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The original malted milk balls
Malted Milk Ball
The original malted milk balls by The Hershey Company provides 467 kcal per 100 g, with 56.7 g of sugars and 3.3 g of protein. That is 23% 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 Bonbons category and comes in a 5 OZ (141 g) pack. Contains: gluten, milk, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 13 pieces (30 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 467 kcal | 140 kcal | 535 −13% | |
| Total fat | 16.7 g | 5 g | 6% | 33.1 −50% |
| Saturated fat | 16.7 g | 5 g | 25% | 18.8 −11% |
| Carbohydrates | 76.7 g | 23 g | 8% | 52 +47% |
| Total sugars | 56.7 g | 17 g | 46.2 +23% | |
| Added sugarsUSDA | 46.7 g | 14 g | 28% | 38.9 +20% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 3.1 −100% |
| Protein | 3.3 g | 1 g | 2% | 6 −44% |
| Salt | 0.6 g | 0.2 g | 0.2 +157% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 3696 Bonbons products on Foodmetria.
Serving size and added sugars from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from June 2023. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other bonbons
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sugar; corn syrup solids; whey (milk); hydrogenated palm kernel oil; palm kernel oil; corn syrup; cocoa; malted milk [barley malt; wheat flour; milk; salt; baking soda]; sorbitan tristearate; lecithin (soy); confectioner's glaze; salt; artificial flavor; tapioca dextrin; calcium carbonate.
- Allergens
- GlutenMilkSoybeans
Additives 6
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 5 OZ (141 g)
- Serving size
- 13 pieces (30 g)
- Labels & certifications
- Low or no fatLow fatKosherReduced fat25% less fatOrthodox Union KosherVerified
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0010700024404
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in The original malted milk balls?
The original malted milk balls contains 467 kcal per 100 g and about 140 kcal per serving (13 pieces (30 g)).
How much sugar is in The original malted milk balls?
The original malted milk balls has 56.7 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is The original malted milk 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 The original malted milk balls vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does The original malted milk balls contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Milk, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated July 7, 2025. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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