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A sweet snack made with apple and whole wheat, providing dietary fiber.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Whole-Wheat Apple Ball (30 g) has 62 calories. That works out to 205 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.6 g of carbs, 1.5 g of protein, 0.8 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Manganese covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
62
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
12.6g
· 5% DV
Protein
1.5g
· 3% DV
Fat
0.8g
· 1% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 79% · Protein 9% · Fat 12%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 62 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.8 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.15 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.6 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 1.5 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 62 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 41 kcal |
| 2 piece (small) | 40 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 92 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 60 g | 123 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 90 g | 185 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 205 kcal |
| 4 piece (extra large) | 120 g | 246 kcal |
Calculated from 205 calories per 100 g.
A Whole-Wheat Apple Ball is made by shaping apple and whole-wheat ingredients into a small snack. In a homemade version, add grated apple gradually until the mixture holds together, then shape it. This is a minimally processed sweet snack; recipes differ in their additional ingredients.
Apple and whole wheat are the defining ingredients in a Whole-Wheat Apple Ball. Depending on the recipe, it may also include cinnamon, nuts, or a sweetener. Those additions are optional, so the exact ingredient list varies between homemade versions and products.
A Whole-Wheat Apple Ball can be made either baked or unbaked, depending on the recipe. No-bake versions rely on a mixture that holds its shape, while baking firms the outside and can dry the apple mixture if left in too long.
A Whole-Wheat Apple Ball usually falls apart when its mixture is too wet or too dry. Add whole-wheat ingredients gradually if it is sticky, or a little grated apple if it is crumbly. Chilling the mixture briefly before shaping can also help.
Store Whole-Wheat Apple Balls in a sealed container in the refrigerator because they contain fresh apple. For the best texture, eat homemade ones within a few days; leaving them at room temperature for extended periods can make them spoil sooner.
Yes, Whole-Wheat Apple Balls can be frozen. Freeze them separately on a tray first, then transfer them to a sealed freezer-safe container so they do not stick together. Thaw them in the refrigerator; the apple may make the texture softer.
Yes, a Whole-Wheat Apple Ball can be made without added sugar, using the apple’s natural sweetness. The result will taste less sweet if the apple is tart. If a recipe calls for a sweetener, adjust it to taste rather than assuming it is essential.
No, peeling the apple is not essential for a Whole-Wheat Apple Ball. Wash it well and grate it with the skin on for a more textured mixture. Peel it if you prefer a smoother result.
Firm apples are easiest to grate and mix into a Whole-Wheat Apple Ball without making the mixture overly wet. A sweeter apple gives a milder, sweeter result, while a tart variety makes the flavor sharper; adjust the mixture based on its moisture.
Yes, Whole-Wheat Apple Balls can be made ahead and kept chilled in a sealed container. Their apple-based mixture may soften as it sits, so shape them shortly before serving if you want a firmer texture, or freeze extras for later.
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B3
0.36mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.6µg · 2% DV
Folate
7.5µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.33mg · 14% DV
Selenium
3.6µg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
38mg · 5% DV
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
63mg · 2% DV
Sodium
2.4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 62 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):
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A whole-wheat apple ball is a small sweet snack combining apple with whole wheat. It is better thought of as a simple homemade-style treat than a dish tied to one particular region; apple and whole wheat are its defining ingredients, while recipes can vary.
The apple brings fruity sweetness and moisture, while whole wheat gives the bite a heartier, slightly grainy character. It works as a snack with tea or coffee, or as a portable addition to a lunchbox. Its carbohydrates provide most of its energy, and it also contributes dietary fibre. Pair it with plain yoghurt or fresh fruit for a more balanced snack, or keep to one piece when you want something sweet without a large serving.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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 2
Minimally 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.
Contains these 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
0.15g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.21g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.