Data last updated: April 2026

Butter vs Dark Chocolate

Nutrition Comparison per 100g

Butter 1
vs
8 Dark Chocolate

Dairy & Eggs vs Sweets

Side-by-Side Nutrition Facts

Nutrient Butter Dark Chocolate Better
Calories 717kcal 546kcal Dark Chocolate
Protein 0.9g 4.9g Dark Chocolate
Total Fat 81.1g 31.3g Dark Chocolate
Carbohydrates 0.1g 59.4g Dark Chocolate
Fiber 0g 7g Dark Chocolate
Sugar 0.1g 48g Butter
Vitamin C 0mg 0mg Tie
Calcium 24mg 56mg Dark Chocolate
Iron 0mg 8mg Dark Chocolate
Potassium 24mg 559mg Dark Chocolate

Macronutrient Breakdown

Butter

Protein: 0.9g Fat: 81.1g Carbs: 0.1g

Dark Chocolate

Protein: 4.9g Fat: 31.3g Carbs: 59.4g

Data Source

Nutrition data sourced from the USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy database. All values are per 100g of the food item. Actual nutritional content may vary by preparation method, brand, and serving size.

Butter vs Dark Chocolate — Key Takeaway

Dark Chocolate has 171 fewer calories per 100g than Butter, making it the lighter option. For protein, Dark Chocolate leads with 4.9g per 100g. Dark Chocolate is the better source of fiber at 7g per 100g.

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