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Energy-dense tahini-based sweet coated with chocolate
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Chocolate-coated palace halva (40 g) has 167 calories. That works out to 417 calories per 100 g. It contains 20 g of carbs, 3.3 g of protein, 10 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 28% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
167
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
20g
· 7% DV
Protein
3.3g
· 7% DV
Fat
10g
· 13% 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 44% · Protein 7% · Fat 49%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 167 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 3.56 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 31 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 20 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 167 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 83 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 20 g | 83 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 30 g | 125 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 209 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 250 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 80 g | 334 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 417 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 417 kcal |
Calculated from 417 calories per 100 g.
Chocolate-coated palace halva is a Turkish sweet with a tahini-based halva centre covered in chocolate. It is typically served in pieces as a rich treat alongside tea or coffee.
Chocolate-coated palace halva tastes sweet and rich, combining the roasted sesame notes of tahini with chocolate. The centre is often crumbly or tender, while the coating gives each piece a firmer chocolate finish.
Chocolate-coated palace halva is made by shaping tahini-based halva into pieces and covering them with chocolate. Commercial and homemade versions can differ in their additional ingredients and in how thick or crisp the coating is.
Not exactly. Both can have a tahini-based centre, but chocolate-coated palace halva is distinguished by its chocolate shell and piece-sized presentation. Turkish tahini halva is also commonly sold and served without a coating.
No. Pişmaniye is a Turkish sweet made of fine, threadlike strands, whereas chocolate-coated palace halva has a tahini-based centre surrounded by chocolate. Their textures and preparation are quite different.
Serve chocolate-coated palace halva in small pieces as a dessert or sweet snack. It pairs well with unsweetened tea or coffee, which balances its richness, and can also be included on a Turkish sweets platter.
Keep chocolate-coated palace halva sealed in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and heat. Warm conditions can soften or melt the coating; after opening, follow the package instructions and close the wrapper securely.
Yes. Cut tahini-based halva into bite-sized pieces, dip them in melted chocolate, let excess chocolate drip off, and leave the pieces to set in a cool place. Homemade recipes can vary in texture.
Yes. Its tahini-based centre contains sesame, so chocolate-coated palace halva is not suitable for someone with a sesame allergy. If you are serving it to others, keep the packaging available so ingredients can be checked.
Chocolate-coated palace halva is an energy-dense sweet, so eating it every day or in large portions can add a substantial amount of energy to your diet. Treating it as an occasional dessert and choosing a modest piece is a practical approach.
Vitamins
B1
0.09mg · 8% DV
Folate
27.2µg · 7% DV
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
B3
0.96mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.25mg · 28% DV
Manganese
0.42mg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
98mg · 14% DV
Iron
1.84mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
124mg · 4% DV
Sodium
31mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 167 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 g):
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Chocolate-coated palace halva is a Turkish-style confection made from tahini-based halva and covered in chocolate. The roasted sesame flavour of the tahini meets the cocoa coating, while the centre is typically soft or slightly crumbly. It is usually cut or sold in small pieces and enjoyed with tea or coffee, either as a treat at home or when sharing sweets with guests. Its richness makes a little go a long way: it provides 417 kcal per 100 g. Pair a modest piece with unsweetened tea or coffee if you want to balance its sweetness, and enjoy it as a treat rather than an everyday snack.
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.
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
3.56g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.48g
Omega 6:3 ratio 86.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (86.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.