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Small, glossy hard candies shaped like short bananas, with smooth curved bodies and rounded ends in bright yellow, arranged loosely on a plain surface.

Banana hard candy Calories

Sugar-based banana-flavored hard candy

CALORIES · 100 G

392kcal

GI

80high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

8mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 piece (small) of Banana hard candy (6 g) has 24 calories. That works out to 392 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.9 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 80 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Banana hard candy Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (small) · 6 g

24

KCAL / 6G

Carbs

5.9g

· 2% DV

Protein

0g

· 0% DV

Fat

0g

· 0% DV

Fiber

0g

· 0% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%

Banana hard candy nutrition facts table · 1 piece (small) (6 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories24 kcal
Total fat0 g0%
Saturated fat0 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium2.1 mg0%
Total carbohydrate5.9 g2%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein0 g0%

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 Small Banana hard candy?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (small)6 g24 kcal
1 piece (mini)4 g16 kcal
1 piece (medium)8 g31 kcal
1 piece (large)12 g47 kcal
3 piece (medium)18 g71 kcal
1 serving (small)25 g98 kcal
5 piece (large)30 g118 kcal
10 piece (jumbo)60 g235 kcal
1 pack (medium)80 g314 kcal
100 g100 g392 kcal

Calculated from 392 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Banana hard candy

Does banana hard candy contain real bananas?

Not necessarily. Banana hard candy is usually made from sugar syrup and banana flavoring, and some versions may not contain any actual banana. It is an ultra-processed sweet, not a substitute for fruit or its fiber.

How is banana hard candy made?

Banana hard candy is made by cooking sugar syrup until it sets hard, then adding banana flavor and shaping or cooling it. Commercial versions may also use colors or other ingredients, so recipes differ.

Does banana hard candy taste like a fresh banana?

Usually not exactly. Banana hard candy has a concentrated, sweet flavor designed for confectionery, while fresh bananas have a softer taste and texture. The flavor also varies with the type of flavoring used.

Why does banana hard candy get sticky?

Banana hard candy usually gets sticky when it absorbs moisture from humid air or is left unwrapped. Keep it sealed in a dry place; once the surface becomes sticky, candies may also clump together.

How should you store banana hard candy?

Store banana hard candy in its closed wrapper or an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Moisture can soften its surface, while heat and direct sunlight may affect its texture and flavor.

Can you melt banana hard candy for baking?

Yes, banana hard candy can be melted carefully and used as a sweet decoration or ingredient in some desserts. Heat it gently because sugar can scorch, and handle the melted candy cautiously to avoid burns.

Can dogs eat banana hard candy?

No, banana hard candy is not a suitable treat for dogs. It offers little nutritional value and can pose a choking risk; sugar-free candy containing xylitol is especially dangerous to dogs.

Can banana hard candy damage your teeth?

Yes, frequent banana hard candy consumption can contribute to tooth decay because mouth bacteria turn sugar into acids. Sucking on a hard candy also keeps sugar in contact with teeth for longer.

Does banana hard candy raise blood sugar?

Yes, banana hard candy can raise blood sugar quickly because it is primarily sugar and contains no fiber. People managing diabetes should account for it in their eating plan rather than treating it like fruit.

Why is banana hard candy yellow?

Banana hard candy may be yellow because a coloring is added, but the shade is not a reliable sign of how much banana it contains. Some versions use different colors, and flavor and color can come from separate ingredients.

Banana hard candy Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin A

0µg · 0% DV

B1

0mg · 0% DV

B2

0mg · 0% DV

B3

0mg · 0% DV

Minerals

Sodium

2.1mg · 0% DV

Copper

0mg · 0% DV

Iron

0.01mg · 0% DV

Calcium

0.3mg · 0% DV

Potassium ⭐

0.48mg · 0% DV

Banana hard candy Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

80
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

1.4
Low

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

How to Burn Off Banana hard candy

To burn the 24 calories in 1 piece (small) (6 g):

🚶

6min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

2min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

3min

Cycling

🏊

3min

Swimming

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

What is Banana hard candy?

Banana hard candy is a small, firm sweet made by cooking sugar until it sets, with banana flavour added. It is not a traditional banana preparation; in Turkey, it is one of many sweets offered to guests during Bayram visits. The pieces are often kept in a bowl for sharing, eaten slowly as they dissolve, and served with tea or coffee. Elsewhere, individually wrapped pieces are also enjoyed as an occasional sweet or passed around after a meal.

Its nutrition comes almost entirely from sugar: 100 g provides 98 g of carbohydrates, with virtually no protein or fibre. One small piece (about 6 g) is an easy portion to keep track of; pair it with fruit or nuts rather than making it the main snack.

How Nutritious Is Banana hard candy?

Nutrient density

Low

3/ 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

Low

1/ 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 Banana hard candy Processed?

NOVA 4

Ultra-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 Banana hard candy Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

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

Which Diets Is Banana hard candy Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

— Not suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Banana hard candy Fat Profile

SATURATED

0g

MONOUNSATURATED

0g

POLYUNSATURATED

0g

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.