Klepon
Klepon are traditional Indonesian sweet rice balls, made from glutinous rice flour and filled with liquid palm sugar, then rolled in freshly grated coconut. Originating from Java, these vibrant green treats are a beloved street food snack across the Indonesian archipelago.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Klepon is a carbohydrate-rich snack, primarily providing energy from the glutinous rice flour and palm sugar, with minimal protein or fat. A single serving of 3-4 balls typically contains around 150-200 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Carbs | 55 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Sodium | 15 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Phosphorus | 45 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg |
| Folate | 30 mcg |
| Manganese | 0.8 mg |
| Selenium | 3 mcg |
Per 4 pieces (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The most unique aspect of klepon is the burst of warm, liquid palm sugar that fills the mouth upon biting, creating a delightful surprise. Culturally, its green color traditionally comes from pandan leaf juice, which also imparts a subtle, aromatic fragrance.
