White chocolate

White chocolate is a sweet confection made primarily from sugar, cocoa butter, and milk solids, with little to no cocoa solids, which distinguishes it from dark and milk chocolate. Unlike traditional chocolates, its lack of cocoa solids gives it a creamy texture and a mild flavor. White chocolate is often used in desserts, confections, and as a coating for various treats.

Common culinary uses for white chocolate include incorporation in cookies, cakes, and mousse. It can also be melted and used for dipping fruits or pretzels. Understanding how to cook white chocolate is essential, as it should be melted gently to avoid seizing or burning. Employing a double boiler or microwave on low power can help achieve a smooth consistency.

When it comes to white chocolate nutrition, it is energy-dense, primarily providing carbohydrates and fats, which contribute to its sweet flavor. It typically contains no caffeine, making it a suitable choice for individuals looking to avoid caffeine from traditional chocolate. However, consumers should be mindful of the sugar content as well.

For proper storage, white chocolate should be kept in a cool, dark place away from moisture, ideally in an airtight container. When stored correctly, it can last for several months. Different types of white chocolate exist, ranging from those with varying sugar levels to options with added flavorings, offering versatility for culinary applications.

White chocolate nutrition per 100g

Energy
Calories 540kcal 27%
Protein
Protein 6g 4%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 60g 17%
Fiber 0.20g 1%
Sugar 60g 59%
Fat
Fat 33g 38%
Saturated 20g 65%
Cholesterol 20mg -
Vitamins
Vitamin A 9ug 1%
Choline 30mg 5%
Vitamin B1 0.06mg 5%
Vitamin B2 0.28mg 22%
Vitamin B3 0.74mg 5%
Vitamin B6 0.06mg 3%
Vitamin B9 7ug 2%
Vitamin B12 0.56ug 23%
Vitamin C 0.50mg 1%
Vitamin E 0.96mg 6%
Vitamin K 9ug 8%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 200mg 15%
Copper, Cu 0.06mg 7%
Iron, Fe 0.24mg 2%
Magnesium, Mg 12mg 3%
Phosphorus, P 180mg 14%
Potassium, K 290mg 8%
Selenium, Se 4.50ug 8%
Sodium, Na 90mg 6%
Zinc, Zn 0.74mg 7%
Water
Water 1.30g -
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

White chocolate recipes

Double ginger biscotti

Enjoy crispy double ginger biscotti with a hint of white chocolate.

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Chocolate christmas trees

Delightful chocolate tree-shaped cookies for festive occasions.

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Chocolate-dipped strawberries

Elegant chocolate-dipped strawberries in three chocolate varieties.

20 Jan 2026

Deluxe brownies

Indulgent deluxe brownies with dark chocolate, macadamia nuts, and raspberries.

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White chocolate mousse

Indulge in a rich and airy white chocolate mousse.

18 Nov 2025

White chocolate and passionfruit scones

Delicious white chocolate and passionfruit scones for any occasion.

10 Dec 2025

Easter bunny biscuits

Delightfully cute Easter bunny biscuits with white chocolate.

07 Jan 2026

Warm chocolate cake

Indulge in this rich warm chocolate cake with a white chocolate sauce.

04 Jan 2026

White chocolate tart

Indulge in this creamy white chocolate tart with a cocoa almond crust.

12 Feb 2026

Chocolate chunk and raspberry brownies

Rich chocolate brownies with fresh raspberries and chocolate chunks.

13 Nov 2025

White chocolate hot cocoa with coconut and rum

Indulge in creamy white chocolate hot cocoa with coconut and rum.

26 Dec 2025

Olive oil and sour cream tea cake

A moist tea cake with lemon, white chocolate, and nuts.

17 Jan 2026

White chocolate and raspberry self-saucing pudding

Indulge in this white chocolate and raspberry self-saucing pudding.

08 Jan 2026

Raspberry & white chocolate blondies

Delicious raspberry & white chocolate blondies for any occasion.

11 Nov 2025

The best chewy choc chip cookies

Delicious chewy choc chip cookies with dark and white chocolate.

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Caramelised white chocolate ice cream and brownie sandwiches

Delicious caramelised white chocolate ice cream brownie sandwiches.

08 Feb 2026

Air fryer choc cookies

Easy air fryer choc cookies with milk and white chocolate.

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White chocolate custard tart

Decadent white chocolate tart topped with fresh raspberries.

12 Nov 2025

Double-choc cookies

Decadent double-choc cookies with dark and white chocolate.

25 Jan 2026

Raspberry ripple parfait with white chocolate shards

Delicious raspberry parfait layered with white chocolate shards.

26 Dec 2025

Double choc-chip cookies

Indulge in rich double choc-chip cookies with dark and white chocolate.

19 Dec 2025

Custard powder biscuits

Delicious custard powder biscuits with white chocolate.

04 Jan 2026

White chocolate & raspberry blondies

Indulge in rich white chocolate and raspberry blondies with hazelnuts.

17 Dec 2025

Chocolate strawberries

Enjoy elegant chocolate-covered strawberries, perfect for any occasion.

12 Jan 2026

Peanut butter truffles

Indulge in creamy peanut butter truffles coated in chocolate.

24 Jan 2026

Mini raspberry and white chocolate eclairs

Delicious mini eclairs filled with raspberry and white chocolate.

14 Dec 2025

Choc-chunk raspberry blondies

Delicious choc-chunk raspberry blondies with white chocolate and raspberries.

28 Nov 2025

Passionfruit and white chocolate mousse

A smooth passionfruit and white chocolate mousse for a refreshing dessert.

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White chocolate pistachio truffles

Delicious white chocolate truffles with pistachios and coconut.

30 Dec 2025

White chocolate brownie bars

Decadent white chocolate brownie bars with cranberries and pistachios.

07 Dec 2025

Vanilla white choc pb protein bar

Enjoy creamy vanilla white chocolate peanut butter protein bars.

17 Nov 2025

Gingerbread brownie

Enjoy fudgy gingerbread brownies with spiced flavors.

10 Dec 2025

Raspberry and white chocolate scones

Quick and easy raspberry and white chocolate scones.

01 Jan 2026

White chocolate & macadamia blondies

Indulge in sweet white chocolate and nutty macadamia blondies.

19 Jan 2026

White chocolate and macadamia brownie

Decadent white chocolate and macadamia brownies, easy to make!

21 Nov 2025

Strawberry meringues

Delightful strawberry meringues topped with white chocolate cream.

19 Dec 2025

Shortbread christmas trees

Festive shortbread Christmas trees adorned with white chocolate.

24 Dec 2025

White chocolate cake with buttercream icing

Indulge in a rich white chocolate cake with creamy buttercream icing.

25 Dec 2025

Sour cream banana cake

A moist and comforting sour cream banana cake with white chocolate.

12 Dec 2025

Cheesecake bauble truffles

Delightful cheesecake truffles coated in white chocolate.

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