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A protein-rich, energy-dense snack made with peanut protein and a milk chocolate coating.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Peanut protein balls coated with milk chocolate (25 g) has 118 calories. That works out to 470 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.5 g of carbs, 6.3 g of protein, 7 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
118
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
9.5g
· 3% DV
Protein
6.3g
· 13% DV
Fat
7g
· 9% 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 30% · Protein 20% · Fat 50%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 118 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.7 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 45 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.5 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% |
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 | 118 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 133 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 40 g | 188 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 235 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 282 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 353 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 423 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 470 kcal |
Calculated from 470 calories per 100 g.
Peanut protein balls coated with milk chocolate contain peanut protein and a milk chocolate coating. The ingredients that bind or sweeten the mixture can vary between recipes and products, so check the ingredient list for the particular version you have.
They can be a convenient protein-containing snack, but the milk chocolate coating makes them a sweet treat too. They work best as one part of a varied snack or meal, rather than as a replacement for a range of whole foods.
They are not a weight-loss food by themselves. Their protein may help with fullness, but they are energy-dense, so several balls can add up quickly. Keep to a modest portion and choose them in place of, rather than alongside, another treat.
Yes, they can work as a small pre-workout snack if you tolerate them well. Their peanut content makes them relatively filling, so avoid eating them immediately before intense exercise if rich foods tend to upset your stomach.
Combine a peanut-protein mixture until it holds together, shape it into balls, then dip or drizzle them with melted milk chocolate. Recipes differ in their binders and sweeteners; chill the shaped balls if needed before coating so they are easier to handle.
Store packaged peanut protein balls coated with milk chocolate according to the package directions, usually in a cool, dry place. Refrigerate homemade versions in a sealed container, since their ingredients and lack of commercial packaging can make them less shelf-stable.
Yes, you can freeze them in a sealed freezer-safe container, with baking paper between layers to limit sticking. Let a portion thaw before eating; condensation during thawing can make the chocolate coating look dull or feel slightly sticky.
Sometimes, as a portable snack, but they are not automatically nutritionally equivalent to a protein bar. Their ingredients and portion sizes differ, so choose based on what you need from the snack rather than assuming the two provide the same balance.
Some people with diabetes may be able to include them, but peanut protein does not cancel out the carbohydrates in the chocolate coating. Consider the portion alongside the rest of the meal and ask your clinician or dietitian how it fits your plan.
They usually fall apart because the mixture is too dry or has not been pressed together firmly enough. Add a little more of the recipe’s binder, mix thoroughly, and chill the shaped balls before coating them so they hold their shape.
Vitamins
B3
1.78mg · 11% DV
Vitamin E
1.02mg · 7% DV
B5
0.29mg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.63µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
71mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.18mg · 8% DV
Magnesium
29mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
108mg · 3% DV
Sodium
45mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 118 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 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.
Peanut protein balls coated with milk chocolate are sweet, bite-sized snacks with a peanut-protein centre and a milk chocolate shell. The centre is typically dense and soft, with a roasted, savoury peanut note balanced by the coating’s creamy sweetness. Recipes can vary, but the peanut and chocolate are the defining flavours.
They work as a compact snack with coffee or tea, or as a sweet bite after a meal; in many places they’re also marketed as a convenient option around exercise. They’re protein-rich but energy-dense, so one piece can be satisfying without needing a large portion. For a lighter-feeling snack, pair one with fresh fruit, or enjoy it with an unsweetened drink rather than adding another sweet.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ 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
2.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.88g
Omega 6:3 ratio 180:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (180:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.