1. Health Benefits

Extensive research demonstrates that coffee offers benefits for Alzheimer’s disease, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular health, and the reduction of high blood pressure. On the other hand, chocolate is beneficial for cardiovascular-related conditions, may enhance brain function, and has potential benefits in blood sugar regulation, although further research is required.

2. Nutritional Profile

From a nutritional perspective, chocolate provides more overall nutrition. Opting for 100% dark chocolate allows you to enjoy powerful antioxidants and essential micronutrients without the added sugar. In contrast, coffee lacks significant minerals or vitamins, but it also has no calories which some people may prefer.

3. Antioxidants

There’s an ongoing debate about which one excels in terms of antioxidants. A 70% dark chocolate is nearly equivalent to wild blueberries, one of the highest antioxidant-rich foods. However, roasted coffee beans contain over double the antioxidants compared to wild blueberries. Could raw 100% cacao be higher than all of the rest? Further research holds this answer, but combining a small amount of 100% cacao with coffee may just be the best of all worlds!