Halva vs Helva
Overall, Halva has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Halva | Helva |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | — |
| Calories | 579 kcal | 562 kcal |
| Fat | 41.7 g | 36 g |
| Saturated fat | 4.2 g | 1.5 g |
| Sugars | 25.8 g | 40 g |
| Salt | 0.1 g | 0.2 g |
| Fiber | 3.9 g | — |
| Protein | 15.4 g | 13 g |
| Additives | 1 | 0 |
| Allergens | Peanuts | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Helva has 14% less fat (36 g vs 41.7 g).
- Helva has 64% less saturated fat (1.5 g vs 4.2 g).
- Halva has 36% less sugar (25.8 g vs 40 g).
- Halva has 16% more protein (15.4 g vs 13 g).
- Halva has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Halva lists: Peanuts.
Ingredients
Halva
Sonnenblumenkerne geröstet und gemahlen 54,6%, Zucker, Invertzuckersirup, _Erdnüsse_ geröstet, Seifenkrautextrakt, Aroma, Säuerungsmittel Citronensäure.
Helva
Pâte de sésame (52%), sucre, pistaches (8%), émulsifiant : mono-et diglycérides d'acide gras (végétale), extraits de saponaire officinale, acidifiant: acide citrique, arôme : vanille. Peut contenir des traces de noix, de lait et de soja.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Halva or Helva?
Overall, Halva has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Helva has fewer calories: 562 kcal versus 579 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Halva has less sugar: 25.8 g versus 40 g per 100 g.