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Candied Walnut Calories
Sweet, crunchy walnut snack
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Candied Walnut (30 g) has 153 calories. That works out to 510 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.2 g of carbs, 2.3 g of protein, 10.8 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Copper covers 43% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Candied Walnut Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
153
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
13.2g
· 5% DV
Protein
2.3g
· 5% DV
Fat
10.8g
· 14% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 33% · Protein 6% · Fat 61%
Candied Walnut nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 153 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.8 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 0.96 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.9 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.2 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% |
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 Candied Walnut?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 153 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 12 g | 61 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 77 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 60 g | 306 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 510 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 100 g | 510 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 120 g | 612 kcal |
Calculated from 510 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Candied Walnut
What is candied walnut made of?
Candied walnut is made from walnut pieces coated with sugar, often cooked until the coating turns crisp. Some recipes add spices or a little salt, but the defining ingredients are walnuts and a sweet coating.
How do you make candied walnuts at home?
To make candied walnuts, cook walnut pieces with sugar in a pan or coat them with a sugar mixture before baking. Spread them apart on parchment while still warm so the coating can harden without forming one clump.
Why are my candied walnuts sticky instead of crunchy?
Candied walnuts stay sticky when the sugar coating has not dried completely or moisture gets into the container. Let them cool fully in a single layer, then store them airtight in a dry place.
How should you store candied walnuts?
Store candied walnuts in an airtight container once they are completely cool. Keep the container somewhere dry and away from heat; humidity can soften the sugar coating and make the pieces stick together.
Can you freeze candied walnuts?
Yes, candied walnuts can be frozen in an airtight container. Let the closed container come to room temperature before opening it after thawing, which helps prevent condensation from making the sugar coating damp.
Can you bake with candied walnuts?
Yes, candied walnuts work well in cookies, cakes, and muffins, but their sugar coating can brown faster than plain nuts. Fold them in near the end of mixing and watch the bake so the coating does not burn.
Are candied walnuts the same as praline?
No, candied walnuts are walnut pieces coated with sugar, while praline often means nuts cooked into a brittle, sugary confection or a ground nut paste, depending on the region. Candied walnuts usually remain recognizable as separate pieces.
Can dogs eat candied walnuts?
No, candied walnuts are not a suitable treat for dogs. The sugar coating is unnecessary, and walnuts can pose digestive or choking risks; moldy walnuts may also contain toxins, so keep the snack out of a dog's reach.
Are candied walnuts healthy?
Candied walnuts provide walnuts’ nutrients, but the sugar coating makes them a sweeter treat than plain walnuts. Choose them for their flavor and crunch rather than as a replacement for unsweetened nuts.
Can people with diabetes eat candied walnuts?
People with diabetes can include candied walnuts only with attention to the added sugar and portion size, since the coating can raise blood glucose. A clinician or dietitian can help fit them into an individual meal plan.
Candied Walnut Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Biotin
1.8µg · 6% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
B5
0.15mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.39mg · 43% DV
Manganese
0.63mg · 27% DV
Magnesium
29mg · 7% DV
Zinc
0.66mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
75mg · 2% DV
Sodium
0.9mg · 0% DV
Candied Walnut Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Candied Walnut
To burn the 153 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Candied Walnut?
Candied walnut is made by coating or cooking walnut pieces with sugar until the surface turns crisp and sweet. It is a familiar kind of nut confection in many food traditions rather than a dish tied to one specific place.
The sugary shell crunches against the walnut’s rich, earthy bite. It can be eaten on its own as a snack, offered with tea or coffee, or used to add crunch to desserts and yoghurt. Candied walnut is energy-dense, with 510 calories per 100 g, as both the nuts and the sugar contribute energy. For a lighter snack, enjoy a small piece alongside fresh fruit, or mix a little into plain yoghurt instead of eating a larger handful.
How Nutritious Is Candied Walnut?
Nutrient density
Medium
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
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 Candied Walnut 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 Candied Walnut Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Candied Walnut 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
Candied Walnut Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.96g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
8.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.