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Tootsie Roll candy Calories
Chewy, cocoa-flavored candy with high sugar content; contains milk and soy.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Tootsie Roll candy (17 g) has 66 calories. That works out to 387 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.5 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 1.3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Tootsie Roll candy Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 17 g
66
KCAL / 17G
Carbs
12.5g
· 5% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
1.3g
· 2% 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 78% · Protein 3% · Fat 19%
Tootsie Roll candy nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (17 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 66 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.3 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.73 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 8.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.5 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% |
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 Tootsie Roll candy?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 17 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 6.5 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 17 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 25 g | 97 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 110 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 34 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 40 g | 155 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 51 g | 197 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 387 kcal |
Calculated from 387 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tootsie Roll candy
Are Tootsie Roll candies actually chocolate?
Tootsie Roll candy contains cocoa, but it is not a conventional chocolate bar. It is a sweet, chewy candy with a cocoa-like flavor and a distinctive, caramel-like texture.
Why are Tootsie Roll candies so chewy?
Tootsie Roll candy gets its stretch from its sugar-based mixture and manufacturing process. The ingredients are cooked, worked into a dense mass, and shaped, giving the candy a texture that softens as you chew rather than crumbling like chocolate.
What ingredients are in Tootsie Roll candy?
Tootsie Roll candy is made with ingredients such as sugar, corn syrup, cocoa, and oil, and it contains milk and soy. It is a highly formulated, ultra-processed confection, not simply cocoa and chocolate.
Who invented Tootsie Roll candy, and where did its name come from?
Leo Hirschfield created Tootsie Roll candy in New York in 1896. The name came from “Tootsie,” the nickname of his daughter Clara, giving the candy a name tied to its inventor’s family.
Do Tootsie Roll candies melt in the heat?
Yes, Tootsie Roll candy can soften and melt when heated. It may turn sticky rather than becoming as fluid as a chocolate bar, so heat it in short bursts and watch it closely to prevent scorching.
What does Tootsie Roll candy taste like?
Tootsie Roll candy tastes sweet, mildly cocoa-flavored, and a little caramel-like. Its flavor is less like a standard chocolate bar and more distinctive when paired with its dense, chewy texture.
Can you melt Tootsie Roll candy for baking?
Yes, you can melt Tootsie Roll candy for baking, but expect a sticky, thick result rather than a smooth chocolate sauce. Gentle heat and frequent stirring help it soften without scorching; adding it to a recipe that calls for melted chocolate may change the texture.
What is the difference between Tootsie Roll candy and a Tootsie Pop?
Tootsie Roll candy is a chewy piece eaten on its own. A Tootsie Pop is a lollipop with a hard candy shell around a chewy Tootsie Roll center, so you reach the center after sucking or biting through the shell.
How should you store Tootsie Roll candy?
Store Tootsie Roll candy in its sealed wrapper in a cool, dry place. Heat can make it soft and sticky, while moisture can affect its texture; seal opened candy in an airtight container.
Can dogs eat Tootsie Roll candy?
No, Tootsie Roll candy is not a safe treat for dogs. It contains cocoa and a lot of sugar, and candy may also cause stomach upset. Keep it out of reach; contact a veterinarian if your dog eats some, especially if the amount is uncertain.
Tootsie Roll candy Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B12
0.01µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Biotin
0.09µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
11mg · 2% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Calcium
14mg · 1% DV
Iodine
1.36µg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
19mg · 1% DV
Sodium
8.5mg · 0% DV
Tootsie Roll candy Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tootsie Roll candy
To burn the 66 calories in 1 piece (medium) (17 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 Tootsie Roll candy?
Tootsie Roll candy is an American chewy confection with a cocoa flavour, rather than a conventional chocolate bar. Its dense, pliable texture makes it easy to enjoy piece by piece, and it is commonly sold as individually wrapped sweets.
In the United States, it is often handed out at Halloween or kept in a candy dish; elsewhere, it works as an occasional sweet snack. Its nutrition is mostly carbohydrate, with a high sugar content and little fibre or protein. A medium piece is about 17 g, making portion size easy to keep in mind. For a more substantial snack, enjoy it alongside fruit or a handful of nuts.
How Nutritious Is Tootsie Roll candy?
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 Tootsie Roll candy 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 Tootsie Roll candy Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Tootsie Roll candy 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
Tootsie Roll candy Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.73g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.31g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.17g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.