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Chestnut confection Calories
Sweet chestnut, sugar-coated, traditional Turkish confection
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
3 piece (medium) of Chestnut confection (60 g) has 174 calories. That works out to 290 calories per 100 g. It contains 42 g of carbs, 0.9 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 2.1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Chestnut confection Nutrition Facts
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 60 g
174
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
42g
· 15% DV
Protein
0.9g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 96% · Protein 2% · Fat 2%
Chestnut confection nutrition facts table · 3 piece (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 174 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.06 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 42 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% |
| Protein | 0.9 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 3 Pieces of Chestnut confection?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 3 piece (medium) | 60 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 58 kcal |
| 2 piece (small) | 40 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 145 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 290 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 100 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 150 g | 435 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 200 g | 580 kcal |
Calculated from 290 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chestnut confection
What is chestnut confection?
Chestnut confection is a sweet made from peeled chestnuts cooked in sugar syrup. The chestnuts may be served whole or in pieces, sometimes with syrup around them or a chocolate coating. It is a traditional Turkish treat, particularly associated with Bursa.
How is chestnut confection made?
Chestnut confection is made by peeling chestnuts and cooking them gently in sugar syrup until they absorb the sweetness and become tender. Careful, gradual cooking helps the chestnuts keep their shape; some versions are then coated or served with extra syrup.
Is chestnut confection the same as marron glacé?
They are closely related candied-chestnut sweets, but the names refer to different culinary traditions. Chestnut confection is the Turkish-style treat associated especially with Bursa, while marron glacé is the French confection, often finished with a glossy sugar glaze.
How do you eat chestnut confection?
Eat chestnut confection as a small dessert, on its own or alongside tea or coffee. You can drain some syrup before serving, or add a piece to ice cream, cake, or another dessert; chocolate-coated versions are usually served as they are.
Can chestnut confection be used in desserts?
Yes, chestnut confection works well as a topping or filling in desserts. Chop it over ice cream, fold pieces into a cake filling, or pair it with whipped cream. Since it is already sweet, reduce added sugar in the recipe where practical.
How should chestnut confection be stored?
Follow the storage directions on the package, since syrup-packed and coated versions may differ. Once opened, keep chestnut confection in a clean, covered container; keep syrup-packed pieces in their syrup to help prevent them from drying out.
Can you freeze chestnut confection?
Yes, chestnut confection can be frozen, although thawing may soften the chestnuts or change the syrup’s texture. Seal it in an airtight container and thaw it in the refrigerator. Check the maker’s instructions first, especially for coated or commercially packaged pieces.
Why do chestnuts fall apart when making chestnut confection?
Chestnuts can fall apart while making chestnut confection if they are damaged during peeling, overcooked, or boiled too vigorously. Choose intact chestnuts, keep the syrup at a gentle simmer, and avoid stirring them with a spoon while they cook.
Does chestnut confection use whole chestnuts?
Often, yes: traditional chestnut confection is made with whole peeled chestnuts, which are kept intact during cooking. Some products use broken pieces or chestnut paste instead, so the appearance and texture can vary between makers and styles.
Can people with diabetes eat chestnut confection?
People with diabetes should treat chestnut confection as a sugary dessert that can raise blood glucose. Whether it fits an individual meal plan depends on personal glucose management and treatment, so ask your doctor or dietitian for advice tailored to you.
Chestnut confection Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
10.8mg · 12% DV
B6
0.12mg · 7% DV
Folate
18µg · 5% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.18mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
120mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
24mg · 3% DV
Sodium
3mg · 0% DV
Chestnut confection Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chestnut confection
To burn the 174 calories in 3 piece (medium) (60 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 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 Chestnut confection?
Chestnut confection is made by cooking peeled chestnuts in sugar syrup until they become tender and glossy. It is a traditional Turkish sweet, especially associated with Bursa, and may be sold whole or in pieces, sometimes packed as a gift.
The chestnuts keep a gently earthy, floury texture beneath their pronounced sweetness. In Turkey they are commonly offered after a meal or alongside Turkish coffee or tea; elsewhere, they work well as a small dessert with coffee, or chopped over plain yogurt. Most of their energy comes from carbohydrate, while protein and fat are low. Because the syrup makes the sweetness quite concentrated, a small serving is often satisfying.
How Nutritious Is Chestnut confection?
Nutrient density
Low
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 Chestnut confection 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 Chestnut confection Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Chestnut confection 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
Chestnut confection Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.06g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.06g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5:1).
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