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Mozartkugel chocolate Calories
Chocolate with marzipan, pistachio cream and nougat filling
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Mozartkugel chocolate (17 g) has 80 calories. That works out to 470 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.3 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 4.3 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Mozartkugel chocolate Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 17 g
80
KCAL / 17G
Carbs
9.3g
· 3% DV
Protein
1g
· 2% DV
Fat
4.3g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 5% · Fat 48%
Mozartkugel chocolate nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (17 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 80 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.3 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.18 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 7.82 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.3 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 1 g | 2% |
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 Mozartkugel chocolate?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 17 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 10 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 17 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 20 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 30 g | 141 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 40 g | 188 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 60 g | 282 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 85 g | 400 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 470 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 170 g | 799 kcal |
Calculated from 470 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mozartkugel chocolate
What is Mozartkugel chocolate?
Mozartkugel chocolate is a round Austrian confection associated with Salzburg. It is typically made with a pistachio-marzipan centre, a nougat layer and a chocolate coating.
What is inside Mozartkugel chocolate?
Mozartkugel chocolate usually contains pistachio-flavoured marzipan and nougat beneath its chocolate shell. The exact filling and the order of the layers can vary between makers.
Where did Mozartkugel chocolate originate?
Mozartkugel chocolate originated in Salzburg, Austria, in the late 19th century. Salzburg confectioner Paul Fürst created the sweet there and named it after the city’s famous composer.
Why is Mozartkugel chocolate named after Mozart?
Mozartkugel chocolate is named after Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, who was born in Salzburg. “Kugel” means “ball” in German, referring to the confection’s round shape.
What is the difference between Fürst and Mirabell Mozartkugel chocolate?
Fürst and Mirabell Mozartkugel chocolate are made by different Salzburg confectioners, so their production methods, appearance and recipes are not identical. Fürst is known for its handmade original; Mirabell makes a widely distributed version.
Is Mozartkugel chocolate a praline or a truffle?
Mozartkugel chocolate is better described as a filled chocolate confection than as a classic truffle. Its layered marzipan and nougat centre gives it a different structure from a soft, ganache-based truffle.
Does Mozartkugel chocolate contain alcohol?
Traditional Mozartkugel chocolate does not have to contain alcohol. Some makers sell variations with liqueur or other flavourings, so check the ingredients for the specific product if you need to avoid alcohol.
How should you serve Mozartkugel chocolate?
Serve Mozartkugel chocolate at room temperature so the chocolate and layered filling are easier to appreciate. It pairs well with coffee or tea and can be offered whole or cut in half to show its centre.
Can you make Mozartkugel chocolate at home?
Yes, you can make Mozartkugel chocolate at home by shaping pistachio marzipan around nougat, chilling the filling and coating it in melted chocolate. The hand-shaped layers take more time than simply dipping a ready-made centre.
How should you store Mozartkugel chocolate?
Keep Mozartkugel chocolate in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and strong odours. Refrigeration can cause condensation or a pale coating when the chocolate warms again, so follow the package’s storage instructions.
Mozartkugel chocolate Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.58mg · 4% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B12
0.04µg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.36µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
27mg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.08mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
11mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
54mg · 2% DV
Sodium
7.82mg · 0% DV
Mozartkugel chocolate Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Mozartkugel chocolate
To burn the 80 calories in 1 piece (medium) (17 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
What is Mozartkugel chocolate?
Mozartkugel chocolate is a confection associated with Salzburg, Austria, and named after composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The classic version has a pistachio-marzipan centre wrapped in soft nougat and coated in chocolate, though recipes and coatings vary between makers.
Its texture pairs a tender, sweet centre with a firmer chocolate shell, balancing nutty notes with cocoa. In Austria, it is often enjoyed as a small treat with coffee; elsewhere, it works well alongside coffee or tea, or as part of a dessert selection. It is energy-dense for its size, with 470 calories per 100 g. For a lighter serving, enjoy one piece slowly with unsweetened coffee or tea rather than adding it to an already rich dessert.
How Nutritious Is Mozartkugel chocolate?
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 Mozartkugel chocolate 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 Mozartkugel chocolate Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Mozartkugel chocolate 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
Mozartkugel chocolate Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.18g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.41g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 71:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (71:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.