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Carrot truffle Calories
Sweet carrot-based truffle, typically made with sugar and fat
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Carrot truffle (25 g) has 96 calories. That works out to 385 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.1 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 4.5 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 162.5 µg of Vitamin A covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Carrot truffle Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
96
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
13.1g
· 5% DV
Protein
1g
· 2% DV
Fat
4.5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 4% · Fat 42%
Carrot truffle nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (25 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 96 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.1 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 24 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.1 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 1 g | 2% |
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 Carrot truffle?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 35 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 40 g | 154 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 193 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 289 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 289 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 385 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 462 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 140 g | 539 kcal |
Calculated from 385 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Carrot truffle
How do you make carrot truffle?
Carrot truffle is usually made by cooking grated carrot with sugar and butter until soft, then mixing in crushed biscuits. Chill the mixture before rolling it into small balls and coating them with coconut.
What ingredients are in carrot truffle?
Carrot truffle commonly contains grated carrot, sugar, butter or another fat, crushed biscuits, and desiccated coconut. Some versions add nuts, so check the recipe carefully if you have a nut allergy.
Does carrot truffle need to be baked?
No, carrot truffle is generally a no-bake sweet. The grated carrot is cooked on the stovetop to soften it, but the shaped truffles are simply chilled rather than baked in an oven.
Can you make carrot truffle without biscuits?
Yes, you can make carrot truffle without biscuits, though the mixture may be softer and harder to shape. Use a suitable alternative such as finely ground oats or extra coconut, adding it gradually until the mixture holds together.
What does carrot truffle taste like?
Carrot truffle tastes sweet and gently spiced if the recipe includes spices, with a soft, chewy center and a coconut coating. The carrot contributes moisture and a mild earthy sweetness rather than a strong raw-carrot flavor.
Why is my carrot truffle mixture too wet?
Carrot truffle mixture is often too wet because the grated carrot released excess water or the mixture has not cooled enough. Let it cool, then stir in crushed biscuits or coconut a little at a time until it can be rolled.
How should you store carrot truffle?
Store carrot truffle in a sealed container in the refrigerator for about 3–4 days. Chilling helps the balls keep their shape, and refrigeration is especially important when the recipe contains butter or other dairy.
Can carrot truffle be frozen?
Yes, carrot truffle can be frozen. Freeze the balls in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container; thaw them in the refrigerator before serving to help preserve their texture.
Can you make carrot truffle with cake crumbs instead of biscuits?
Yes, cake crumbs can replace crushed biscuits in carrot truffle, but they may make the mixture softer and sweeter. Add them gradually and chill the mixture before shaping to check that it holds together.
Is carrot truffle a healthy dessert?
Carrot truffle contains carrot, but it is still a sweet made with added sugar and fat. Enjoy it as a dessert rather than treating the carrot content as a reason to eat it without limit.
Carrot truffle Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
162.5µg · 18% DV
Vitamin K
2.38µg · 2% DV
Vitamin E
0.28mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.53µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
18mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.06mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
64mg · 2% DV
Sodium
24mg · 1% DV
Carrot truffle Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Carrot truffle
To burn the 96 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Carrot truffle?
A carrot truffle is a small, bite-sized sweet made by softening grated carrot with sugar and bringing it together with a fat-based binder. Recipes may also include biscuit crumbs or nuts. It is a home-style confection rather than a dish with one fixed regional recipe.
The carrot lends a mild earthy note beneath the sweetness; the centre is usually soft, and the outside may be rolled in coconut or crumbs. In Turkey, these are served with tea or offered to guests; elsewhere, they also make an easy teatime treat alongside coffee. They are relatively rich in carbohydrate and fat, with little protein. For a lighter version, use less sugar and keep the pieces small.
How Nutritious Is Carrot truffle?
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 Carrot truffle 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 Carrot truffle Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Carrot truffle 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
Carrot truffle Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.27g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.57g
Omega 6:3 ratio 53:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (53:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.