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Hibiscus-coated
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Hibiscus-coated (25 g) has 80 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.5 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
80
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
19.5g
· 7% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 97% · Protein 1% · Fat 2%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 80 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.03 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 3.75 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.5 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% |
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) | 25 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 128 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 160 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
A hibiscus-coated snack is a processed food with a coating made using hibiscus. The food under the coating can vary, so the name alone does not identify whether the base is fruit, candy, or another snack.
No, a hibiscus-coated snack is not necessarily candied hibiscus. Candied hibiscus usually refers to hibiscus petals or calyces preserved with sugar, while a hibiscus-coated snack has another food beneath its hibiscus-containing coating.
A hibiscus-coated snack often has a fruity, tangy or tart note from the hibiscus. Its overall flavor depends on the coating recipe and the food underneath; a sweet base can make the contrast more noticeable.
Serve a hibiscus-coated snack on its own, or add it to plain yogurt or oatmeal for a contrasting tart flavor. If the coating is delicate or the snack is soft, add it just before eating so it keeps its texture.
Hibiscus itself is naturally caffeine-free, so the hibiscus coating does not add caffeine on its own. The snack could still contain caffeine if its base or another ingredient does, which varies by product.
Some hibiscus-coated snacks may contain added sugar, but the coating is not made to one universal recipe. A high carbohydrate value does not by itself prove that sugar was added, and hibiscus naturally has a tart taste.
Yes, you can make a hibiscus-coated snack at home by preparing a hibiscus-based coating and applying it to a food of your choice. The coating method and final texture will depend on the base ingredient and the hibiscus preparation.
Store a hibiscus-coated snack in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry place after opening. Moisture can soften or damage the coating, so keep it away from damp areas and follow any storage directions supplied with the product.
Yes, you can use a hibiscus-coated snack as a topping or mix-in, though heat may soften the coating and change its texture. For a more distinct hibiscus flavor and crunch, add it after baking rather than cooking it in.
A hibiscus-coated snack is a processed food, and its nutritional value depends on the base and coating rather than the hibiscus alone. Hibiscus can contribute flavor, but its presence does not make the snack a remedy or guarantee a health benefit.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
4.5mg · 5% DV
Vitamin E
0.18mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B5
0.03mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.18mg · 8% DV
Iron
0.55mg · 3% DV
Calcium
28mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
9.5mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
65mg · 2% DV
Sodium
3.75mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 80 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 g):
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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.
Hibiscus-coated is a snack with a hibiscus-flavoured outer layer; the name provided does not specify what is underneath. Hibiscus typically brings a tart, fruity note and vivid colour, making it a distinctive small bite rather than a plain, neutral snack.
It can be enjoyed on its own or alongside tea, wherever a sweet-tart treat appeals. Its nutrition is chiefly carbohydrate-based, with 78 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. A modest piece is an easy way to try it, and unsweetened tea pairs well with its tangy flavour.
Medium
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.03g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.