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An energy-dense hazelnut-based snack made without added sugar. Nutrition can vary depending on the sweetener and other recipe ingredients.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 piece (medium) of Sugar-free hazelnut balls (30 g) has 173 calories. That works out to 575 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.4 g of carbs, 4 g of protein, 16.1 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 1.7 mg of Manganese covers 72% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 30 g
173
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
4.4g
· 2% DV
Protein
4g
· 8% DV
Fat
16.1g
· 21% DV
Fiber
2.8g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 10% · Protein 9% · Fat 81%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 173 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.1 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 1.26 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.4 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% |
| Protein | 4 g | 8% |
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 | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 163 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 30 g | 173 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 173 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 45 g | 259 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 288 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 575 kcal |
Calculated from 575 calories per 100 g.
Sugar-free hazelnut balls are usually made by blending hazelnuts with a sticky ingredient, then rolling the mixture into balls. Recipes may add cocoa, nut butter, or a sugar-free sweetener; add liquid gradually so the mixture holds its shape.
A binding ingredient keeps sugar-free hazelnut balls together. If the mixture crumbles, blend in a little nut butter, tahini, or another binder already used in the recipe, then chill it briefly before rolling.
Not necessarily. The name often means that no table sugar has been added, but recipes made with dates or other dried fruit still contain naturally occurring sugars. Some sweeteners also contribute carbohydrates, so the ingredients matter.
Sugar-free hazelnut balls generally keep for about a week in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Recipes containing fresh fruit or dairy may not last as long; discard them if their smell or appearance changes.
Yes, sugar-free hazelnut balls freeze well. Freeze them separately on a tray first, then transfer them to a sealed freezer-safe container so they do not stick together. Thaw them in the refrigerator before serving.
Yes, sugar-free hazelnut balls can be made without dates. Use a binder such as nut butter or tahini, and add a little liquid if needed; the result may be less sweet and have a different texture.
Not automatically. Sugar-free hazelnut balls may contain dates, dried fruit, or sweeteners that affect blood glucose, even when no table sugar is added. A person with diabetes should match the ingredients and portion to their individual plan with their clinician or dietitian.
They can be a filling snack, especially when made with mostly hazelnuts and little added sweetener. However, sugar-free hazelnut balls are energy-dense, so a modest portion is more practical than eating them freely.
Yes, sugar-free hazelnut balls can be made without any sweetener. Hazelnuts and cocoa provide flavor, while nut butter or another binder helps the mixture hold together; the balls will taste less sweet than versions made with dates.
Coconut, cinnamon, or a small amount of vanilla can flavor sugar-free hazelnut balls without relying on cocoa. You can also roll the finished balls in shredded coconut, but ingredients such as dried fruit will change the sugar content.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
3.6mg · 24% DV
B6
0.17mg · 10% DV
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
Folate
21µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.65mg · 72% DV
Copper
0.51mg · 57% DV
Phosphorus
87mg · 12% DV
Magnesium
48mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
195mg · 6% DV
Sodium
2.4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 173 calories in 2 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Sugar-free hazelnut balls are bite-sized treats made by shaping ground or finely chopped hazelnuts into small rounds. Recipes vary: other ingredients help bind the mixture, and some versions use a sweetener. “Sugar-free” generally means no sugar has been added; the exact ingredients depend on how the balls are made.
They have a rich, nutty flavour and a dense, sometimes slightly crumbly texture. Enjoy them with coffee or tea, pack one or two as a snack, or serve them as a small sweet after a meal. They are energy-dense, with hazelnuts contributing most of the fat, so a modest portion works well. For a lighter snack, pair a ball with fresh fruit, and check the recipe if you want to know which sweetener or binder it contains.
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 2
Minimally 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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.26g
MONOUNSATURATED
12.15g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.46g
Omega 6:3 ratio 78:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (78:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.