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Halley Calories
Chocolate coated marshmallow biscuit
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Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Halley (30 g) has 129 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 21.8 g of carbs, 1.2 g of protein, 4.3 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
What is Halley?
Halley is a Turkish packaged snack made with two soft biscuit layers, a thick marshmallow-like filling and a milk-chocolate coating. It is especially associated with the Ülker brand. The texture is soft and chewy in the middle, with sweetness from the filling, biscuit and chocolate. In Turkey, it is commonly eaten as a small treat with tea or coffee, or tucked into a lunchbox; elsewhere, it works much the same way as a snack or simple dessert. It is rich in carbohydrates and energy but relatively low in protein, so it is better thought of as a sweet treat than a filling snack. Pairing one with unsweetened tea can keep the occasion simple.
Halley Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
430
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
72.5g
· 26% DV
Protein
4.1g
· 8% DV
Fat
14.2g
· 18% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 4% · Fat 29%
Halley Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.12mg · 9% DV
B1
0.09mg · 8% DV
Biotin
1.5µg · 5% DV
B3
0.7mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
54mg · 8% DV
Sodium
160mg · 7% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Selenium
2.5µg · 5% DV
How Nutritious Is Halley?
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.
Halley Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Halley
To burn the 430 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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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Is Halley 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 Halley Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Halley Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
Halley Fat Profile
SATURATED
7.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 120:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (120:1).
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Frequently Asked Questions About Halley
What is Halley?
Halley is a packaged Turkish sweet made with two soft biscuit layers, a thick marshmallow-like filling, and a milk-chocolate coating. It is usually eaten as a snack or dessert rather than as a plain biscuit.
How do you make Halley at home?
To make a homemade Halley-style treat, sandwich a marshmallow or thick, fluffy filling between soft biscuits, then coat the outside with melted chocolate. Chill the pieces until the coating firms up before serving.
Can you freeze Halley?
Yes, you can freeze Halley in an airtight container. It becomes firm and can be eaten like a frozen dessert; let it sit briefly at room temperature first if you want the biscuit and filling to soften a little.
How should you store Halley after opening?
Keep opened Halley in a sealed wrapper or airtight container in a cool, dry place. Heat can soften or melt the chocolate coating, while moisture can make the biscuit layers lose their texture.
Can you keep Halley in the refrigerator?
Yes, refrigerating Halley is useful in warm weather because it helps keep the chocolate coating from melting. The chocolate will become firmer, so let a piece sit out briefly if you prefer a softer bite.
What can you make with Halley besides eating it plain?
You can crumble Halley over ice cream, layer it with fruit and cream in dessert cups, or use it as a quick cake base. Its filling and chocolate coating already add sweetness, so taste the dessert before adding more sugar.
Is Halley a Turkish snack?
Yes, Halley is a snack sold in Turkey and is especially familiar to Turkish shoppers as a chocolate-coated biscuit treat with a soft filling. It is a branded product, not the general name for every marshmallow biscuit.
Can you make a Halley cake?
Yes, Halley works well in a no-bake cake: break the pieces into chunks, mix them with a cocoa-based binder, and chill the mixture in a mold. Since Halley is already sweet and chocolate-coated, use a lightly sweetened binder.
Is Halley traditionally eaten with tea?
Halley is often enjoyed with tea as a sweet snack, though it is not a traditional meal or breakfast food. The tea balances the chocolate and filling, and one piece can be served alongside fruit for a more substantial snack.
Why is the snack called Halley?
Halley is the product’s brand name, rather than a generic term for chocolate-coated marshmallow biscuits. Without a reliable account of how the name was chosen, it is better not to treat a proposed name-origin story as fact.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.