Turtle Organic Choco Balls Cereal – 300 g wholegrain rice, corn and wheat • 4.8% chocolate • 7 g fibre per 100 g
Wholegrain rice, corn and wheat cereal with 4.8% chocolate and two types of cocoa powder. The chocolate contains cocoa butter and vanilla extract. Serve these organic Choco Balls with milk or yoghurt.
- Wholegrain flours: retain the bran and germ that are removed when making refined flour.
- 7 g fibre per 100 g: cereal fibre is supplemented with oligofructose, a soluble fibre.
- Organic chocolate and cocoa: certified organic, like the grains; the recipe contains no palm oil.
- Contains wheat: this cereal is not gluten-free.
- Contains wheat (gluten). May contain soya, milk and nuts.
Why it’s Pravé Bio
Three wholegrains, real chocolate and two cocoa powders. Choco Balls contain wholegrain rice, corn and wheat flour and 4.8% chocolate. The chocolate contains cocoa mass, cocoa butter and natural vanilla extract, with cocoa powder and reduced-fat cocoa powder adding to the flavour.
We selected them for their wholegrain base and certified organic ingredients. They provide 7 g fibre and 8 g protein per 100 g. The grains and added oligofructose contribute fibre. No cooking is needed: serve with milk or yoghurt, or scatter over porridge.
They contain wheat and gluten and are not suitable for people with coeliac disease. They may also contain milk, soya and nuts. These are sweetened cereals with 19 g sugars per 100 g.
Wholegrain cereal with chocolate and cocoa
- Rice, corn and wheat: three wholegrain flours form the cereal base.
- 4.8% chocolate: made with cocoa mass and cocoa butter, rather than chocolate flavouring alone.
- Two cocoa powders: the recipe includes cocoa powder and reduced-fat cocoa powder.
- 7 g fibre per 100 g: grain fibre is complemented by soluble oligofructose.
- No palm oil: the cereal contains naturally occurring fats, totalling 4 g per 100 g.
- Certified organic ingredients: identified by asterisks in the full ingredients list.
Choco Balls contain cane sugar, both on its own and in the chocolate. Serve with plain yoghurt or milk and fresh fruit.
BREAKFAST WITH TURTLE
Choco Balls yoghurt bowl with summer fruit
A no-cook breakfast for one. Strawberries, raspberries and apricot complement the chocolate; use other seasonal fruit when these are unavailable.
Ingredients
- 150 g plain yoghurt or an unsweetened plant-based alternative
- 30 g Turtle Choco Balls
- 2–3 strawberries and a small handful of raspberries
- 1 apricot, stone removed
- A little milk or coconut milk, if needed
Method
- Wash the fruit, slice the strawberries and remove the apricot stone.
- Spoon the yoghurt into a bowl. Stir in a little milk or coconut milk if you prefer a thinner base.
- Arrange the fruit on top, then add the Choco Balls just before eating.
- Serve immediately. If preparing ahead, keep the cereal separate so it stays crisp.
With milk, yoghurt or dessert
Choco Balls are ready to eat. There is no need to cook or soak them. They soften gradually in milk or yoghurt, so add them at the last moment to keep their crunch.
- With milk: pour over just before eating. Adjust the amount depending on whether you prefer more crunch or a softer bowl of cereal.
- With a plant-based drink: choose an unsweetened option, such as coconut milk. Check every ingredient if following a particular diet. For a thicker coconut base, try Ceylon Kokonati coconut milk with 90% coconut flesh, thinned with water to taste.
- With plain yoghurt: add fruit, then scatter the cereal over the top. A mild, unsweetened base lets the cocoa and chocolate flavours come through.
- Over porridge: add a small handful to cooked porridge. Keep them out of the pan if you want a contrast between soft oats and crisp cereal.
- In a layered dessert: combine with yoghurt or quark and fruit. Reserve some cereal for the top and add it at serving time; the layers inside will soften as the dessert chills.
Check the complete dish and its allergens. The cereal contains wheat and may contain other allergens. The absence of milk from the ingredients list is not a milk-free guarantee. Close the inner bag tightly, or transfer to an airtight container, and store dry. Follow the instructions on the pack.
The ingredients and what they do
Three wholegrain floursRice, corn and wheat make up the cereal base. Wholegrain flour retains the bran and germ; wheat also means that the cereal contains gluten.
Chocolate – 4.8%The chocolate contains cane sugar, cocoa mass, cocoa butter and natural vanilla extract. Its percentage is not the total cocoa content of the cereal.
Cocoa powdersTwo cocoa powders complement the chocolate, one of them reduced-fat. Their individual percentages are not given in the current ingredients list.
Cane sugarSweetens the cereal base and is also part of the chocolate. The finished cereal contains 19 g sugars per 100 g and is not a no-added-sugar product.
OligofructoseThis soluble fibre complements the fibre from the grains. The 7 g fibre per 100 g shown in the nutrition table is the total, not the amount of oligofructose alone.
Sunflower lecithin and saltLecithin acts as an emulsifier, while salt complements the flavour. Sunflower lecithin is not soya lecithin, but the possible presence of soya traces still matters.
Organic certification and allergens: separate checks
Organic status is backed by certification and controls. Control bodies check compliance with organic production rules. It is more than another word for “natural” or a brand’s own assessment.
Asterisks identify the certified ingredients: wholegrain flours, sugar, chocolate, cocoa, oligofructose and sunflower lecithin. The full list also breaks down the ingredients in the chocolate.
Organic food can contain sugar and gluten. Wheat is an ingredient in Choco Balls. Organic certification does not replace checking the recipe if you have coeliac disease or a food allergy.
Why are Choco Balls not gluten-free?
The wholegrain flour blend contains wheat, which contains gluten. This is an ingredient, rather than simply a warning about possible production traces.
Gluten-free labelling on another Turtle cereal does not apply to this product. Always check the particular recipe and pack.
Ingredients
Wholegrain flour* (rice*, corn*, WHEAT*), cane sugar*, chocolate* 4.8% (cane sugar*, cocoa mass*, cocoa butter*, natural vanilla extract), reduced-fat cocoa powder*, oligofructose*, cocoa powder*, emulsifier: sunflower lecithin*, salt.
*Certified organic ingredients.
Allergens
Contains wheat (gluten). May contain soya, milk and nuts.
Nutrition information
| Typical values | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Energy | 1598 kJ / 378 kcal |
| Fat | 4 g |
| of which saturates | 1.9 g |
| Carbohydrate | 74 g |
| of which sugars | 19 g |
| Fibre | 7 g |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Salt | 0.38 g |
Values are for the cereal alone, before adding milk, yoghurt or other ingredients.
Storage
Store in a dry place.
Turtle: a Belgian organic breakfast specialist
Breakfast favourites made with organic ingredientsTurtle has specialised in organic breakfasts since 2014. The Belgian brand makes porridges, granolas and cereals with certified organic ingredients. The range includes plain grain cereals and blends with cocoa, nuts and seeds.
The range includes wholegrain cereals, bran-rich flakes and granolas with pea protein and seeds. Some colourful cereals use plant concentrates.
Alongside sweetened cereals, Turtle offers recipes without added sugar.
Organic ingredients throughout
Certified agricultural ingredients include the grains and, where used, cocoa, nuts and seeds.
Grains, bran and seeds
Turtle uses oats, rye, rice and corn across its range. Some recipes also include bran, pea protein and seeds, giving each blend its own fibre, protein and sugar profile.
Checks on the gluten-free range
Products labelled gluten-free are regularly tested for levels below 20 mg/kg. The label does not cover the whole brand: other recipes may contain wheat or rye.
Cocoa, nuts and plant-based colours
Cocoa, nuts and seeds contribute their own flavours. Selected colourful cereals use concentrates from spirulina, fruit and vegetables, with the ingredients named on the pack.
The people behind Turtle and its journey to you
Laurence and Thilo: breakfast, inspired by family life
- Laurence is Belgian and grew up in Spain and Denmark; Thilo is German. They met in Belgium, where they later founded Turtle. Their different experiences of food helped shape a business devoted to breakfast.
- Porridge came first, with more recipes following over time. Organic ingredients remained central to both the plain grain staples and the more playful cereals. The name Turtle comes from the fable of the tortoise and the hare.
- A family project has grown into a team developing a wider choice of breakfasts. The first porridge went on sale in 2015, granolas followed in 2020 and a new cereal range arrived in 2021. Laurence and Thilo continue to work on the business together.
Pravé Bio: from meeting in Malmö to direct distribution
- We met Laurence and Thilo at a trade fair in Malmö. Their ambition to make familiar cereals with organic ingredients appealed to us. They consider the whole recipe, from the grains to the ingredients that provide flavour and colour.
- We value Turtle’s certified organic ingredients, plant extracts for colouring the marshmallows and a choice of recipes without added sugar. At Pravé Bio, you buy directly from Turtle’s importer and distributor for the Czech Republic and Slovakia.
Turtle Choco Balls: your questions answered
Are Choco Balls gluten-free?
No. They contain wholegrain wheat flour and are not suitable for people with coeliac disease. For a gluten-free option, see Cocoa Pillows with hazelnut filling; these do contain hazelnuts.
Do they contain milk?
Milk is not an ingredient in the current published recipe, but the cereal may contain it. We therefore do not describe it as milk-free. Check the label on the particular pack.
Are they suitable for vegans?
The current ingredients list has no animal-derived ingredients, but the supporting information on vegan suitability is inconsistent. Check the particular pack; we cannot guarantee this without confirmation of the batch.
How much chocolate do they contain?
Chocolate makes up 4.8% of the recipe. The cereal also contains cocoa powder and reduced-fat cocoa powder.
Are they made without added sugar?
No. They contain cane sugar and sugar in the chocolate, with 19 g sugars per 100 g.
What is oligofructose?
A soluble fibre added to the recipe. Together with grain fibre, it contributes to the total 7 g fibre per 100 g.
Do they contain palm oil?
No palm oil appears in the listed ingredients. The cereal does contain fats, including those in the chocolate and cocoa.
Is the lecithin made from soya?
No, the current recipe uses sunflower lecithin. However, the product may contain traces of soya.
Do I need to cook them?
No, they are ready to eat. Add to milk, yoghurt or cooked porridge just before serving.
What can I serve them with?
Milk, an unsweetened plant-based drink, plain yoghurt or fruit. They also make a crunchy dessert topping.
What is the pack size?
Each box contains 300 g of chocolate cereal balls.
How do I keep them crisp?
Close the inner bag tightly or use an airtight container. Store dry and add wet ingredients just before eating.
Additional parameters
| Category: | Cereals |
|---|---|
| EAN: | 5425038430400 |
| Net weight: | 300 g |
| Brand: | Turtle |
| Cereal base: | wholegrain rice, corn and wheat |
| Chocolate: | 4.8% |
| Sugars per 100 g: | 19 g |
| Fibre per 100 g: | 7 g |
| Protein per 100 g: | 8 g |
| Organic: | yes |
| Gluten-free: | no, contains wheat |
| Contains: | wheat (gluten) |
| May contain: | soya, milk, nuts |
| Palm oil-free: | yes |
| Storage: | store dry; close tightly after opening |
| Manufacturer: | Turtle sprl Monastery Street 12 1000 Brussels, Belgium |
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Turtle is an innovative brand that delivers healthy, quality breakfast products with an emphasis on clean ingredients and sustainability. Their range includes organic cereals, porridges and granolas without artificial additives, refined sugar and genetically modified ingredients. The brand's philosophy is based on simplicity, authentic flavours and maximum preservation of the nutritional value of the ingredients.
Turtle prides itself on its eco-friendly approach - their packaging is recyclable and production respects the principles of sustainability. Its commitment to quality and responsibility to nature makes Turtle a popular choice among customers looking for healthier alternatives to traditional breakfast products.
Renowned breakfast products thanks to:
- Pure ingredients - no artificial additives, refined sugar or GMO ingredients.
- Carefully selected ingredients - from organic farming, which retain their authentic taste and nutritional value.
- Environmental responsibility - packaging and responsible production are proof of their commitment to protecting the environment.
- Allergen-free - offers gluten-free, vegan and protein options, so everyone who cares about a healthy lifestyle will enjoy it.
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Who is behind the Turtle brand
Behind the Turtle brand is a team of health food enthusiasts who believe that breakfast should not only be tasty, but also nutritious and made with respect for nature. Inspired by the simplicity and quality of traditional recipes, the brand founders decided to create a range of cereal products that combine pure organic ingredients, great taste and sustainability.
The aim was to offer an alternative to conventional breakfast products, which often contain unnecessary additives, refined sugar and artificial flavourings.
Turtle is based on the philosophy of "slow food", i.e . conscious eating with an emphasis on the quality of ingredients and their natural processing. The brand name symbolizes patience, honesty and consideration - values that are reflected not only in the products themselves, but also in the entire approach to production and business. As a result, Turtle has earned the trust of customers across Europe and is constantly expanding its range with new, innovative products that make breakfast a real treat.
Turtle brand vision
Turtle' s vision is clear - to deliver breakfasts that are not only delicious, but also healthy, nutritious and made with the planet in mind. They want to inspire people to better eating habits by offering products without unnecessary additives, refined sugar and chemicals.
Every step of production, from the careful selection of raw materials to eco-friendly packaging, reflects their commitment to sustainability and quality. At the same time, they emphasize an ethical approach to production and fair cooperation with suppliers who share their values.
Their goal is not only to produce quality products, but also to contribute to a positive change in the way people think about food and its impact on the world.
What inspires the founders
Turtle is a brand that embodies everything that goes into a great breakfast - simple, clean and delicious products. Their team focuses on creating innovative recipes and improving traditional breakfast dishes to make them healthier and more nutritious.
They were the first to market porridges, which gradually created a whole new segment in some European countries. They enrich classic recipes with modern elements and look for new ways to combine ingredients and discover new flavours.
Each Turtle product is designed with versatility in mind, but always with carefully selected organic ingredients that guarantee high quality, healthful ingredients and great taste.
How did this story begin?
The founders were looking for organic, no-sugar-added breakfast cereals - and couldn't find them. It was only pregnancy and the birth of our child that made us think even more deeply about what we actually eat and what we want to offer our family. At the time, both Thilo and Laurence were busy with work, but maternity leave proved to be just the right moment to launch Turtle - a brand that brings better breakfast alternatives to those looking for clean ingredients and real taste.
The name Turtle was chosen after the well-known story of the tortoise and the hare. While the hare pushes forward and tires quickly, the tortoise goes slowly but steadily - and eventually wins. It works the same way with the energy from whole grain oats, which is released gradually and gives the body a steady strength for the whole day.
Today, they are grateful to be able to share their love of breakfast with hundreds of thousands of you each month. They're always looking for new ways to bring you even better products and inspiration for breakfasts you'll love. Because a good day starts with a great breakfast - and they always want yours to be special.
Why does Turtle rely on organic farming?
All Turtle products come from organic farming, which is better for nature and human health. Unlike conventional production, it minimises the use of chemicals, promotes natural soil fertility and protects groundwater. As a result, bees can continue to pollinate, the landscape remains diverse and consumers can enjoy a breakfast free of unwanted toxins and pesticides.
Why Turtle chooses organic farming
- It preserves soil fertility for future generations.
- It protects the purity of drinking water.
- Reduces the amount of pesticides and toxic substances in food.
- It promotes biodiversity and contributes to the sustainability of the planet.
- It does not contain any genetically modified (GM) ingredients.
From the very beginning, Turtle has held the BE-BIO-001 organic certification, confirming its commitment to sustainability and the highest quality.
Fair production and healthy food
Fair Production: a responsibility that makes sense
Turtle is committed to sourcing ingredients in a fair and reasonable manner because it believes that quality products start with honest supplier relationships.
Proximity
- They buy raw materials from farms close to their production facilities, which allows for a long-term and stable cooperation between farmers and producers.
- This approach promotes not only the freshness of raw materials but also the sustainability of local communities.
Fair access
- Every raw material is purchased in accordance with the high social standards set by organizations such as BSCI (Business Social Compliance Initiative), SA8000 (Social Accountability) and ILO (International Labour Organization).
All of Turtle' s suppliers are members of Sedex, which ensures fair living and working conditions for all those involved in growing cocoa, sugar cane and other ingredients that brands cannot grow directly in their area.
Healthy and nutritious food: start the day with energy that lasts
Breakfast should provide not only immediate energy, but also a long-lasting feeling of satiety and vitality. The right combination of macronutrients is the key to giving your brain and body everything they need to function optimally.
Reach for breakfast foods that contain a balance of carbohydrates, protein, healthy fats and fibre. Carbohydrates give you quick energy, while protein gives you a steady source of energy throughout the day.
Taste is the foundation of food enjoyment
This enjoyment has a positive effect on our health. It is scientifically proven that enjoying food supports digestion, improves the relationship with food and can help overcome problems such as eating disorders.
Therefore, it is not only important what you eat, but also how you eat it.
Sustainable packaging: Protecting freshness and being responsible for the planet
Turtle' s goal is to use packaging that preserves the freshness and taste of their products while minimizing the negative impact on the environment.
The cardboard boxes are made from 80% recycled fibres, and the outer packaging for transport is completely recyclable.
While plastic is not ideal, it is essential for preserving freshness and protecting against moisture, greatly reducing food waste. This plastic is recyclable, which means that by reusing it, the amount of new plastic can be reduced.
They use eco-friendly bubbles made from degradable vegetable starch to ship orders.
History of the Turtle brand: A Love Story since 2014
2014-2015 - The idea for Turtle was born this year during Laurence's first maternity leave. A year later, in 2015, Turtle sold its first porridge.
2018 - Turtle is growing and evolving! The brand has partnered with a leading Belgian design agency to create colourful and fun new packaging. It's time for a change of look!
2019 - Working from home was great, but when the boxes started reaching the ceiling, they decided to open a real office.
2020 - granolais coming! And also COVID-19... A new challenge: sending products to customers working from home. Laurence, like many parents, spends three months at home with her children. But sales are skyrocketing!
2021 - The Turtle brand has always aimed to produce healthy products. Laurence and Thilo created
Today - Since its inception, Turtle has enjoyed tremendous success, and this is just the beginning! Laurence and Thilo still put their whole heart into their project, driven by their love of good food.
The Turtle brand creates healthy and tasty products with quality ingredients from organic farming, focusing on sustainability and fair working conditions for all suppliers.
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Who Turtle products are for
Celiac disease
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Families with children
Vegans
Keto lifestyle
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