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Semolina Balls Calories
Sweet, semolina, syrupy, traditional dessert
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
3 piece (medium) of Semolina Balls (60 g) has 168 calories. That works out to 280 calories per 100 g. It contains 30 g of carbs, 2.7 g of protein, 4.2 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 0.7 mg of B3 covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Semolina Balls Nutrition Facts
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 60 g
168
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
30g
· 11% DV
Protein
2.7g
· 5% DV
Fat
4.2g
· 5% DV
Fiber
0.9g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 71% · Protein 6% · Fat 23%
Semolina Balls nutrition facts table · 3 piece (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 168 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.2 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.5 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 30 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.7 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 3 Pieces of Semolina Balls?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 3 piece (medium) | 60 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 56 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 30 g | 84 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 280 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 100 g | 280 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 280 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 420 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 200 g | 560 kcal |
Calculated from 280 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Semolina Balls
What are Semolina Balls made of?
Semolina Balls are made with semolina, a liquid such as milk or water, and usually fat and sugar. Recipes vary: some shape a cooked mixture and coat it with coconut or nuts, while syrup-style versions add syrup after cooking.
How do you make Turkish Semolina Balls at home?
Cook semolina with the liquid, fat, and sugar called for in your recipe, stirring until the mixture thickens. Let it cool enough to handle, roll it into balls, then add any coating or syrup specified by that version.
Are Semolina Balls fried or baked?
Semolina Balls can be made in different ways: some recipes cook the semolina mixture on the stove before shaping, while others bake or fry the balls. Follow the method for your recipe, since changing it can alter their texture and how they take up syrup.
Why do Semolina Balls fall apart?
Semolina Balls often fall apart when the mixture is too dry or has not thickened enough to hold together. Cook it until cohesive, allow it to cool before shaping, and add liquid gradually if the mixture seems crumbly.
How do you keep Semolina Balls soft instead of hard?
To keep Semolina Balls soft, avoid overcooking the semolina mixture and give it time to absorb the liquid before shaping. For syrup-soaked versions, let the syrup soak in after cooking rather than serving the balls immediately.
Should the syrup be hot or cold for Semolina Balls?
For syrup-style Semolina Balls, the syrup and the cooked balls are commonly at different temperatures when combined. This helps the syrup soak in; use the temperature sequence specified by your recipe, especially if the balls are fried or baked.
What is the difference between Semolina Balls and revani?
Semolina Balls are shaped into individual portions, whereas revani is usually baked as a semolina cake and cut into pieces after soaking up syrup. Both can be syrupy, but their shape and preparation give them different textures.
Can you freeze Semolina Balls?
You can freeze Semolina Balls, but their texture may change after thawing, particularly if they are syrup-soaked or coated in coconut. Freeze them in a sealed container with space between pieces, then thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
How should leftover Semolina Balls be stored?
Store leftover Semolina Balls in a covered container in the refrigerator, especially when they contain milk. Let them cool before covering so condensation does not make the coating soggy, and serve them chilled or allow them to lose the chill first.
What can you serve with Semolina Balls?
Semolina Balls pair well with unsweetened tea or coffee, which balances their sweetness. For a dessert plate, add fresh fruit or a small handful of nuts; avoid pairing syrupy versions with another very sweet dessert.
Semolina Balls Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
0.72mg · 5% DV
B5
0.18mg · 4% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
Folate
8.4µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
36mg · 5% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.06mg · 3% DV
Iron
0.42mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
30mg · 1% DV
Sodium
1.2mg · 0% DV
Semolina Balls Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Semolina Balls
To burn the 168 calories in 3 piece (medium) (60 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 Semolina Balls?
Semolina balls are a traditional Turkish homemade sweet, shaped from a cooked semolina mixture and finished with syrup. Recipes vary: the syrup may be mixed in or poured over the balls. They have a soft, tender texture and a mild grain flavour beneath the concentrated sweetness.
In Turkey, they’re often served after a meal or offered to guests with tea; they also pair well with coffee elsewhere. They’re mainly a carbohydrate-rich treat, with 50 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. For a lighter serving, make the balls smaller or use less syrup, and serve them with an unsweetened drink.
How Nutritious Is Semolina Balls?
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 Semolina Balls 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 Semolina Balls Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Semolina Balls Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Semolina Balls Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 42:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (42:1).
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