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Turkish delight or chocolate Calories
High-sugar confectionery option
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (small) of Turkish delight or chocolate (20 g) has 86 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.4 g of carbs, 0.7 g of protein, 2.8 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Turkish delight or chocolate Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 20 g
86
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
14.4g
· 5% DV
Protein
0.7g
· 1% DV
Fat
2.8g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 3% · Fat 30%
Turkish delight or chocolate nutrition facts table · 1 piece (small) (20 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 86 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.8 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.44 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14.4 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.7 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 Small Turkish delight or chocolate?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 10 g | 43 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 129 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 40 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 215 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 323 kcal |
| 4 piece (large) | 80 g | 344 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 430 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 100 g | 430 kcal |
Calculated from 430 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Turkish delight or chocolate
What is the difference between Turkish delight or chocolate?
Turkish delight is a soft, chewy confection usually made with sugar and starch, while chocolate is made from cocoa solids and cocoa butter. Turkish delight is often flavored with rose or filled with nuts; chocolate varieties differ by their cocoa and milk content.
Is Turkish delight or chocolate the healthier choice?
Neither is automatically the healthier choice; both are sweet treats. Turkish delight contains no cocoa, while chocolate provides cocoa ingredients, and the amount of sugar varies by type. A small portion and a less-sweet variety are practical ways to enjoy either.
Can people with diabetes eat Turkish delight or chocolate?
Both can raise blood glucose, and Turkish delight is primarily made with sugar and starch. If you have diabetes, ask your clinician or dietitian how either sweet fits your individual meal plan and medication.
What is Turkish delight or chocolate made of?
Turkish delight is typically made from sugar, water, and starch, with ingredients such as nuts, fruit flavoring, or rose water added to some varieties. Chocolate is made from cocoa ingredients, often with sugar and, in milk chocolate, milk components.
How should you store Turkish delight or chocolate?
Keep Turkish delight in an airtight container in a cool, dry place so it does not dry out or absorb moisture. Store chocolate away from heat, sunlight, and strong odors, and reseal its packaging after opening.
Can you freeze Turkish delight or chocolate?
You can freeze either, but freezing is usually unnecessary and can affect texture. Moisture may make Turkish delight sticky as it thaws, while condensation can mark chocolate; if you freeze them, seal them well and let them return to room temperature while still wrapped.
How is Turkish delight or chocolate made at home?
Turkish delight is made by cooking a sugar syrup with a starch mixture until thick, then letting it set before cutting. Homemade chocolate requires cocoa ingredients to be mixed and tempered; an easier home version uses melted chocolate shaped in molds.
Why does Turkish delight or chocolate turn white?
A white coating on Turkish delight is often powdered sugar or starch used to keep pieces from sticking. On chocolate, a pale film is usually fat or sugar bloom caused by temperature changes or moisture; it may look different but is generally a quality issue rather than spoilage.
Can you coat Turkish delight or chocolate with chocolate?
Yes, Turkish delight can be dipped in melted chocolate once the pieces are firm and cool. Let the coating set on baking paper; the soft center and crisp chocolate shell make a common variation, unlike plain chocolate, which is not usually coated with itself.
What goes well with Turkish delight or chocolate?
Turkish delight is traditionally served with Turkish coffee or tea, often as a small sweet bite alongside the drink. Chocolate pairs well with coffee, tea, or fruit; choose a less-sweet drink if you want the confection’s sweetness to stand out.
Turkish delight or chocolate Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.3µg · 1% DV
Vitamin E
0.12mg · 1% DV
B12
0.02µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
17mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.04mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
6.4mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
36mg · 1% DV
Sodium
11mg · 0% DV
Turkish delight or chocolate Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Turkish delight or chocolate
To burn the 86 calories in 1 piece (small) (20 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 Turkish delight or chocolate?
Turkish delight is a soft confection traditionally made by cooking sugar and starch into a chewy gel, sometimes with nuts or flavourings. Chocolate is a separate sweet, made from cocoa ingredients; “Turkish delight or chocolate” refers to either option, not one combined product.
Turkish delight is often offered with Turkish coffee or at celebrations, while chocolate is enjoyed on its own, with coffee or tea, or as part of a dessert. Both are sweet treats rather than filling snacks: the supplied figures list 72 g of carbohydrate and 430 calories per 100 g. A small piece of about 20 g is an easy way to keep the serving modest, and either pairs well with unsweetened tea or coffee.
How Nutritious Is Turkish delight or chocolate?
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 Turkish delight or chocolate 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 Turkish delight or chocolate Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Turkish delight or chocolate 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
Turkish delight or chocolate Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.86g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.38g
Omega 6:3 ratio 36:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (36:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.