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Source of plant protein and fiber
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Cocoa Hazelnut Nut Butter Ball (30 g) has 158 calories. That works out to 525 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.1 g of carbs, 3.6 g of protein, 11.1 g of fat and 2.7 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 38% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
158
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
11.1g
· 4% DV
Protein
3.6g
· 7% DV
Fat
11.1g
· 14% DV
Fiber
2.7g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 28% · Protein 9% · Fat 63%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 158 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.1 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 1.23 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 5.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.1 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% |
| Protein | 3.6 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) | 30 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 79 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 131 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 236 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 60 g | 315 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 315 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 90 g | 473 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 525 kcal |
Calculated from 525 calories per 100 g.
A cocoa hazelnut nut butter ball is a small, usually no-bake snack made by shaping nut butter, cocoa and other ingredients into a ball. Recipes vary: some use dates or ground nuts to bind the mixture, while others add sweeteners.
Mix nut butter with cocoa and the recipe’s chosen binder, shape the mixture into balls, then chill until firm. If the mixture sticks to your hands, briefly chilling it before rolling can make shaping easier.
Cocoa hazelnut nut butter balls usually crumble when the mixture is too dry or does not have enough binder. Stir in a little more nut butter, or another binder from your recipe, until the mixture holds together before shaping.
Not necessarily: cocoa hazelnut nut butter balls may be made with cocoa powder rather than chocolate. Cocoa gives them a chocolate-like flavor, but the recipe may also include chocolate chips or melted chocolate, so ingredients differ.
Store cocoa hazelnut nut butter balls in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Chilling helps them hold their shape, and a closed container keeps them from drying out or picking up odors from other foods.
Yes, you can replace the hazelnut butter in cocoa hazelnut nut butter balls with another nut or seed butter, though the flavor and firmness may change. Avoid substitutions that are unsafe for anyone with a relevant allergy.
Yes, cocoa hazelnut nut butter balls freeze well in a sealed container. Freeze them in a single layer first if they are soft, then transfer them to the container; thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
Cocoa hazelnut nut butter balls can be a satisfying snack, but they are also energy-dense and some recipes contain added sweeteners. Choose a recipe with ingredients you enjoy and have a portion that fits your needs.
They can work as a pre-workout snack, but the nut butter and fiber may feel heavy if you eat one just before exercising. Try it well ahead of your workout first to see how it feels for you.
People with diabetes may be able to eat cocoa hazelnut nut butter balls, but dates, honey or other sweeteners in a recipe can affect blood sugar. Check the ingredients and ask your healthcare professional how to fit them into your plan.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.62mg · 11% DV
Biotin
2.7µg · 9% DV
B1
0.1mg · 8% DV
B6
0.1mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.35mg · 39% DV
Manganese
0.63mg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
104mg · 15% DV
Magnesium
59mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
153mg · 5% DV
Sodium
5.4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 158 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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.
A cocoa hazelnut nut butter ball is a bite-sized snack made by combining cocoa with hazelnut and other nut butters, then shaping the mixture into a ball. It is not tied to one particular regional cuisine; recipes vary, and it may be homemade or sold ready to eat. The ingredients used to bind and sweeten it can change its texture and sweetness.
Cocoa brings a gentle bitterness, while the nut butter makes the centre rich and soft. It works as a small snack with coffee or tea, or alongside fruit when you want something more substantial between meals. It provides plant protein and fibre, with 9 g of fibre per 100 g. For a lighter bite, choose one medium piece and pair it with fresh fruit; homemade versions can be adjusted to taste.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.23g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.76g
Omega 6:3 ratio 129:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (129:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.