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Small, round brown sweets are arranged on a plate, their surfaces densely coated with coarse, golden-brown walnut pieces.

Walnut Ball Calories

Sweet snack made with walnuts, biscuit, cocoa, and sugar

In season: Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

420kcal

GI

55medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

170mg

FIBER · 100 G

3.5g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Walnut Ball (25 g) has 105 calories. That works out to 420 calories per 100 g. It contains 12 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 5.5 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Walnut Ball Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g

105

KCAL / 25G

Carbs

12g

· 4% DV

Protein

1.8g

· 4% DV

Fat

5.5g

· 7% DV

Fiber

0.9g

· 3% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 7% · Fat 47%

Walnut Ball nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (25 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories105 kcal
Total fat5.5 g7%
Saturated fat0.63 g3%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium28 mg1%
Total carbohydrate12 g4%
Fiber0.9 g3%
Protein1.8 g4%

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 Medium Walnut Ball?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)25 g105 kcal
1 piece (small)15 g63 kcal
1 piece (large)40 g168 kcal
2 piece (double)50 g210 kcal
1 serving (medium)60 g252 kcal
100 g100 g420 kcal
1 serving (large)100 g420 kcal
5 piece (jumbo)125 g525 kcal

Calculated from 420 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Walnut Ball

What are walnut balls made of?

Walnut balls are commonly made with crushed biscuits, walnuts, cocoa and sugar, plus a moist ingredient to bring the mixture together. Recipes vary, and some add a coating such as shredded coconut or extra ground walnuts.

How do you make walnut balls?

To make walnut balls, mix crushed biscuits with ground walnuts, cocoa and sugar, then add a binding ingredient until the mixture can be rolled. Shape it into small balls and chill them so they hold their shape for serving.

Do you bake walnut balls?

No, walnut balls are usually a no-bake sweet. The ingredients are mixed and shaped without an oven; chilling the finished balls helps them firm up before serving.

Why are my walnut balls falling apart?

Walnut balls usually fall apart when the mixture is too dry or has not been mixed enough. Add a little milk or another suitable binding ingredient, a small amount at a time, until the mixture holds together when pressed.

Can you make walnut balls without biscuits?

Yes, you can make walnut balls with finely crumbled cake or oats instead of biscuits. These alternatives absorb moisture differently, so add the binding ingredient gradually and stop when the mixture is easy to roll.

Can you make walnut balls without added sugar?

Yes, walnut balls can be made without added sugar, though they will taste less sweet than the usual version. You can use finely chopped dates for sweetness, but they also make the mixture stickier and may change how much binder it needs.

How should you store walnut balls?

Store walnut balls in a covered container in the refrigerator to keep them from drying out or absorbing other food odors. If they have a coconut or cocoa coating, check it before serving, as moisture can soften the outside.

Can walnut balls be frozen?

Yes, walnut balls can be frozen. Freeze them apart on a tray first, then transfer them to a sealed container; thaw them in the refrigerator before serving to help preserve their texture.

What can you roll walnut balls in?

Walnut balls can be rolled in shredded coconut, cocoa powder or finely chopped walnuts. Apply the coating while the outside is still slightly moist so it sticks, then chill the balls before arranging them on a plate.

Are walnut balls a Turkish dessert?

Walnut balls are a popular homemade-style sweet in Turkey, where they are often made with crushed biscuits, walnuts and cocoa. Recipes differ between households, so there is no single fixed version or traditional shape.

Walnut Ball Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.05mg · 4% DV

B6

0.06mg · 4% DV

Biotin

0.75µg · 3% DV

B2

0.03mg · 2% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.13mg · 14% DV

Manganese

0.3mg · 13% DV

Phosphorus

28mg · 4% DV

Magnesium

14mg · 3% DV

Potassium ⭐

43mg · 1% DV

Sodium

28mg · 1% DV

Walnut Ball Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

55
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

5.5
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Walnut Ball

To burn the 105 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 g):

🚶

26min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

11min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

14min

Cycling

🏊

12min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Walnut Ball?

Walnut Ball is a small, no-bake-style sweet made by combining walnuts with crushed biscuits, cocoa and sugar, then shaping the mixture into balls. It is a familiar Turkish home-style treat, with recipes varying in how finely the nuts and biscuits are crushed and whether the outside is coated.

The cocoa brings a gentle bitterness, while the sugar and walnuts give a rich, sweet flavour. The centre is soft and dense, often with a little crunch from the nuts. In Turkey it is commonly served with tea, and it also pairs well with coffee. Walnuts make it an energy-dense snack: it contains 420 kcal per 100 g. Enjoying one small piece alongside an unsweetened drink is an easy way to keep the portion modest.

How Nutritious Is Walnut Ball?

Nutrient density

Medium

35/ 100

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

28/ 100

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 Walnut Ball 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 Walnut Ball Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts yes
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Walnut Ball Good For?

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

Walnut Ball Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.63g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.05g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.88g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 3.9:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.