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Dubai truffle Calories
Chocolate-based, energy-dense confection
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Dubai truffle (25 g) has 135 calories. That works out to 540 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.7 g of carbs, 1.6 g of protein, 8.8 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Dubai truffle Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
135
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
12.7g
· 5% DV
Protein
1.6g
· 3% DV
Fat
8.8g
· 11% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 37% · Protein 5% · Fat 58%
Dubai truffle nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (25 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 135 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.8 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 4.6 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 17 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.7 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% |
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 Medium Dubai truffle?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 12 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 18 g | 97 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 35 g | 189 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 405 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 540 kcal |
| 4 piece (triple) | 100 g | 540 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 150 g | 810 kcal |
Calculated from 540 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dubai truffle
What is a Dubai truffle?
A Dubai truffle is a chocolate confection inspired by Dubai chocolate, usually made with a chocolate shell and a pistachio-cream filling mixed with crunchy kataifi pastry. Recipes vary, and some versions use different fillings or coatings.
What is inside a Dubai truffle?
A Dubai truffle typically contains chocolate, pistachio cream, and toasted kataifi pastry, the fine shredded pastry that gives the filling crunch. Some recipes add tahini or other ingredients, so the exact filling depends on the maker.
How do you make Dubai truffles at home?
You make Dubai truffles by filling a chocolate shell with pistachio cream and toasted kataifi. Toast the kataifi, mix it with the pistachio cream, coat a mold with melted chocolate, add the filling, then seal it with more chocolate.
What is the difference between a Dubai truffle and Dubai chocolate?
A Dubai truffle is usually a small, individual confection, while Dubai chocolate is most often made as a bar. Both may have a pistachio-and-kataifi filling, but their shape, proportions, and recipes are not necessarily the same.
Why did Dubai truffles become so popular?
Dubai truffles caught on through the popularity of Dubai chocolate, especially videos highlighting its thick pistachio filling and crunchy kataifi center. Their small, indulgent format also makes them easy to share, gift, and feature in social-media posts.
Does a Dubai truffle need to be refrigerated?
A Dubai truffle does not always need refrigeration; store it in a cool, dry place unless the maker says otherwise. Refrigeration can help in warm conditions, but keep it sealed to limit moisture and odors that can affect the chocolate and filling.
Can you freeze Dubai truffles?
Yes, Dubai truffles can be frozen in a sealed container, though the chocolate may lose some of its shine and the kataifi may soften after thawing. Thaw them in the refrigerator before serving rather than leaving them exposed to condensation.
Why is the filling in a Dubai truffle crunchy?
The filling in a Dubai truffle is crunchy because it usually contains toasted kataifi, a finely shredded pastry that browns when cooked. Mixing it with pistachio cream adds contrast, but moisture can soften the pastry over time.
How should you serve Dubai truffles?
Serve Dubai truffles at room temperature so the chocolate and pistachio filling are easier to taste. They work well as small desserts with coffee or tea, and cutting one open just before serving shows off its layered filling.
Are homemade Dubai truffles different from store-bought ones?
Yes, homemade Dubai truffles let you control the chocolate, filling, and amount of kataifi. Packaged versions may include emulsifiers, flavorings, or other ingredients to maintain texture and shelf life, so they can be more highly processed than homemade ones.
Dubai truffle Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
B12
0.07µg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.75µg · 3% DV
B5
0.08mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
44mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.11mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
15mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
78mg · 2% DV
Sodium
17mg · 1% DV
Dubai truffle Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Dubai truffle
To burn the 135 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 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 Dubai truffle?
A Dubai truffle is a chocolate confection inspired by Dubai chocolate, often made with a chocolate shell and a filling of pistachio cream and crisp kataifi pastry. It draws on a style popularised in Dubai, though recipes vary and may use other fillings.
Expect a rich chocolate coating, a smooth, nutty centre and a little crunch. It is commonly enjoyed as a small after-dinner sweet or alongside coffee; its Dubai-inspired style has also made it a popular gift and café treat internationally. This is an energy-dense, chocolate-based confection, with 540 calories per 100 g. Since the flavour is intense, one small piece can be satisfying; pair it with unsweetened coffee or tea for a less sweet contrast.
How Nutritious Is Dubai truffle?
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.
Is Dubai truffle Processed?
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.
Does Dubai truffle Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Dubai truffle 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
Dubai truffle Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.53g
Omega 6:3 ratio 48:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (48:1).
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