Verdict
One paçoca (20 g) has 97 kcal vs 134 kcal for two squares of milk chocolate (25 g), and more protein (3.2 g vs 1.9 g), since it's made of peanuts. Per 100 g the gap is smaller (487 vs 535 kcal) — paçoca also wins by coming in a small, pre-portioned piece. Neither is "fit", but to handle a sweet craving, a paçoca usually costs fewer calories.
When to choose Paçoca
- You want a pre-portioned treat with a bit of protein.
- You like peanuts and want to avoid opening a whole bar.
When to choose Milk chocolate
- You really want chocolate: two squares fit in a diet.
- Pick 70% dark if you like it — less sugar, though not fewer calories.
Values per 100 g of ready-to-eat food, from the Brazilian Food Composition Table (TACO) and USDA FoodData Central. They vary by brand, cut and preparation. Educational estimates, not individual nutrition advice.