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Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel

According to USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 2580739, data refreshed July 2026), nutrition facts per 100g, sourced verbatim.

486
Calorieshigh density
5.7g
Proteingood source · 11% DV
60.0g
Carbshigh · 22% DV
28.6g
Fathigh · 37% DV
486 calories per 100g

Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel contains 486 calories per 100g according to USDA FoodData Central. It has 5.7g of protein, 28.6g of fat, and 60.0g of carbohydrates per 100g. Data is sourced verbatim from the Branded Food database, refreshed July 2026.

  • More protein than 38% of USDA whole foods

The verdict

Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel is sugar-heavy, with 54.3g of sugar per 100g.

5.7g
protein per 100g
Top 62%
protein vs USDA whole foods
486
calories per 100g
2.9g
fiber per 100g

Percentile computed against the 7,880 USDA SR Legacy and Foundation whole foods with a protein value, not branded or processed items.

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Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel by GHIRARDELLI contains 486 calories per 100g, according to the USDA FoodData Central database. It provides 5.7g of protein, 28.6g of fat, and 60.0g of carbohydrates per 100g. Dietary fiber: 2.9g. Below you will find a complete nutrient breakdown including vitamins, minerals, and daily value percentages based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are normalized to a 100g serving per the USDA FoodData Central standardization. Source: USDA laboratory analysis and manufacturer-reported label data for food products sold in the United States.

Where this data comes from

USDA FoodData Central is the United States government's authoritative reference for food composition, maintained by the Agricultural Research Service and updated as new laboratory analyses and manufacturer submissions are processed. Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel is catalogued there as FDC ID 2580739, a branded food entry from GHIRARDELLI. Every figure on this page comes from USDA laboratory analysis under the FDC Branded Food program, standardized to 100 g so it can be compared fairly against any other food in the database. Values are shown on the USDA per-100 g basis.

Check the full breakdown above for vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.

Nutritional Value at a Glance

Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel is a carbohydrate-dense food that can serve as a quick energy source.

At 10% of the Daily Value for fiber, it contributes moderately to daily fiber intake.

Allergen indicators

Our text scan flagged these FDA Big 9 major-allergen indicators in this product's name and brand description:

  • Milk

Always verify with the physical package label. Our detection is a keyword scan over USDA-published product names and brand text, it is conservative-positive (flags likely allergens) but cannot guarantee completeness or accuracy. Manufacturers may reformulate without notice; consumers with anaphylaxis-risk allergies must rely on the FDA-mandated ingredient and allergen statement printed on the package itself.

Nutrition Facts Serving size 100g Amount per serving Calories 486 % Daily Value* Total Fat 29g 37% Saturated Fat 17g 86% Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 14mg 5% Sodium 143mg 6% Total Carbohydrate 60g 22% Dietary Fiber 3g 10% Total Sugars 54g Includes 46g Added Sugars 91% Protein 6g Vitamin D 0mcg 0% Calcium 143mg 11% Iron 1mg 3% Potassium 300mg 6% * The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Values per 100g

Macro Breakdown

486
Calories per 100g

486 kcal = 24% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value

0%100%24of 2,000 kcal
486 kcal = 24% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value
P: 5.7gF: 28.6gC: 60.0g
5.7g
Protein
11% DV
28.6g
Total Fat
37% DV
60.0g
Carbs
22% DV
2.9g
Fiber
10% DV
54.3g
Sugar
no FDA DV
143mg
Sodium
6% DV

Values shown per 100g, the USDA FoodData Central standardization. Serving size for this entry is not declared in the USDA release.

Where Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel ranks on protein

Its 5.7g of protein per 100g placed against every USDA reference (whole) food, the 7,880 SR Legacy and Foundation items with a protein value.

Protein per 100g - Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel vs every USDA reference food

USDA reference (whole) foods with a protein value

6 38th percentile higher than 38% of 7,880 USDA reference foods

0–5: 2,829 USDA reference foods (36%). Below this entry. 5–10: 1,170 USDA reference foods (15%). This entry sits in this band. 10–15: 863 USDA reference foods (11%). Above this entry. 15–20: 783 USDA reference foods (10%). Above this entry. 20–25: 1,085 USDA reference foods (14%). Above this entry. 25–30: 826 USDA reference foods (10%). Above this entry. 30–35: 230 USDA reference foods (3%). Above this entry. 35–40: 32 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 40–45: 9 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 45–50: 11 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 50–55: 9 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 55–60: 33 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. This food 0 60 every USDA reference food, bucketed by value

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Source USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy & Foundation · July 2026

Full Nutrient Breakdown

Every nutrient USDA reports for this food, per 100 g, with each value's share of the FDA Daily Value shown as a bar.

Macronutrients

Nutrient Amount % DV
Carbohydrate, by difference 60.0 G
22%
Energy 486 KCAL
Fiber, total dietary 2.9 G
10%
Protein 5.7 G
11%
Total Sugars 54.3 G
Total lipid (fat) 28.6 G
37%

Vitamins

Nutrient Amount % DV
Sugars, added 45.7 G
91%

Minerals

Nutrient Amount % DV
Calcium, Ca 143 MG
11%
Iron, Fe 1 MG
3%
Potassium, K 300 MG
6%
Sodium, Na 143 MG
6%
Vitamin D (D2 + D3) 0.0 UG

Lipids

Nutrient Amount % DV
Cholesterol 14 MG
5%
Fatty acids, total saturated 17.1 G
86%
Fatty acids, total trans 0.00 G

Key takeaways

  • Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel delivers 5.7g of protein per 100g, more than 38% of USDA whole foods. See the protein ranking
  • It carries 486 calories per 100g.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel? ▼
Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel contains 486 calories per 100g. It has 5.7g of protein, 28.6g of fat, and 60.0g of carbohydrates.
What are the macros in Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel? ▼
Per 100g, Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel has 5.7g protein (5% of calories), 28.6g fat, and 60.0g carbs. Fiber: 2.9g. Sugar: 54.3g.
How much sodium is in Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel? ▼
Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel contains 143mg of sodium per 100g, which is 6% of the recommended daily limit (2,300mg).
Is Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel high in fiber? ▼
Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel contains 2.9g of dietary fiber per 100g, which is 10% of the daily recommended value (28g).
Is Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel keto-friendly? ▼
Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel has 60.0g of carbs per 100g (49% of calories), which may be too high for strict keto diets (typically under 5g net carbs per serving).
Is Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel good for a diet? ▼
Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel has 486 calories per 100g. Fat content: 28.6g.
How does Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel compare to other foods? ▼
Ghirardelli Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares, Caramel provides 486 calories and 5.7g protein per 100g. That is 85 calories per gram of protein. Use our compare tool to see how it stacks up against similar foods in the same category.

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Primary source data

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Data Sources & Methodology

Data from USDA FoodData Central, April 2026 release. See our methodology.

Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 2580739) — Branded Food database. Verify with USDA →

Source: FDA 2,000-calorie Daily Value reference — %DV computed against the USDA per-100g standardization basis.

Disclaimer: This information is for reference only and should not replace professional dietary advice. Nutrient content may vary by brand, preparation method, and seasonal factors.

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