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Walnut fudge Calories
Dense sugary confection with walnuts
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Walnut fudge (25 g) has 116 calories. That works out to 465 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.6 g of carbs, 1.3 g of protein, 6 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Manganese covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Walnut fudge Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
116
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
14.6g
· 5% DV
Protein
1.3g
· 3% DV
Fat
6g
· 8% 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 50% · Protein 4% · Fat 46%
Walnut fudge nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (25 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 116 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.8 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 41 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14.6 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% |
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 fudge?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 186 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 233 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 279 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 419 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 465 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 140 g | 651 kcal |
Calculated from 465 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Walnut fudge
What is walnut fudge?
Walnut fudge is a dense, sweet confection made by combining fudge with pieces of walnut. Recipes vary: some use chocolate or cocoa, while others rely on a cooked sugar-and-dairy mixture, so walnut fudge does not always taste like chocolate.
How do you make walnut fudge?
Walnut fudge is made by cooking a sweet mixture until it thickens, stirring in walnuts, then letting it cool and set. A shortcut recipe uses melted chocolate and sweetened condensed milk; fold in the walnuts near the end to keep their pieces intact.
Does walnut fudge have to contain chocolate?
No, walnut fudge does not have to contain chocolate. Some versions use chocolate or cocoa, while traditional-style recipes can be made with sugar, butter, and milk or cream; check the recipe or ingredient list to know which kind you have.
Why is my walnut fudge grainy?
Walnut fudge turns grainy when sugar crystals form as the mixture cools. Follow the recipe’s instructions for stirring, and avoid scraping undissolved sugar from the sides of the pan back into the mixture; those crystals can trigger a rough texture.
How should you store walnut fudge?
Store walnut fudge in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Refrigerate homemade fudge made with perishable dairy ingredients or when the room is warm; let chilled pieces sit briefly at room temperature before serving for a softer bite.
Can you freeze walnut fudge?
Yes, walnut fudge freezes well when wrapped or sealed airtight. Separate pieces with parchment so they do not stick together, then thaw them while still covered in the refrigerator; this helps limit condensation on the surface.
Why is walnut fudge too soft to cut?
Walnut fudge is usually too soft to cut because it has not cooled and set fully, or because its mixture did not reach the right consistency. Chill it until firm, then cut with a sharp knife warmed in hot water and wiped dry.
Should you toast walnuts before adding them to walnut fudge?
Toasting walnuts before adding them to walnut fudge is optional, but it brings out their nutty aroma and adds a crisper bite. Let the walnuts cool completely before folding them in so their heat does not interfere with the fudge setting.
How do you stop walnut fudge from sticking to the pan?
Line the pan with parchment paper before pouring in walnut fudge, leaving extra paper over the sides as handles. Let the fudge set before lifting it out; lightly greasing the parchment can help if the mixture is especially sticky.
What is the difference between walnut fudge and walnut brownies?
Walnut fudge is a dense, firm confection that is cut into small pieces, while walnut brownies are baked cakes with a softer, crumb-like texture. Their ingredients and preparation differ, so fudge is not simply an unbaked walnut brownie.
Walnut fudge Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.1µg · 4% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
Vitamin A
29.5µg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.8µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.13mg · 6% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
32mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
11mg · 3% DV
Sodium
41mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
53mg · 2% DV
Walnut fudge Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Walnut fudge
To burn the 116 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 fudge?
Walnut fudge is a rich confection made by cooking sugar with butter and milk or cream until it sets into a soft, dense bite, then adding walnuts. Fudge is strongly associated with the United States and is also familiar in Britain and other English-speaking countries, where recipes vary in texture and sweetness.
It is usually cut into small squares and enjoyed as a treat, often with tea or coffee; the walnuts add a pleasant crunch to its creamy, sugary base. It is energy-dense, with 465 calories per 100 g, so a small piece can be satisfying. Serve it alongside unsweetened tea or coffee to balance its sweetness, or offer it as part of a mixed dessert plate.
How Nutritious Is Walnut fudge?
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 fudge 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 fudge Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Walnut fudge 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 fudge Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.78g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.35g
Omega 6:3 ratio 24.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (24.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.