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Chocolate Leaf Praline
In season: Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Chocolate Leaf Praline (15 g) has 81 calories. That works out to 540 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.1 g of carbs, 0.8 g of protein, 5 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 40 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chocolate leaf praline is a crisp confection made from thin layers of caramelised nuts, shaped into a leaf-like form and coated in chocolate. It is associated with the German-speaking confectionery tradition, where leaf brittle is prized for its delicate, layered snap.
The chocolate gives way to a brittle, caramel-rich centre, making it a distinctly sweet treat rather than an everyday snack. Enjoy a small piece with coffee after a meal, or serve it with tea as part of a sweets selection. It is energy-dense, with most of its substance coming from fat and carbohydrate and relatively little protein; pairing a modest piece with unsweetened coffee keeps the serving simple.
Selected: 100 g
540
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
54g
· 20% DV
Protein
5.2g
· 10% DV
Fat
33g
· 42% DV
Fiber
4.2g
· 15% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 40% · Protein 4% · Fat 56%
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.6mg · 11% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Copper
1mg · 111% DV
Manganese
1mg · 43% DV
Phosphorus
120mg · 17% DV
Magnesium
65mg · 15% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 540 calories in 100 g:
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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.
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.
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
17g
MONOUNSATURATED
11g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 23.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (23.3:1).
Chocolate Leaf Praline is a crisp, thin confection typically made from caramelized nuts coated or dipped in chocolate. “Leaf” usually describes its delicate, leaf-like shape rather than an ingredient.
Chocolate Leaf Praline is usually made by spreading caramelized nuts into a thin sheet, letting it cool, then breaking it into pieces and coating them with chocolate. Recipes vary in the nuts and chocolate used.
Hazelnuts and almonds are common choices for Chocolate Leaf Praline, though the recipe can use other nuts or a mixture. The nut gives the caramelized center its crunch beneath the chocolate coating.
They are related but not always the same: nut brittle is generally a hard caramel-and-nut confection, while Chocolate Leaf Praline is often made thinner and finished with a chocolate coating. Names and styles vary between makers.
Store Chocolate Leaf Praline in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight and heat. Keep it away from humid areas too, since moisture can soften the crisp center.
Chocolate Leaf Praline can be frozen in a tightly sealed container, but condensation during thawing may soften the brittle or mark the chocolate. Thaw it while still sealed, then open the container once it reaches room temperature.
A white film on Chocolate Leaf Praline is often chocolate bloom, caused by cocoa butter or sugar shifting to the surface after temperature changes or moisture exposure. It may affect appearance and texture, but does not automatically mean the sweet has spoiled.
Usually, no. In Chocolate Leaf Praline, “leaf” generally refers to the thin, flat shape of the crisp confection, not a leaf mixed into it.
Serve Chocolate Leaf Praline with coffee, tea, or a simple dessert plate; its sweet chocolate coating and crunchy center work well as a small after-dinner treat. Add it just before serving so it stays crisp.
People with diabetes should account for Chocolate Leaf Praline’s caramel and chocolate when planning their carbohydrate intake, since it can affect blood glucose. A doctor or dietitian can help fit it into an individual meal plan.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.