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High-protein dairy-based snack
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
3 piece (medium) of Protein powder quark balls (90 g) has 151 calories. That works out to 168 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.4 g of carbs, 16.7 g of protein, 5.5 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 140.4 mg of Phosphorus covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 27 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 90 g
151
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
7.4g
· 3% DV
Protein
16.7g
· 33% DV
Fat
5.5g
· 7% 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 20% · Protein 46% · Fat 34%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 151 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.5 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 3.33 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 65 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.4 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 16.7 g | 33% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3 piece (medium) | 90 g | 151 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 34 kcal |
| 1 ounce (whole) | 28 g | 47 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 40 g | 67 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 60 g | 101 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 151 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 168 kcal |
| 5 piece (extra large) | 100 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 140 g | 235 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 252 kcal |
Calculated from 168 calories per 100 g.
Mix quark with protein powder, shape the mixture into balls, and chill them before serving. If the mixture is too soft to roll, add a little oats or desiccated coconut until it holds its shape.
Quark and protein powder are the basic ingredients in protein powder quark balls. Recipes often add oats, cocoa, nut butter, or coconut for flavor and texture, but there is no single required combination.
No, protein powder quark balls are usually a no-bake snack. Chilling them firms the mixture; baking can change the texture of the quark and may leave the balls dry.
Protein powder quark balls keep for about 2–3 days in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Because quark is a fresh dairy product, return uneaten balls to the fridge rather than leaving them out.
Yes, protein powder quark balls can be frozen. Freeze them with space between the balls, then transfer them to a sealed container; thaw them in the refrigerator before eating. The texture may be softer after thawing.
Yes, thick Greek yogurt can replace quark in protein powder quark balls, though it may make the mixture wetter. Strain it first if needed, then add the protein powder gradually until the mixture can be rolled.
Whey and plant-based protein powders can both work in protein powder quark balls. They absorb moisture differently, so add the powder gradually and adjust the amount until the mixture is firm enough to shape.
Protein powder quark balls are usually sticky when the mixture contains too much moisture. Mix in a little oats or coconut and chill it; if the mixture is dry and crumbly, add a small spoonful of quark.
Yes, protein powder quark balls can be a convenient post-workout snack because they contain protein from quark and protein powder. Pair them with fruit if you also want a source of carbohydrates after training.
Yes, protein powder quark balls can be made ahead and packed in a chilled lunchbox. Keep them cold because they contain quark, and use a leakproof container so the balls stay intact during transport.
Vitamins
B12
0.43µg · 18% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Biotin
2.79µg · 9% DV
B5
0.38mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
140mg · 20% DV
Selenium
6.12µg · 11% DV
Calcium
106mg · 11% DV
Iodine
9.9µg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
146mg · 4% DV
Sodium
65mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 151 calories in 3 piece (medium) (90 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 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.
Protein powder quark balls combine quark—a soft, mildly tangy fresh dairy cheese popular in Central Europe—with protein powder, shaped into small bites. They work as a convenient snack rather than a traditional, region-specific dish, and their creamy base gives them a denser texture than many cereal-based energy bites.
Serve them chilled as a quick bite between meals, after a workout, or alongside fruit; in German-speaking countries, quark is also familiar at breakfast and in sweet dishes. These are a protein-rich dairy snack, with 18.5 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter snack, keep the portion modest and pair the balls with fresh berries.
High
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.33g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.44g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.2g
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.