But for calorie counters, chocolate has its downside. But the bad news is that chocolate is more than 50 percent fat. A one pound box of chocolate-covered creams contains about 2,000 calories and 75 grams of fat, she said. Each chocolate is about 80 calories and three grams of fat. One substitute can help chocolate lovers cut the fat and just may satisfy their sweet tooth, Aaron said.
Carob powder is used in a variety of things to add flavor.
It can be found in such items as chewing tobacco, dog biscuits, drugs and vitamins. The primary use of carob is for baking, Aaron said. Carob has a long shelf life and can be stored in the pantry for six to 12 months. Although it is naturally sweet, it is only about half as sweet as sugar. Chocolate also comes from the bean of a tropical plant, she said.