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Silver Balls
Sugar balls coated with silver
Silver Balls by Sainsbury's provides 394 kcal per 100 g, with 92.3 g of sugars and 1.6 g of protein. That is 69% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Candies category and comes in a 78g pack. Contains: gluten.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 394 kcal | 364 +8% |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 3.3 −94% |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 1.9 −95% |
| Carbohydrates | 96.1 g | 81.5 +18% |
| Total sugars | 92.3 g | 54.5 +69% |
| Added sugars | 59.8 g | 49.3 +21% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.6 g | 2.7 −77% |
| Protein | 1.6 g | 2.1 −23% |
| Salt | 0 g | 0.3 −100% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 11654 Candies products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other candies
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sugar, Wheat Flour, Wheat Starch, Colour (Silver), Glucose Syrup, Stabiliser (Acacia Gum),Beef Gelatine
- Allergens
- Gluten
- May contain traces
- GlutenMilkNutsPeanuts
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 78g
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 01816761
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Silver Balls?
Silver Balls contains 394 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Silver Balls?
Silver Balls has 92.3 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Silver Balls healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Silver Balls vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Silver Balls contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten. It may also contain traces of milk, nuts, peanuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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