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Quark ball Calories
Sweet, fried, German pastry, contains quark cheese
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Quark ball (35 g) has 112 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.3 g of carbs, 2.4 g of protein, 5.3 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Quark ball Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
112
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
13.3g
· 5% DV
Protein
2.4g
· 5% DV
Fat
5.3g
· 7% 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 48% · Protein 9% · Fat 43%
Quark ball nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 112 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.3 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.58 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 74 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.3 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% |
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 Quark ball?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 160 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 224 kcal |
| 3 piece (mini) | 75 g | 240 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 5 piece (jumbo) | 175 g | 560 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Quark ball
What are Quark balls?
Quark balls are small German fried pastries made with quark, a mild fresh cheese. Their dough is usually shaped into bite-sized portions and fried, then coated in sugar; unlike many doughnuts, they are typically served without a filling.
Are Quark balls the same as doughnut holes?
No. Quark balls are made with quark in the dough and are traditionally fried as small, round pastries. Doughnut holes are usually cut from yeast-raised doughnuts, so they have a different dough and texture, even though both are bite-sized.
What does quark do in Quark balls?
Quark gives Quark balls a moist, tender interior and a mild tang. It also makes the dough different from a standard yeast doughnut dough; the pastries are often leavened with baking powder rather than relying on yeast.
How are Quark balls traditionally made?
Quark balls are traditionally made by mixing quark with ingredients such as flour, eggs, sugar, and a raising agent, then frying small portions of the dough. They are usually rolled in sugar while still warm, rather than filled.
Why are my Quark balls raw in the middle?
Quark balls can stay raw inside if they are too large or the frying oil is too hot, browning the outside before the center cooks. Shape them evenly and keep the oil at a steady moderate heat so they cook through.
Can you bake Quark balls instead of frying them?
Yes, you can bake Quark balls, but they will not have the same crisp exterior as the traditional fried version. Baking gives them a more bun-like texture, so avoid expecting an identical result when adapting a fried-dough recipe.
What do you serve with Quark balls?
Quark balls are commonly served warm with a coating of sugar, alongside coffee or tea. They are also popular as a German fairground snack; cinnamon sugar can be used for extra flavour, though a filling is not traditional.
How should you store Quark balls?
Quark balls taste best on the day they are fried, when their outside is freshest. Once completely cool, keep leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature; sealing them while warm traps steam and makes the coating damp.
Can you freeze Quark balls?
Yes, Quark balls can be frozen after they have cooled completely. Freeze them in a single layer first to prevent sticking, then transfer them to a sealed container. Reheat thawed pastries in the oven to help restore some crispness.
Can you make Quark balls without quark?
Yes, you can substitute a smooth, mild fresh cheese that has been drained well, but the flavour and moisture may differ. A grainy or very dry cheese can make the dough uneven, so blend it until smooth before using it.
Quark ball Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.4µg · 5% DV
B12
0.11µg · 5% DV
Vitamin A
24.5µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
26mg · 4% DV
Sodium
74mg · 3% DV
Calcium
30mg · 3% DV
Selenium
1.4µg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
39mg · 1% DV
Quark ball Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Quark ball
To burn the 112 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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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.
What is Quark ball?
A Quark ball is a small German fried pastry made with quark, a fresh dairy cheese with a mild tang. The dough is usually mixed with flour, eggs and sugar, shaped into bite-sized rounds and fried; it is often finished with a coating of sugar. You’ll find these pastries in German bakeries and at fairs and seasonal markets.
They are lightly crisp outside and soft, tender and slightly tangy inside, and are often enjoyed warm as a sweet snack with coffee or tea. A Quark ball is also a familiar treat at German festivals and celebrations. Because it is fried and sweet, it is energy-dense: 100 g provides 320 kcal. For a lighter serving, enjoy one alongside fresh fruit rather than making it part of a larger spread of sweets.
How Nutritious Is Quark ball?
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 Quark ball 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 Quark ball Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Quark ball 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
Quark ball Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.58g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.82g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.74g
Omega 6:3 ratio 21:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (21:1).
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