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Fiber-rich dried fig snack coated or blended with chocolate
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Chocolate dried fig ball (25 g) has 91 calories. That works out to 365 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.1 g of carbs, 1.1 g of protein, 2.7 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
91
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
17.1g
· 6% DV
Protein
1.1g
· 2% DV
Fat
2.7g
· 3% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 70% · Protein 5% · Fat 25%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 91 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.7 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 1.53 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 4.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.1 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 1.1 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) | 25 g | 91 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 35 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 40 g | 146 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 183 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 274 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 274 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 365 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 438 kcal |
Calculated from 365 calories per 100 g.
To make a chocolate dried fig ball, soften dried figs if needed, blend them into a sticky mixture, shape it into balls, then coat or drizzle them with melted chocolate. Chill the balls until the chocolate firms before serving.
A chocolate dried fig ball is usually made with dried figs and chocolate. Homemade versions may also include nuts, nut butter, seeds, or spices, while the exact ingredients in a store-bought version depend on its recipe.
Yes, chocolate dried fig balls are usually a no-bake treat. Blend the softened figs, shape the mixture, and add melted chocolate; chilling is enough to help the balls hold their shape and set the coating.
You can, but fresh figs are much wetter than dried figs, so the mixture may not hold together like a classic chocolate dried fig ball. Cook the figs down first or add a dry ingredient such as ground nuts to absorb excess moisture.
The coating on a chocolate dried fig ball can crack when the chilled filling is much colder than the melted chocolate or when the coating is too thick. Let the shaped balls lose some of their chill and apply a thin, even layer.
Store a chocolate dried fig ball in an airtight container in a cool, dry place; refrigerate it if your kitchen is warm. Keep the container closed in the fridge to limit moisture and let the ball sit briefly at room temperature before eating.
Yes, chocolate dried fig balls freeze well. Freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container. Thaw them in the refrigerator while still covered to reduce condensation on the chocolate.
A chocolate dried fig ball can be a satisfying sweet snack, and figs contribute fiber, but it is still a chocolate-coated treat. Choose a version with simple ingredients and enjoy it as a small snack rather than treating it as a substitute for fruit.
Dark chocolate pairs especially well with dried figs because its bitter notes balance the fruit’s sweetness. Milk chocolate makes the chocolate dried fig ball sweeter and creamier; white chocolate works too, but gives the strongest overall sweetness.
Serve a chocolate dried fig ball with unsweetened coffee, black tea, or plain yogurt for contrast. It also works as a small finish to a cheese board, where mild cheeses and walnuts complement the fig and chocolate.
Vitamins
B6
0.04mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.5µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
130mg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.09mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
23mg · 3% DV
Sodium
4.5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 91 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 g):
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A chocolate dried fig ball is a compact sweet made by shaping dried figs into a ball and coating them with chocolate or mixing chocolate into the fig mixture. Recipes vary: some have a chewy fig centre under a chocolate shell, while others are more evenly blended. The dried fruit brings a concentrated sweetness and a dense, pleasantly chewy texture. It works as a small snack with coffee or tea, or as a bite-sized dessert after a meal; it is also easy to pack for a day out. Dried figs contribute fibre, with 9.1 g per 100 g. Since both dried fruit and chocolate make it rich, a modest portion is a practical way to enjoy it.
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 3
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
— Not 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
1.53g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.73g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.18g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.