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Energy bites made with chia seeds and cocoa, often combined with dates and nuts.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 piece (medium) of Chia chocolate balls (40 g) has 156 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.2 g of carbs, 3.3 g of protein, 7.2 g of fat and 4.8 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 40 g
156
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
19.2g
· 7% DV
Protein
3.3g
· 7% DV
Fat
7.2g
· 9% DV
Fiber
4.8g
· 17% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 9% · Fat 41%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 156 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.2 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.68 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 10 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.2 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% |
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 piece (medium) | 40 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 111 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 30 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 156 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 60 g | 234 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
Chia chocolate balls are usually made by blending dates, cocoa, chia seeds and nuts until the mixture holds together. Roll it into bite-sized balls, then chill until firm. You can finish them with shredded coconut or extra cocoa if you like.
Chia chocolate balls commonly contain chia seeds, cocoa, dates and nuts such as almonds or walnuts. Some recipes add oats, nut butter or coconut. The exact ingredients vary, so check the recipe if you need to avoid a particular ingredient.
Chia chocolate balls usually crumble when the mixture is too dry or the dates are too firm. Soften dry dates before blending, or add a little water, date paste or nut butter until the mixture sticks together when pressed.
No, chia chocolate balls are usually no-bake bites. Blend the ingredients, shape the mixture and chill the balls to help them firm up. Baking is unnecessary and can change the texture of the chia seeds and nuts.
Chia chocolate balls generally keep for about a week in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Use a clean container and refrigerate them promptly; recipes containing fresh or especially perishable ingredients may need to be eaten sooner.
Yes, chia chocolate balls freeze well. Freeze them on a tray first so they do not stick together, then transfer them to an airtight container. Thaw the portion you want in the refrigerator before eating.
Dried figs or softened dried apricots can replace dates in chia chocolate balls and still help bind the mixture. For a less fruity option, try nut butter; add it gradually so the mixture becomes cohesive without turning greasy.
Chia chocolate balls can be a nourishing snack when made with seeds, dates and nuts, which provide fiber and other nutrients. They are also energy-dense, so a small portion is usually more practical than eating several as a casual snack.
Chia chocolate balls do not cause weight loss on their own. Their fiber may help you feel satisfied, but dates and nuts make them energy-dense; portioning a few bites instead of eating from the container can help manage intake.
Yes, you can add protein powder to chia chocolate balls, but it may make the mixture dry and harder to roll. Blend it with the other ingredients and add a little water or nut butter if needed to restore a workable texture.
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Vitamin E
0.56mg · 4% DV
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
Folate
14µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Manganese
0.44mg · 19% DV
Magnesium
58mg · 14% DV
Phosphorus
94mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
204mg · 6% DV
Sodium
10mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 156 calories in 2 piece (medium) (40 g):
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Chia chocolate balls are small, no-bake bites made with chia seeds and cocoa, often blended with dates and nuts to hold them together. Recipes vary: some include oats or nut butter, while others rely on just a few ingredients. The mixture is shaped into balls and chilled until firm.
They balance cocoa’s deep, slightly bitter flavour with the sweetness of dates, and chia and nuts give them a pleasantly dense, textured bite. They work as a portable snack or a small sweet alongside coffee or tea. With 12 g of fibre per 100 g, they offer more fibre than many conventional sweets, but they are still energy-dense. Keep the portions modest, or make smaller balls if you want a lighter snack.
High
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.68g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.48g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.