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Rich chocolate flavor, sweet treat
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Chocolate Ball (25 g) has 120 calories. That works out to 480 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.8 g of carbs, 1.3 g of protein, 6.5 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 40 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
A chocolate ball is a small, round confection, usually coated in chocolate; the filling and exact ingredients can vary from one recipe to another. Its glossy, dark exterior gives it a rich chocolate taste, while the centre may be softer or firmer depending on how it is made. The name describes a style of sweet rather than one fixed recipe.
It works as a bite-sized dessert with coffee or tea, or as a small after-dinner treat. At 480 calories per 100 g, it is energy-dense, with much of its energy coming from carbohydrates and fat. For a lighter treat, choose one small piece and pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee rather than serving several alongside other sweets.
Selected: 100 g
480
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
55g
· 20% DV
Protein
5.2g
· 10% DV
Fat
26g
· 33% DV
Fiber
4.5g
· 16% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 4% · Fat 50%
Vitamins
B2
0.15mg · 12% DV
Vitamin E
1.2mg · 8% DV
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
B5
0.3mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1mg · 43% DV
Magnesium
80mg · 19% DV
Iron
3mg · 17% DV
Phosphorus
110mg · 16% 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 480 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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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 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
15g
MONOUNSATURATED
8g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12:1).
Chocolate balls are commonly made by mixing crushed biscuits or cake crumbs with melted chocolate or another binding ingredient, then rolling the mixture into balls. Chill them until firm, and finish with a chocolate coating or a dusting of cocoa.
Not always. Chocolate balls can be made from biscuit or cake crumbs, while classic chocolate truffles are usually made from chocolate ganache. The names are often used loosely for round chocolate sweets, so the recipe tells you which kind you have.
Chocolate ball mixture that is too dry may crumble instead of holding its shape. Mix in a little more of the recipe’s binder, such as melted chocolate or cream, and chill the mixture briefly before rolling; adding too much can make it sticky.
Use gently melted, fluid chocolate and dip chilled chocolate balls one at a time. Let excess coating drip off before setting each ball on baking paper. A thick coating or chocolate that has started to set can leave a rough, uneven finish.
Store chocolate balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator, especially if their recipe includes cream or other perishable ingredients. Let them sit briefly before serving if you want a softer texture, and keep them away from strong-smelling foods.
Yes, chocolate balls can be frozen. Freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed freezer-safe container. Thaw them in the refrigerator while still covered to reduce condensation on the chocolate coating.
A chocolate ball’s coating can crack when very warm chocolate meets a very cold center or when the coating sets too quickly. Let the balls lose some of their chill before dipping, and allow the coating to set away from sudden temperature changes.
Chocolate balls can be rolled in cocoa powder, finely chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or sprinkles. Add a dry coating while the outside is still slightly tacky so it adheres; for a shiny finish, use a chocolate shell instead.
Yes, many chocolate ball recipes need no baking. They use ready-to-eat ingredients such as crushed biscuits or cake crumbs mixed with a binder, then are chilled to set. Follow the recipe’s food-safety directions if it includes ingredients that need cooking.
Chocolate balls can be an occasional sweet for children, but they are not a substitute for a filling snack. Check the ingredients before serving: some recipes contain nuts or other common allergens, and whole nuts can be a choking risk for young children.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.