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Small, round, pale cream-coloured sweets with a smooth, slightly matte surface, arranged on a plate.

Milk ball Calories

Milk ball

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CALORIES · 100 G

410kcal

GI

65high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

170mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

3 piece (medium) of Milk ball (30 g) has 123 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 20.4 g of carbs, 2.2 g of protein, 3.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Milk ball Nutrition Facts

Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 30 g

123

KCAL / 30G

Carbs

20.4g

· 7% DV

Protein

2.2g

· 4% DV

Fat

3.8g

· 5% DV

Fiber

0g

· 0% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 65% · Protein 7% · Fat 28%

Milk ball nutrition facts table · 3 piece (medium) (30 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories123 kcal
Total fat3.8 g5%
Saturated fat2.34 g12%
Trans fat0.06 g
Sodium36 mg2%
Total carbohydrate20.4 g7%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein2.2 g4%

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 3 Pieces of Milk ball?

ServingAmountCalories
3 piece (medium)30 g123 kcal
1 piece (small)10 g41 kcal
1 piece (large)20 g82 kcal
5 piece (large)50 g205 kcal
100 g100 g410 kcal
1 pack (whole)100 g410 kcal
10 piece (jumbo)100 g410 kcal

Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Milk ball

What is a Milk ball?

A Milk ball is a small, round sweet made from a milk-based mixture. Recipes and commercial versions vary, so the name does not point to one fixed ingredient list or a single traditional recipe.

How do you make Milk balls at home?

To make Milk balls, combine a milk-based ingredient with a sweetener and enough binder to form a pliable mixture. Roll it into small balls, then chill until firm; the exact ingredients depend on the recipe.

What ingredients are used in Milk balls?

Milk balls commonly use a milk-based ingredient and a sweetener, while some recipes add milk powder, biscuit crumbs, or coconut. There is no universal formula, so the ingredients differ between homemade recipes and packaged versions.

Are Milk balls the same as milk powder candy?

Not necessarily. Some Milk ball recipes use milk powder, but the name can also describe sweets made with other milk-based ingredients; the shape alone does not identify a single recipe or confection.

How should you store Milk balls?

Store Milk balls in a sealed container in the refrigerator, especially if they are homemade with fresh dairy ingredients. Discard them if their smell, appearance, or texture changes, rather than leaving them at room temperature for an extended period.

Can you freeze Milk balls?

Yes, Milk balls can be frozen, though thawing may alter their texture. Freeze them in a single layer first, transfer them to a sealed container, and thaw them in the refrigerator before serving.

What can you coat Milk balls with?

You can coat Milk balls with coconut, cocoa, finely chopped nuts, or melted chocolate. The coating adds flavor and changes the outside texture, but it is optional and varies by recipe.

Why are my homemade Milk balls too soft to roll?

Homemade Milk balls are usually too soft to roll when the mixture has too much liquid or not enough binder. Add the recipe’s dry ingredient a little at a time, or chill the mixture before shaping.

Can you make Milk balls without biscuits?

Yes, you can make Milk balls without biscuits. Biscuit crumbs are one way to bind some recipes, but another suitable dry ingredient or a different milk-based mixture can provide enough structure for shaping.

How are Milk balls usually served?

Milk balls are usually served chilled or at room temperature as small sweets, often alongside tea or coffee. Their compact shape also makes them easy to arrange on a dessert plate or share at a gathering.

Milk ball Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B2

0.1mg · 8% DV

B12

0.15µg · 6% DV

B5

0.15mg · 3% DV

B1

0.03mg · 3% DV

Minerals

Phosphorus

48mg · 7% DV

Calcium

63mg · 6% DV

Zinc

0.21mg · 2% DV

Selenium

0.9µg · 2% DV

Sodium

36mg · 2% DV

Potassium ⭐

51mg · 2% DV

Milk ball Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

65
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

13.2
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Milk ball

To burn the 123 calories in 3 piece (medium) (30 g):

🚶

30min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

13min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

17min

Cycling

🏊

14min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Milk ball?

A Milk ball is a small, round confection with a milky flavour, typically made with sugar and milk-based ingredients. The name describes a style of sweet rather than a dish tied to one particular regional tradition, and recipes and textures can vary.

It is usually eaten a piece or two as a quick sweet, with tea or coffee, or alongside other small treats. In Turkey, where this style of sweet is familiar, it may be served with tea; elsewhere it fits easily into a snack break or a dessert spread. It is energy-dense and high in carbohydrates, with no fibre. Three medium pieces make a roughly 30 g serving; enjoy a modest portion with unsweetened tea or coffee.

How Nutritious Is Milk ball?

Nutrient density

Low

25/ 100

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

11/ 100

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 Milk ball 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 Milk ball Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy yes
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Milk ball 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

Milk ball Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.34g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.96g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.15g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.