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High-protein sweet snack
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Milk chocolate protein ball (30 g) has 129 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.4 g of carbs, 7.2 g of protein, 6.3 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 78 mg of Phosphorus covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
129
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
11.4g
· 4% DV
Protein
7.2g
· 14% DV
Fat
6.3g
· 8% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 35% · Protein 22% · Fat 43%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 129 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.3 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.76 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 54 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.4 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% |
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 | 129 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 40 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 194 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 258 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 258 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 90 g | 387 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 387 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 430 kcal |
Calculated from 430 calories per 100 g.
Milk chocolate protein balls can be a convenient sweet snack with protein, but they are not automatically a healthier choice than other snacks. Their ingredients vary, so consider them an occasional part of a varied eating pattern rather than a substitute for meals.
Milk chocolate protein balls can fit into a weight-loss plan, but they do not cause weight loss on their own. Their compact size makes it easy to eat more than intended, so have one as a planned snack rather than grazing on several.
You can eat a milk chocolate protein ball before or after exercise. Before a workout, leave enough time for it to settle if rich snacks bother your stomach; afterward, pair it with other food if you need a full meal.
A milk chocolate protein ball commonly combines protein powder with oats or another grain, a binder such as nut butter, and milk chocolate. Recipes differ, so the texture may range from chewy to fudgy depending on the binder and added moisture.
To make milk chocolate protein balls, mix protein powder and oats with nut butter, then add small amounts of milk until the mixture holds together. Shape into balls and chill; finish with melted milk chocolate or fold in small chocolate pieces.
Homemade milk chocolate protein balls made with perishable or moist ingredients should be kept covered in the refrigerator. Some commercially packaged versions are shelf-stable while sealed, but the storage needs can change after opening.
Yes, milk chocolate protein balls freeze well. Freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container so they do not stick together; thaw in the refrigerator before eating for a softer texture.
Homemade milk chocolate protein balls usually fall apart because the mixture is too dry or has not been mixed enough. Add nut butter or milk a little at a time, mix thoroughly, and chill the mixture before shaping.
Children can have a milk chocolate protein ball occasionally, but whole nuts or firm chunks may be a choking hazard for young children. Choose a smooth texture, offer an age-appropriate portion, and do not use it to replace a meal.
A milk chocolate protein ball is usually too small to serve as a complete breakfast on its own. Pair it with foods such as fruit and yogurt, or include it as a snack alongside a more substantial meal.
Vitamins
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.8µg · 6% DV
B12
0.14µg · 6% DV
B5
0.2mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
78mg · 11% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Manganese
0.15mg · 7% DV
Calcium
54mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
96mg · 3% DV
Sodium
54mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 129 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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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.
A milk chocolate protein ball is a small, sweet snack made from a protein-containing mixture with milk chocolate flavour. Depending on the recipe, the centre may be soft or dense, while the chocolate gives it a familiar, dessert-like taste. It is convenient between meals, on the go, or alongside coffee or tea; it is not tied to a particular traditional cuisine.
It is a protein-rich sweet snack, but it also contributes carbohydrates and fat; it provides 24 g of protein per 100 g. If you want to keep the snack modest, have one piece with unsweetened tea or coffee, or pair it with fresh fruit.
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.
High
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
— 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
SATURATED
2.76g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.81g
Omega 6:3 ratio 36:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (36:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.