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Walnut Candy Calories
Traditional Turkish hard candy with walnuts
In season: Winter · Spring · Autumn · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
3 piece (medium) of Walnut Candy (30 g) has 123 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.5 g of carbs, 0.8 g of protein, 2.6 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Walnut Candy Nutrition Facts
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 30 g
123
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
25.5g
· 9% DV
Protein
0.8g
· 2% DV
Fat
2.6g
· 3% 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 79% · Protein 2% · Fat 19%
Walnut Candy nutrition facts table · 3 piece (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 123 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.6 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.24 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25.5 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% |
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 3 Pieces of Walnut Candy?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 3 piece (medium) | 30 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 10 g | 41 kcal |
| 2 piece (small) | 20 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 25 g | 103 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 50 g | 205 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 100 g | 410 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Walnut Candy
What is Walnut Candy?
Walnut Candy is a traditional Turkish akide-style hard candy made with sugar and walnuts. The cooked sugar sets into a firm, brittle sweet, while walnut pieces add a nutty flavour and crunch.
How is Walnut Candy made?
Walnut Candy is made by cooking sugar until it reaches a hard-candy consistency, then mixing in walnuts and shaping the hot mixture before it cools. The hot syrup can cause severe burns, so candy-making requires care.
Does Walnut Candy contain actual walnuts?
Yes, Walnut Candy is made with walnut pieces mixed into the hard candy. The amount and size of the pieces can vary between recipes, so the walnut may be evenly distributed or noticeable in larger chunks.
How is Walnut Candy different from Turkish akide candy?
Walnut Candy is a walnut-filled variety of Turkish akide candy; plain akide candy is made without walnuts. Both are traditional hard candies, but the walnuts give this version a crunchier texture and a distinct nutty taste.
Why does Walnut Candy become sticky?
Walnut Candy can become sticky when it absorbs moisture from humid air or is left in an open package. Keep it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place to help preserve its hard texture.
How should Walnut Candy be stored?
Store Walnut Candy in an airtight container away from heat, sunlight, and humidity. Moisture can soften the sugar coating, while prolonged storage may dull the walnuts’ flavour. Avoid refrigerating it, where condensation can affect its texture.
Can Walnut Candy be used in baking?
Yes, you can crush Walnut Candy and use small pieces as a crunchy topping for desserts. It is very hard, so wrap it before breaking it with a sturdy tool, and add it near serving time to keep it crisp.
Why is Walnut Candy so hard?
Walnut Candy is hard because its sugar syrup is cooked until it sets into a brittle candy as it cools. That firm texture is characteristic of akide-style sweets, rather than the soft, chewy texture of Turkish lokum.
Is Walnut Candy traditionally served with tea or coffee?
Yes, Walnut Candy can be served alongside Turkish tea or coffee as a small sweet. Its intense sweetness makes a piece a common-style accompaniment, while the walnuts offer a contrasting crunch.
Does Walnut Candy raise blood sugar?
Yes, Walnut Candy can raise blood sugar because it is primarily a sugar-based sweet. If you have diabetes, how it fits your eating plan depends on your individual care needs; ask your clinician or dietitian for personalized guidance.
Walnut Candy Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
0.45µg · 2% DV
Vitamin E
0.21mg · 1% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
B5
0.06mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
12mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
6mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
18mg · 1% DV
Sodium
1.5mg · 0% DV
Walnut Candy Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Walnut Candy
To burn the 123 calories in 3 piece (medium) (30 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 Walnut Candy?
Walnut Candy is a traditional Turkish hard sweet made by cooking sugar until it sets, then adding pieces of walnut. It belongs to the akide candy tradition, long associated with Turkish confectioners, and has a glossy, firm finish with crunchy bits of nut throughout.
It is intensely sweet and usually enjoyed a piece at a time, often alongside tea or Turkish coffee, or offered to guests during celebrations. Its nutritional profile is dominated by carbohydrates from the sugar, while the walnuts add some fat and a toasted, earthy note. Since it is very hard, let a piece dissolve slowly rather than biting down; unsweetened tea makes a good pairing and keeps the serving modest.
How Nutritious Is Walnut 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 Walnut Candy 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 Candy Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Walnut Candy 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 Candy Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.51g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.53g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6:1).
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