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Naturally sweet energy bite with fiber and chia
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Chia cherry-filled date ball (22 g) has 73 calories. That works out to 333 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.8 g of carbs, 0.9 g of protein, 1.8 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 0 mg of Copper covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 22 g
73
KCAL / 22G
Carbs
12.8g
· 5% DV
Protein
0.9g
· 2% DV
Fat
1.8g
· 2% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 72% · Protein 5% · Fat 23%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 73 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.8 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.13 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.76 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.8 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 22 g | 73 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 14 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 25 g | 83 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 30 g | 100 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 44 g | 147 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 167 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 66 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 250 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 333 kcal |
Calculated from 333 calories per 100 g.
A chia cherry-filled date ball is a no-bake snack made with dates, chia seeds and a cherry centre. Recipes may also use nuts, oats or a coating such as coconut to help shape the outside or add texture.
No, chia cherry-filled date balls are usually made without baking. The dates bind the mixture, and chilling helps it firm up; if the dates are too dry, soften them before blending so the balls hold together.
Soft, moist dates work best for chia cherry-filled date balls because they blend into a sticky mixture that holds its shape. If your dates are firm or dry, soak them briefly and drain them well before processing.
Any can work, but each gives a different result. Fresh cherries add moisture, dried cherries make a chewier centre, and jam creates a sweeter filling that may leak unless you use it sparingly and chill the balls.
Use a small amount of thick, well-chilled filling and seal the date mixture completely around it. Very juicy fresh cherries or runny jam can seep through, so drain or thicken the filling before shaping.
Yes, chia cherry-filled date balls can be made without nuts. Blend the dates and chia until they form a workable mixture, adding a little oat flour or shredded coconut if it feels too sticky to shape.
Chia cherry-filled date balls keep best in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The cherry centre adds moisture, so refrigerate them rather than leaving them out for extended periods, and discard any that develop an off smell or appearance.
Yes, chia cherry-filled date balls freeze well. Freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container; thaw in the refrigerator so the cherry filling softens without making the outside soggy.
Yes, a chia cherry-filled date ball can be a convenient snack before exercise because dates provide readily available carbohydrates. Try it before a training session rather than immediately beforehand if the fibre or rich texture feels heavy in your stomach.
Yes, chia cherry-filled date balls can raise blood sugar because dates contain naturally occurring sugars, and sweetened cherry filling can add more. Chia and fibre do not cancel that effect; people managing diabetes should consider the portion and their own glucose response.
Vitamins
B6
0.04mg · 2% DV
B5
0.11mg · 2% DV
B3
0.31mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.46µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
103mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
20mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
11mg · 3% DV
Sodium
1.76mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 73 calories in 1 piece (medium) (22 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A chia cherry-filled date ball is a compact sweet made from dates, chia seeds and a cherry centre. It is a contemporary no-bake snack rather than a dish tied to one traditional cuisine, combining dates’ natural sweetness with the fruit filling.
The outside is soft and chewy, while the cherry adds a tart note and chia gives the bite a lightly seedy texture. Enjoy one with coffee or tea, pack it for a busy day, or serve it as a small sweet after a meal. It provides fibre alongside its carbohydrates, so it can be a satisfying alternative to a larger dessert. One medium piece is about 22 g; pair it with fresh fruit or plain yoghurt for a simple snack.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.13g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.15g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.84g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.