Calorie comparison
Hot Chocolate vs Smoothie
Per 100 grams, smoothie is the lighter choice by 12 calories, while hot chocolate delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Hot Chocolate | Smoothie |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 77 | 65 |
| Protein | 3.5 g | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 12 g | 15 g |
| Fat | 2.3 g | 0.5 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
☕ Hot Chocolate
1 cup (240 g)
185 cal
8.4 g protein · 28.8 g carbs · 5.5 g fat
🥤 Smoothie
1 cup (240 g)
156 cal
3.6 g protein · 36 g carbs · 1.2 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, hot chocolate or smoothie?
Per 100 g, hot chocolate has 77 calories and smoothie has 65. Smoothie is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, hot chocolate or smoothie?
Hot Chocolate has 3.5 g of protein per 100 g; smoothie has 1.5 g. Hot Chocolate wins on protein.
Is hot chocolate or smoothie better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward smoothie — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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