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Sweet date covered in dark or milk chocolate, energy-rich snack
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
2 piece (medium) of Chocolate-Covered Date (36 g) has 133 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.2 g of carbs, 1.1 g of protein, 4 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 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 100 g
370
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
70g
· 25% DV
Protein
3g
· 6% DV
Fat
11g
· 14% DV
Fiber
6.5g
· 23% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 72% · Protein 3% · Fat 25%
Vitamins
B5
0.6mg · 12% DV
B6
0.13mg · 8% DV
B3
1.1mg · 7% DV
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
480mg · 14% DV
Magnesium
50mg · 12% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
65mg · 9% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 370 calories in 100 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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
6g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 35:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (35:1).
Dates provide fibre and some micronutrients, but the chocolate coating can make the product richer in added sugar and fat. It can fit into a balanced diet as an occasional, portion-aware treat.
A plain date is simply dried fruit with its natural sweetness, whereas a chocolate-covered date is a more processed confection with a richer, sweeter coating. Plain dates are generally the simpler everyday snack option.
A small portion may provide convenient carbohydrate before short-duration activity. However, the fat in chocolate may feel heavy for some people if eaten very close to exercise.
They can contribute carbohydrate after exercise, but they are not a substantial protein source on their own. Pairing them with yogurt, milk, or another protein-rich food makes the snack more balanced for recovery.
Eating a food at night does not by itself cause weight gain; overall intake and eating habits matter more. A small serving can satisfy a sweet craving, especially when it is not an automatic nightly habit.
They can be kept in a cool, dry cupboard, but refrigeration is useful in warm weather to prevent the chocolate from softening or melting. Let the package sit briefly at room temperature before opening to reduce condensation on the chocolate.
Yes, they can be frozen in an airtight container. After thawing, the chocolate may develop a pale surface bloom, which usually affects appearance and texture rather than indicating spoilage.
Yes. Coffee's bitterness can balance the sweetness of both the date and chocolate. Choosing unsweetened coffee helps avoid turning the pairing into an overly sugary snack.
Dates contain natural sugars, and the chocolate coating can further increase the carbohydrate load, so portion size matters. People with diabetes should consider their individual glucose response and seek personalised advice for regular intake.
Milk chocolate and some chocolate coatings contain milk proteins, which can trigger an allergic reaction. Check labels for milk, milk powder, whey, and precautionary statements such as “may contain milk.”
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.