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No-added-sugar hazelnut confection
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Sugar-free hazelnut dragées (30 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 480 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.9 g of carbs, 2.7 g of protein, 10.2 g of fat and 2.4 g of fiber. Its 1.1 mg of Manganese covers 50% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Sugar-free hazelnut dragées are small confections made by covering hazelnuts with a sweet coating. “Sugar-free” indicates that sugar has not been added, though the ingredients and type of coating can vary by product. Their appeal is the contrast between the smooth or crisp shell and the roasted, crunchy hazelnut inside.
They’re enjoyed as a small sweet bite, often with coffee or tea, or served in a bowl alongside other treats. Hazelnuts and their coating make them energy-dense: 100 g provides 480 kcal. For a more modest snack, stick to the listed typical serving of about 30 g; coffee or unsweetened tea pairs well without adding more sweetness.
Selected: 100 g
480
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
43g
· 16% DV
Protein
9g
· 18% DV
Fat
34g
· 44% DV
Fiber
8g
· 29% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 33% · Protein 7% · Fat 60%
Vitamins
Vitamin E
7.2mg · 48% DV
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
B6
0.3mg · 18% DV
Folate
65µg · 16% DV
Minerals
Manganese
4mg · 174% DV
Copper
1mg · 111% DV
Magnesium
155mg · 37% DV
Phosphorus
235mg · 34% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 480 calories in 100 g:
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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.
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.
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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
10.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
17.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 40:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (40:1).
Sugar-free hazelnut dragées are hazelnuts covered in a sweetened confectionery coating. The coating and the sweetener used vary by product, so the name alone does not tell you whether it is chocolate-based or what gives it its sweetness.
Sugar-free hazelnut dragées are made by coating hazelnuts in successive layers of confectionery. A commercial version may use specialist coating equipment, while a home version can be made in small batches by adding and setting thin layers one at a time.
Not necessarily: “sugar-free” does not always mean that every ingredient contributes zero sugar. A product made without added sugar may still contain naturally occurring sugars, so check both its ingredient list and nutrition information.
Some people with diabetes may include sugar-free hazelnut dragées, but “sugar-free” does not mean carbohydrate-free or guaranteed not to affect blood glucose. Portion size and sweetener type matter; ask your clinician or dietitian if you need advice for your personal plan.
The sweetener in sugar-free hazelnut dragées depends on the recipe. Some products use sugar alcohols, while others use high-intensity sweeteners; the product name does not identify which one is present.
Yes, sugar-free hazelnut dragées containing sugar alcohols can cause gas, bloating, or loose stools in some people, especially when eaten in larger amounts. If symptoms occur, reduce your portion and check which sweetener the product uses.
Some sugar-free hazelnut dragées have a chocolate-style coating, but not all do. Recipes vary, and the name describes the hazelnut confection rather than guaranteeing a particular coating; look at the ingredients for cocoa or chocolate.
They are not a weight-loss food simply because they are sugar-free. Hazelnuts and their coating make them a rich confection, so a modest portion is more useful than treating them as an unrestricted snack.
Keep sugar-free hazelnut dragées in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight and strong-smelling foods. Warmth can soften the coating, while moisture can make the surface sticky.
Yes, you can make sugar-free hazelnut dragées at home by coating roasted, cooled hazelnuts in a melted sugar-free confectionery coating. Add thin layers and let each one set before applying the next for a more even shell.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.