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Chocolate Turkish Delight Calories
Traditional Turkish delight with chocolate coating or filling
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Quick answer
3 piece (medium) of Chocolate Turkish Delight (45 g) has 176 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 36.5 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 3.8 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
What is Chocolate Turkish Delight?
Chocolate Turkish Delight is a chocolate-coated or chocolate-filled version of lokum, the soft, starch-thickened sweet associated with Turkey. Recipes vary: some pieces have a chocolate shell, while others have chocolate worked into the centre or mixture.
Its gently chewy, yielding texture contrasts with the richer cocoa taste, making it a popular small treat with Turkish coffee or tea and an offering for guests or festive occasions. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich confection, so a few pieces can make a satisfying sweet bite. For a lighter serving, offer a small portion alongside unsweetened tea or coffee rather than pairing it with other desserts.
Chocolate Turkish Delight Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
390
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
81g
· 29% DV
Protein
2.2g
· 4% DV
Fat
8.5g
· 11% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 79% · Protein 2% · Fat 19%
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Chocolate Turkish Delight Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
B5
0.15mg · 3% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
Vitamin E
0.3mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
23mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
13mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
60mg · 2% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
How Nutritious Is Chocolate Turkish Delight?
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.
Chocolate Turkish Delight Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chocolate Turkish Delight
To burn the 390 calories in 100 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.
Is Chocolate Turkish Delight 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 Chocolate Turkish Delight Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Chocolate Turkish Delight 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
Chocolate Turkish Delight Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 25:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (25:1).
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chocolate Turkish Delight
What is Chocolate Turkish Delight made of?
Chocolate Turkish Delight is lokum—a sweet usually made with sugar and starch—that is coated in chocolate or contains a chocolate filling. Depending on the recipe, it may also include nuts, flavorings, or cocoa.
Is Chocolate Turkish Delight a traditional Turkish sweet?
Chocolate Turkish Delight is a modern variation of lokum, a confection strongly associated with Turkey. Traditional lokum is often flavored with ingredients such as rose or lemon; chocolate adds a newer coating or filling.
Does Chocolate Turkish Delight contain gelatin?
Not necessarily. Traditional lokum gets its chewy texture mainly from starch, but some recipes or manufacturers may use gelatin. Ingredients vary between products, so the name alone does not tell you whether gelatin is included.
How should Chocolate Turkish Delight be stored?
Keep Chocolate Turkish Delight in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and heat. Refrigeration is usually unnecessary and can expose the sweets to moisture, while warmth may soften or melt the chocolate.
Can you freeze Chocolate Turkish Delight?
Yes, you can freeze Chocolate Turkish Delight, but thawing may leave the chocolate dull or cracked and make the lokum sticky. For the best texture, store it sealed in a cool, dry place and freeze only if necessary.
Why is Chocolate Turkish Delight sticky?
Chocolate Turkish Delight can feel sticky when it is exposed to humidity, warm temperatures, or air. Store pieces in a sealed container in a dry place, with layers separated if they tend to cling together.
What goes well with Chocolate Turkish Delight?
Coffee or tea pairs well with Chocolate Turkish Delight because their roasted or lightly bitter flavors balance its sweetness. Serve small pieces after a meal or alongside other Turkish coffee treats.
Does Chocolate Turkish Delight contain nuts?
Some varieties contain nuts such as pistachios or hazelnuts, while others do not. Nuts may be mixed into the lokum, used in its filling, or handled in the same facility, so recipes and cross-contact risks vary.
Can you make Chocolate Turkish Delight at home?
Yes, Chocolate Turkish Delight can be made at home. Prepare and set a starch-based lokum mixture, cut it into pieces, then dip them in melted chocolate; homemade versions may be softer and less uniform than packaged sweets.
Why does Chocolate Turkish Delight sometimes turn white?
A whitish film on Chocolate Turkish Delight is often chocolate bloom, caused by changes in the chocolate’s fat or sugar at the surface. It can affect appearance and texture, but does not by itself mean the lokum has spoiled.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.