Calorie comparison
Hot Chocolate vs Latte
Per 100 grams, latte is the lighter choice by 21 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 | Latte |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 77 | 56 |
| Protein | 3.5 g | 3.1 g |
| Carbs | 12 g | 5.4 g |
| Fat | 2.3 g | 2.1 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
☕ Latte
12 oz with whole milk (360 g)
202 cal
11.2 g protein · 19.4 g carbs · 7.6 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, hot chocolate or latte?
Per 100 g, hot chocolate has 77 calories and latte has 56. Latte is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, hot chocolate or latte?
Hot Chocolate has 3.5 g of protein per 100 g; latte has 3.1 g. Hot Chocolate wins on protein.
Is hot chocolate or latte 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 latte — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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