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Mock chestnut dessert Calories
Cocoa biscuit confection
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Mock chestnut dessert (35 g) has 98 calories. That works out to 281 calories per 100 g. It contains 14 g of carbs, 1.3 g of protein, 4.4 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Mock chestnut dessert Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
98
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
14g
· 5% DV
Protein
1.3g
· 3% DV
Fat
4.4g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 5% · Fat 39%
Mock chestnut dessert nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 98 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.4 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.24 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 62 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 1.3 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 Mock chestnut dessert?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 56 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 141 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 197 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 70 g | 197 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 281 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 105 g | 295 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 337 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 140 g | 393 kcal |
Calculated from 281 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mock chestnut dessert
What is mock chestnut dessert?
Mock chestnut dessert is a Turkish-style cocoa biscuit confection shaped to resemble chestnuts. It is commonly made by mixing crushed biscuits with cocoa and a moist binder, then forming the mixture into small pieces and coating them with chocolate.
How do you make mock chestnut dessert?
To make mock chestnut dessert, combine crushed plain biscuits with cocoa and enough milk or another binder to make a moldable mixture. Shape it into chestnut-like pieces, coat them with melted chocolate if desired, and chill until firm.
Does mock chestnut dessert contain real chestnuts?
Usually, no. Mock chestnut dessert commonly gets its chestnut-like appearance from its shape rather than from chestnuts in the mixture. Recipes vary, though, so some versions may include chestnuts or other nuts.
Why is mock chestnut dessert called mock chestnut dessert?
It is called mock chestnut dessert because the small, often chocolate-coated pieces are shaped to look like chestnuts or chestnut sweets. The name describes the appearance; the usual cocoa-and-biscuit mixture does not need actual chestnuts.
Which biscuits work best for mock chestnut dessert?
Plain tea biscuits or digestive-style biscuits work well in mock chestnut dessert because they crumble easily and let the cocoa flavor stand out. Crush them finely so the mixture holds together and can be shaped without rough, loose edges.
How do you stop mock chestnut dessert from crumbling?
Mock chestnut dessert crumbles when the biscuit mixture is too dry or the biscuits are not finely crushed. Add the liquid binder gradually until the crumbs hold together when pressed, then chill the mixture briefly before shaping.
How do you coat mock chestnut dessert in chocolate?
Dip each chilled piece of mock chestnut dessert into melted chocolate, let excess chocolate drip off, and set it on baking paper. Chilling the shaped pieces first helps them stay intact while you coat them.
Can you make mock chestnut dessert without baking?
Yes, mock chestnut dessert is usually a no-bake sweet. The biscuits are already baked, so you simply mix, shape, coat, and chill the confection; there is no need to put it in the oven.
How should mock chestnut dessert be stored?
Store mock chestnut dessert in a covered container in the refrigerator, especially when the mixture contains milk or butter. Keep the pieces protected from strong odors and serve them chilled or briefly softened at room temperature.
Can you freeze mock chestnut dessert?
Yes, mock chestnut dessert can be frozen in an airtight container. Separate the pieces so they do not stick together, then thaw them in the refrigerator before serving to reduce moisture forming on the chocolate coating.
Mock chestnut dessert Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
Vitamin E
0.52mg · 3% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
B12
0.07µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Manganese
0.17mg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
45mg · 6% DV
Selenium
3.01µg · 5% DV
Sodium
62mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
72mg · 2% DV
Mock chestnut dessert Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Mock chestnut dessert
To burn the 98 calories in 1 piece (medium) (35 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 Mock chestnut dessert?
Mock chestnut dessert is a homemade Turkish-style sweet shaped to resemble chestnuts, usually made by mixing crushed biscuits with cocoa. Depending on the recipe, milk, butter or ground nuts may be added, and some versions are dipped or coated in chocolate. Despite the name, it is not candied chestnut; the biscuit mixture gives it its shape and texture.
Soft and slightly crumbly, with a rich cocoa flavour, it is typically served in small pieces with tea or coffee, or offered to guests. It is a sweet, biscuit-based treat with carbohydrates and fat, so a modest piece works well alongside a hot drink. For a lighter version, keep the coating thin and make the pieces smaller.
How Nutritious Is Mock chestnut dessert?
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 Mock chestnut dessert 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 Mock chestnut dessert Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Mock chestnut dessert 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
Mock chestnut dessert Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.58g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.15g
Omega 6:3 ratio 36.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (36.7:1).
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