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Salt Water Taffy Calories
High-sugar chewy confection
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
3 piece (medium) of Salt Water Taffy (18 g) has 71 calories. That works out to 392 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.6 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 80 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Salt Water Taffy Nutrition Facts
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 18 g
71
KCAL / 18G
Carbs
16.6g
· 6% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 97% · Protein 1% · Fat 2%
Salt Water Taffy nutrition facts table · 3 piece (medium) (18 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 71 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.13 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 26 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.6 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% |
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 Salt Water Taffy?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 18 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 6 g | 24 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 12 g | 47 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 12 g | 47 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 18 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 25 g | 98 kcal |
| 5 piece (small) | 30 g | 118 kcal |
| 10 piece (large) | 60 g | 235 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 392 kcal |
Calculated from 392 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Salt Water Taffy
What is Salt Water Taffy?
Salt Water Taffy is a soft, chewy sugar confection traditionally associated with seaside resorts in the United States. The cooked candy is pulled and stretched before it is cut into bite-sized pieces, often in assorted flavors.
Does Salt Water Taffy actually contain seawater?
No, Salt Water Taffy does not contain seawater. The name refers to a famous seaside candy and its origin story, not to an ingredient; recipes may use regular water, but not water from the ocean.
Why is Salt Water Taffy called Salt Water Taffy?
Salt Water Taffy is said to have got its name after a story about a candy shop in Atlantic City being flooded with seawater. The tale is widely repeated, although the exact origin of the name is uncertain.
Where did Salt Water Taffy originate?
Salt Water Taffy is closely associated with Atlantic City, New Jersey, where it became a popular boardwalk sweet in the late 19th century. Its precise inventor is disputed, but the city helped make the candy famous.
How is Salt Water Taffy made so chewy?
Salt Water Taffy gets its stretchy, chewy texture when the cooked candy mixture is repeatedly pulled and folded as it cools. This also incorporates air, making the finished pieces lighter and less dense than an unpulled hard candy.
What is Salt Water Taffy made of?
Salt Water Taffy is usually made from sugar and corn syrup or another syrup, with water, salt, flavorings, and sometimes fat or egg ingredients. Recipes vary by maker, so the ingredient list differs between brands and flavors.
What is the difference between Salt Water Taffy and toffee?
Salt Water Taffy is pulled into a soft, stretchy candy, while toffee is typically cooked with butter until it sets into a firmer, often brittle texture. Their ingredients and recipes can vary, but the difference in texture is easy to notice.
How should you store Salt Water Taffy?
Store Salt Water Taffy in a cool, dry place in an airtight container. Heat and humidity can make the pieces sticky or soft; keeping individually wrapped pieces sealed also helps stop them from sticking together.
Can you freeze Salt Water Taffy?
Yes, Salt Water Taffy can be frozen in an airtight, freezer-safe container. Let it return to room temperature while still wrapped before unwrapping, so condensation is less likely to make the pieces damp and sticky.
Can people with diabetes eat Salt Water Taffy?
Salt Water Taffy is high in sugar and can raise blood glucose quickly. People with diabetes should account for its carbohydrates and keep the portion small within their own management plan; those using insulin or glucose-lowering medication should follow their care team's guidance.
Salt Water Taffy Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B6
0mg · 0% DV
B12
0µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Sodium
26mg · 1% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Calcium
2.16mg · 0% DV
Phosphorus
1.44mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
3.24mg · 0% DV
Salt Water Taffy Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Salt Water Taffy
To burn the 71 calories in 3 piece (medium) (18 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 Salt Water Taffy?
Salt Water Taffy is a soft, stretchy American candy, especially associated with seaside resorts along the Atlantic coast and Atlantic City, New Jersey. It is made by cooking sugar syrup with flavourings and other ingredients, then pulling and kneading the mixture until it becomes chewy. Despite the name, it is not made from seawater; the name is linked to its coastal setting, and some recipes include a little salt. Pieces are commonly wrapped individually and sold in assorted flavours.
Its texture is springy and chewy, with flavours ranging from vanilla and fruit to mint. It is often bought as a holiday or boardwalk treat in the US; elsewhere, a piece or two can be enjoyed with tea or coffee. Salt Water Taffy is mostly sugar and provides very little protein or fibre, so keep the portion modest if you want a lighter sweet. Pairing a small piece with fresh fruit can make for a less sugary-feeling snack.
How Nutritious Is Salt Water Taffy?
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 Salt Water Taffy Processed?
NOVA 4
Ultra-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 Salt Water Taffy Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Salt Water Taffy Good For?
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
Salt Water Taffy Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.13g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.05g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.03g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.