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Coated hazelnut dragées Calories
Hazelnuts in dragée form with sweet/chocolate coating
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Coated hazelnut dragées (30 g) has 168 calories. That works out to 560 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.4 g of carbs, 2.7 g of protein, 10.8 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Coated hazelnut dragées Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 30 g
168
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
14.4g
· 5% DV
Protein
2.7g
· 5% DV
Fat
10.8g
· 14% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 35% · Protein 7% · Fat 58%
Coated hazelnut dragées nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 168 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.8 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 2.55 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 17 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14.4 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% |
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 1 Serving of Coated hazelnut dragées?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 5 g | 28 kcal |
| 5 piece (small) | 25 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 157 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 40 g | 224 kcal |
| 10 piece (large) | 50 g | 280 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 80 g | 448 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 560 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 140 g | 784 kcal |
Calculated from 560 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Coated hazelnut dragées
What are coated hazelnut dragées?
Coated hazelnut dragées are hazelnuts covered in a sweet shell, chocolate, or layered confectionery coating. The center stays crunchy, while the outside can be hard and glossy or smooth and chocolatey, depending on how the dragées are made.
How are coated hazelnut dragées made?
Coated hazelnut dragées are made by building a coating around hazelnuts, often by tumbling them while adding successive layers of chocolate or sugar mixture. Chocolate-dipped versions can be made at home more easily, while a smooth, hard sugar shell takes specialized equipment and technique.
How do you make chocolate-coated hazelnut dragées at home?
You can make chocolate-coated hazelnut dragées at home by dipping roasted, cooled hazelnuts in melted chocolate and letting the coating set. For a thicker shell, repeat the dipping after each layer firms up; keep the finished sweets cool and dry to prevent melting or condensation.
Are coated hazelnut dragées the same as chocolate-covered hazelnuts?
Not always: coated hazelnut dragées may have a hard sugar shell, a chocolate coating, or multiple layers. Chocolate-covered hazelnuts specifically have chocolate on the outside, so check the product description if you want a chocolate-only coating.
How should you store coated hazelnut dragées?
Store coated hazelnut dragées in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry place. Heat can soften or melt chocolate, while humidity can make a sugar shell sticky; avoid moving them repeatedly between cold storage and a warm room.
Can you freeze coated hazelnut dragées?
Yes, coated hazelnut dragées can be frozen in an airtight container, but thaw them while still sealed to reduce condensation on the coating. Freezing is usually unnecessary, and moisture or temperature changes may make a sugar shell sticky or affect chocolate’s finish.
Do coated hazelnut dragées go bad?
Yes, coated hazelnut dragées can lose quality as the hazelnut oils turn rancid or the coating absorbs moisture. Discard them if they smell stale or paint-like, taste unusually bitter, or have a damp, sticky coating; a pale chocolate bloom alone does not necessarily mean spoilage.
Are coated hazelnut dragées healthy?
Coated hazelnut dragées provide hazelnuts but also have a sweet coating, so they are best treated as a confection rather than a substitute for plain nuts. A small portion can fit into an otherwise varied eating pattern, but frequent large servings add substantial sugar and energy.
Do coated hazelnut dragées cause weight gain?
Coated hazelnut dragées can contribute to weight gain when they regularly add more energy than your body uses. Their sweet coating and rich hazelnut center make portions easy to overeat, so serve a small amount rather than snacking from a large container.
Can people with diabetes eat coated hazelnut dragées?
People with diabetes may be able to include a small portion of coated hazelnut dragées, but the sugary coating can raise blood glucose. Hazelnuts do not cancel out that effect; choose an amount that fits your individual glucose plan and medication.
Coated hazelnut dragées Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.95mg · 13% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Biotin
1.2µg · 4% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.17mg · 19% DV
Manganese
0.36mg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
63mg · 9% DV
Magnesium
29mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
96mg · 3% DV
Sodium
17mg · 1% DV
Coated hazelnut dragées Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Coated hazelnut dragées
To burn the 168 calories in 1 serving (medium) (30 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.
What is Coated hazelnut dragées?
Coated hazelnut dragées are whole hazelnuts covered in a sweet shell, often chocolate-based, though the coating varies by product. The outside is crisp and sweet, while the hazelnut inside brings a toasted, rich flavour and crunch. They’re enjoyed as a confectionery snack in many places, often served with coffee or tea, offered to guests, or included in gift assortments.
Hazelnuts contribute fat and the coating adds carbohydrates, making these treats energy-dense; 100 g provides 560 calories. For a lighter snack, serve a small handful alongside unsweetened coffee or tea, or share them as part of a dessert selection.
How Nutritious Is Coated hazelnut dragées?
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
Medium
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 Coated hazelnut dragées 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 Coated hazelnut dragées Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Coated hazelnut dragées Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Coated hazelnut dragées Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.55g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.14g
Omega 6:3 ratio 48:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (48:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.