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Orange-flavored candy with Turkish delight filling
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Turkish Delight Orange Candy (12 g) has 44 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 11 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 80 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 12 g
44
KCAL / 12G
Carbs
11g
· 4% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% 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 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 44 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
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) | 12 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 8 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 18 g | 67 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 111 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 36 g | 133 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 278 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 100 g | 370 kcal |
Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.
Turkish Delight Orange Candy is a soft, chewy Turkish delight sweet with an orange flavour. Its texture comes from the cooked, starch-based confection; the orange taste may come from flavouring, peel, juice, or a combination, depending on the recipe.
Not always. Turkish Delight Orange Candy can be flavoured without containing pieces of fruit, while some recipes use orange zest or juice. The ingredient list is the reliable way to tell whether a particular product contains actual orange.
Turkish Delight Orange Candy is chewy because its sugar-and-starch mixture is cooked until it forms a firm gel, then allowed to set. The exact firmness varies with the recipe and cooking, so some pieces feel softer while others are denser.
Turkish Delight Orange Candy has a citrus flavour that regular plain Turkish delight lacks. Some versions also include orange peel, but the texture and basic style remain those of lokum; recipes differ in how they add the orange.
Yes, Turkish Delight Orange Candy can be made at home by cooking sugar and a starch mixture until thick, then adding orange flavour and letting it set. Use a reliable lokum recipe and follow its cooking and cooling steps for the right texture.
Store Turkish Delight Orange Candy in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Separate layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking, and avoid humid storage, which can make the surface tacky.
Freezing Turkish Delight Orange Candy is generally unnecessary and may affect its texture when thawed, making it damp or sticky. Keep it sealed in a cool, dry cupboard instead, and follow any storage instructions provided with the product.
Turkish Delight Orange Candy often gets sticky when exposed to humidity or condensation. Keep it tightly covered and dry, and avoid refrigerating it unless the package specifically recommends refrigeration, since moisture can collect on the surface.
Turkish Delight Orange Candy pairs well with unsweetened black tea or coffee, which balances its sweet citrus flavour. Serve small pieces alongside the drink rather than leaving the sweets uncovered, so they retain their soft texture.
Turkish Delight Orange Candy can raise blood glucose because it is a sugary sweet. People with diabetes should account for it in their eating plan; a clinician or dietitian can advise on portions that fit their individual glucose targets and treatment.
Vitamins
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0.01mg · 0% DV
B6
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0.01mg · 0% DV
Manganese
0mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.36mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.6mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.24mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 44 calories in 1 piece (medium) (12 g):
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Turkish Delight Orange Candy brings the soft, springy texture of lokum together with a bright orange flavour. Turkish delight is a traditional confection, commonly served in small pieces; this orange version offers a citrus note alongside its pronounced sweetness. In Turkey it is often offered to guests, especially around festive occasions, and enjoyed with coffee or tea. English-speaking readers can serve it the same way, as a small after-dinner sweet or alongside a cup of tea.
Its nutritional profile is dominated by carbohydrates, with very little protein or fat. A small piece makes a neat sweet treat, though its concentrated sweetness is a good reason to keep portions modest. Pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee to balance the sweetness without adding another sugary accompaniment.
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.
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.
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not 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
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.