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Small, round, glossy red sweets are arranged on a plate, with smooth, hard-looking surfaces and a few pale highlights.

Apple ball Calories

Sweet snack made from apple puree or grated apple, often mixed with nuts, cinnamon, and sometimes biscuit, rolled into balls.

In season: Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

140kcal

GI

45medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

120mg

FIBER · 100 G

3.1g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Apple ball (30 g) has 42 calories. That works out to 140 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.7 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 1 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Apple ball Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g

42

KCAL / 30G

Carbs

8.7g

· 3% DV

Protein

0.5g

· 1% DV

Fat

1g

· 1% DV

Fiber

0.9g

· 3% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 76% · Protein 4% · Fat 20%

Apple ball nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories42 kcal
Total fat1 g1%
Saturated fat0.14 g1%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium0.9 mg0%
Total carbohydrate8.7 g3%
Fiber0.9 g3%
Protein0.5 g1%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Apple ball?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)30 g42 kcal
1 piece (small)20 g28 kcal
1 piece (large)45 g63 kcal
2 piece (double)60 g84 kcal
3 piece (triple)90 g126 kcal
100 g100 g140 kcal
1 serving (medium)100 g140 kcal
1 pack (medium)120 g168 kcal
1 serving (large)150 g210 kcal

Calculated from 140 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Apple ball

How do you make Apple balls?

Apple balls are made by mixing grated apple or apple purée with ingredients such as nuts, cinnamon and sometimes crushed biscuits, then rolling the mixture into balls. Chilling it briefly can make shaping easier.

What are Apple balls made of?

Apple balls usually contain grated apple or apple purée, with nuts and cinnamon often added. Some recipes include crushed biscuits to absorb moisture and help the mixture hold its shape; the exact ingredients vary by recipe.

Do Apple balls need to be baked?

No, Apple balls are usually a no-bake sweet. The mixture is rolled and chilled to firm up, so baking is not needed; recipes with different ingredients may use a different method.

Which apples work best for Apple balls?

Crisp, sweet-tart apples work well for Apple balls because they bring both freshness and flavor. If your apples are very juicy, squeeze or drain some of the liquid so the mixture does not become too wet.

Why is my Apple ball mixture too wet?

Apple ball mixture is often too wet because grated apples release juice or the purée contains extra moisture. Stir in crushed biscuits, ground nuts or another dry ingredient a little at a time until the mixture can hold its shape.

Can Apple balls be made without biscuits?

Yes, Apple balls can be made without biscuits. Finely ground nuts or oats can help absorb moisture and bind the mixture, though they will change its texture and flavor.

How should Apple balls be stored?

Store Apple balls in a sealed container in the refrigerator and eat them within a few days, since fresh apple can spoil and release moisture. Separate layers with parchment paper to keep the balls from sticking.

Can you freeze Apple balls?

Yes, Apple balls can be frozen. Freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container; thaw them in the refrigerator, as the apple may become softer after freezing.

What can you roll Apple balls in?

Apple balls can be rolled in finely chopped nuts, shredded coconut, cocoa powder or crushed biscuits. Add the coating after shaping, pressing gently so it sticks without flattening the balls.

Can Apple balls be made with cooked apples?

Yes, Apple balls can be made with cooked apples, but let them cool and drain away excess liquid first. Cooked apple is softer than grated raw apple, so the mixture may need extra dry ingredients to hold together.

Apple ball Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin C

1.65mg · 2% DV

Biotin

0.36µg · 1% DV

B6

0.02mg · 1% DV

B1

0.01mg · 1% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.02mg · 2% DV

Potassium ⭐

36mg · 1% DV

Phosphorus

5.4mg · 1% DV

Manganese

0.02mg · 1% DV

Sodium

0.9mg · 0% DV

Apple ball Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

45
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

3.9
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Apple ball

To burn the 42 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):

🚶

10min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

4min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

6min

Cycling

🏊

5min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Apple ball?

An Apple ball is a small homemade sweet made by mixing grated apple or apple purée with cinnamon and often nuts; some versions include biscuit crumbs to help bind the mixture. Recipes vary, and the mixture is usually shaped into bite-sized balls rather than baked.

Soft and fruity with warm cinnamon, it may have a little crunch from the nuts or a firmer, crumbly texture when made with biscuits. In Turkey, where this style of apple sweet is commonly enjoyed at home, it makes an easy bite with tea or a small after-meal treat. It is mainly a carbohydrate-based snack, with some fibre from the apple and little protein. For a lighter version, use less biscuit and let the apple provide more of the sweetness.

How Nutritious Is Apple ball?

Nutrient density

Medium

35/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

44/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Is Apple ball Processed?

NOVA 3

Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Apple ball Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts yes
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Apple ball Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

— Not suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Apple ball Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.14g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.33g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.36g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.