving; dark chocolate has 6 g per 2 squares (85% cacao) (9 g total − 2 g of fiber).

How much dark chocolate can I eat on keto?

To stay under 5 g of net carbs, the limit is ~15 g of dark chocolate. A better keto alternative is chocolate amargo.

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Source: nutritional estimate (USDA-style reference) · Confidence: medium
Reviewed by the Ketorai team · Last updated: July 1, 2026 · How we assign the verdict
For information only. This does not replace advice from a health professional.